The life of a Fulton umbrella will be maximised if the following tips are followed:

• Whenever possible leave the umbrella open to dry and avoid rolling when wet
• Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may cause the fabric to fade
• Only plain water or white India Rubber should be used to clean the fabric.
  Detergents may remove the proofing of the cover
• All umbrellas may be damaged by strong gusts. Wind damage does not constitute a faulty frame. Most of our umbrellas incorporate flexible frames which allow the umbrellas to invert without damage, but we would advise not using umbrellas in very windy weather.
• Special care should be taken when opening our umbrellas with PVC covers. The creases should be gently unfolded before attempting to open the umbrella. The material is lightly dusted with a non-toxic powder to prevent sticking, and this should not be removed.
• Most walking length umbrellas, particularly those with wooden shafts, are not designed for use as walking sticks and damage may occur if they are used for this purpose.