Whether you’re looking to undertake a DIY rescue project of an old parasol, or you’d like to order a bespoke parasol from Plia, to be made with your own choice of fabric, here is a guide to approximately how much fabric you’ll need for different size parasols.
2.5m round parasol
6m+ fabric
Add 1.5m+ for a valance
3m round parasol
7m+ fabric
Add 1.5m+ for a valance
4m round parasol
13m+ fabric
Add 3.5m+ for a valance
2.1m square parasol
6m+ fabric
Add 2.25m+ for a valance
3m square
8.5m+ fabric
Add 3m+ for a valance
3.4m square
11.5m+ fabric
Add 3.5m+ for a valance
2x3m rectangle parasol
8m+ fabric
Add 3m+ for a valance
2.5x3.5m rectangle parasol
9.5m+ fabric
Add 3.75m+ for a valance
Note that you’ll need more fabric when using patterned or striped fabrics, as it's not always possible to cut the fabric in the most efficient way once a pattern is involved.
If you have a fabric in mind for a bespoke Plia parasol, feel free to send us a link and we’ll advise you on its suitability, and confirm how much fabric you’ll need.
If you’re not sure where to start with fabrics, you can check our guide on Choosing fabrics for garden furniture, and also 10 luxury outdoor fabric brands, and where to buy them.
