To ensure the parasols will close when used in a dining table, the parasol has a telescopic fitting. This raises the pole top section when the canopy is being closed, allowing the parasol to be completely closed over the table. To protect the closed parasol, a Storage Cover is supplied with each parasol. The pole and struts are wood with nickel plated brass fittings. Please Note: Fabrics, canopies, cushions, covers, special order sling colors, and special order finishes are considered customized and may have longer lead times. These items cannot be cancelled, returned, or exchanged.