Care & Materials
A few small habits
A good umbrella outlasts many seasons when a few small habits are kept. None of them take more than a moment.
After the rain
Before it goes back into its sleeve, let the umbrella air-dry — partly open, indoors, away from direct heat. Never store a folding umbrella wet; dampness is the quiet enemy of fabric and frame alike.
The canopy
Shake water off rather than wringing the fabric — with the memory patch, one shake is also how the canopy folds itself back into order. For vinyl-coated canopies, wipe with a soft damp cloth when needed; skip detergents and avoid scraping the coating.
The frame
Close the umbrella by guiding the ribs, never by forcing a jammed one. After wet days, wipe metal parts dry — a moment of attention that keeps the action smooth for years.
Wooden handles
Wood asks only to stay dry. Wipe the handle after rain and keep it out of prolonged sun; its tone will deepen gently with use — that is the material keeping time with you.
Storage
Every Siu comes with a matching fabric sleeve. Once the umbrella is dry, slide it in loosely and store it upright or hanging — never compressed at the bottom of a bag for weeks.