Flowerhouse 40146 Instant Canopy 6x4 ft Gray 24 sq ft

Instant canopy with UV-blocking fabric

The Flowerhouse 40146 is a 6 ft by 4 ft straight-leg canopy that provides 24 square feet of covered space. Its alloy-steel accordion frame and telescoping legs let one person open it in about two minutes. The polyester canopy blocks over 97 percent of UV rays and carries a 50-plus UV coating rating. It is aimed at campers, tailgaters and festival-goers who want fast, portable shade.

Water-repellent polyester with half sun wall

The canopy fabric is water-repellent rather than fully waterproof, so heavy or sustained rain will penetrate. The attached half sun wall rolls up or drops down to extend shade coverage, but it does not enclose the sides completely. Tie closures and included guylines with stakes secure the shelter in light wind; the frame has no rated wind-speed limit. Packed dimensions are 14.33 by 12.83 by 9.06 inches at 20.37 pounds.

Replaces pop-up canopies without side shade

Buyers upgrading from basic open-top shelters gain the adjustable half wall for lower-angle sun protection. The jump is worthwhile when events run past midday and the sun drops below the roofline. It does not suit users who need full sidewalls, mosquito netting or a rain-proof enclosure for overnight camping.