Poolside afternoons run on two currencies, shade and cold drinks, and this side table trades in both. A 2 in opening at the center of the slatted top aligns with a guide below to hold an umbrella pole upright and steady, turning any pair of loungers into a shaded retreat. Around the pole, the 22 in square surface keeps tumblers, snacks, and sunscreen within easy reach of every towel-draped shoulder.The tabletop wears a wood-grain texture molded in weatherproof Hdpe, delivering the warmth of planked wood with none of the sanding or sealing. Beneath it, rattan wrapped metal framing forms a basket-style base braced by reinforced support bars and metal plates, a structure rated to carry up to 165 lbs of poolside cargo. Anti-scratch foot pads finish each leg, so composite decking, stone pavers, and porch boards all stay unmarked as the seasons pass.Assembly runs quick with the included illustrated manual, and once built, the 15.5-lb table lifts in one hand to wherever the gathering drifts, garden, backyard, or pool deck. Smooth surfaces rinse clean in moments, leaving more of the weekend for the loungers and less for the chore list.