For storage in the winter to avoid damage to the roof, can the top cover be used directly over the sandbox if the sides were taken down?
1390773
The 4 sides and the roof cover are 5 separate pieces of cloth. The front and back are snapped to the wood. The 2 sides and the roof cover are attached with screws. You can take all of them apart at any time. You need an allen wrinch to take out the 2 sides and the roof cover. The roof structure can be taken apart all together. To take out the 4 posts you will require to disassemble almost the whole thing.
1353439
I have just installed the box and haven't been in winter weather with it yet. I am planning to install a sheet metal cover over it and will be o.k. if I keep it dry.
518126
I would suggest dissembling it for winter if you aren't going to use it. It stands up well, but it doesn't hurt to keep it out of the elements when you can!
468616
Yes, but depends on how much snow. It will sag under heavier weight. I usually just sweep off the top after a snow storm to get most of it off (I don't use a shovel because it could puncture the tarp). Between snow and wind I usually have to replace the tarp every 2-3 years for Utah winter weather.
797380
I leave mine up and use it like an extra room. Mine was up for months and held up to storms. It had a rip after a heavy ice storm, but that is my fault for not taking it down. Also, I never had it collapse like the cheaper models do.
1535217
No. The top is made of particle wood. With plastic covering. Not something I would use outside.
649067
i put my top down and if fits over without removing it. been doing this all somer no problems
2131302
It should not be used outdoors without being covered. It does have a 3/4" top so it'll resist warping, but it won't resist damage related to water/snow directly on the table top. We used it outdoors on a covered patio.
172748
You could use it out side, however, it is NOT insulated so therefore in the cold or heat you would need to do something different. Also the top does not fasten, it just sets on top. I would NOT recommend it for outside use
1026857
Yes, but it would need to be Checked. I've built a 4 sided frame with a removable top for my unit. It keeps the elements at bay. the unit is rather thin shelled, but alright for the price.
1388707
You could but in bad weather it would freeze up I would build something around it to protect it from the eliments
1728114
I wondered the same thing before I bought this last year. I found a replacement canopy on the ShelterLogic website for $24.99. I didn't want to get stuck with another canopy that I couldn't replace the top. It also appears that a tarp with grommets might work as a cover, although I haven't tried it. I've only used mine for one season and the cover is still in great condition. I wish it was a darker color, though. http://www.shelterlogic.com/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductId=0c23cc52-9793-4244-887b-9e0c00a57642
418032
We have the sandbox under a tree, but I think it is a pretty decent cover that would not leak very much except maybe in a major rainstorm.
1535219
No. This would not last outside. The top is wood and the metal is not sturdy enough for out side.
1475033
well it comes with a cover if you want to save it....and i dont see why you can not use it out side, you can always cover it when you are done
230700
I wouldn't think you would need to cover it unless there is alot of water running right into it. The winter covers are to keep more to keep the cold weather from coming through the unit and when you aren't using it for prolonged periods. Under regular conditions I would say no, and definitely not while in use.
507596
My Father leaves it on year round as he stores his snowblower in a corner of his garage. I think you could take it off and on relatively easily as the whole thing is held on by only a few bolts. I think it would be a little bulky to store that way though as I don't believe it would fold up.