Does it rust if left outside?
1375480
We have had ours for about 2 years & no rust. We use it camping so it isn't out all the time but it has seen its fair share of wet weather & it stored in the front compartment of our camper.
1375481
We have had it about a month and has been outside the whole time. So far no sign of rust. We live in San Diego Calif. and it has been relatively dry so not sure if in a more moist area. But there is no sign at all so far.
1375482
The legs have a black coat painting so probably wont rust any worse than metal patio furniture. I have notices a little rust around the bolt screws--from my hosing the bed clean about twice a day--a small can of Rustoleum black took care of that for me.
1375483
We don't leave ours outside so I don't really know about leaving it outside. If it is in a covered place that doesn't get wet regularly I would think it would hold up well. Our dog is a real lap dog but we use it in campgrounds and he loves it he seems very comfy on it. Hope it works for you.
1375484
Yes it does, and if you hose it off to clean it, you will get rust. I have several of these beds and have had to order numerous sets of new screws each time I change the covers. I just recently found a product that works miracles on rust. It's called Evapo-Rust (you can get it from Amazon or in your local hardware store). I soaked the screws, the legs and the bars in this stuff and all the rust disappeared!
1375485
Well, you don't see the rust... I have had mine several years and been very happy with it. It was left outside in the summer months so the dogs always had a place to lay when they were outside. It showed no signs of rust. Then I went to replace the cover this year and the threads of the screws are all rusted in place. Try as I might, I cannot get them out and think I will have to buy a new one. So I would recommend putting some anti-seize on the screws to prevent rust.
467017
I bought the cover for it and faithfully cover it after it cools down. I also remove the ash so it doesn't accumulate moisture. I have had no rust problems at all.
1299896
I had it outside all Summer and it didn't show any signs of rust. I did put it away for the Winter.
914900
Mine stays outside and is holding up well. But only have had it for 6 mo. No corrosion or rust. I believe it comes with a 10 year guarantee against that.
179638
Yes it does rust. It needs to be wiped down because they did not put any drainage holes in the base. What rust has gathered I have been able to wipe off.
1695798
No. I've only had it for a few months, but I seriously doubt that it would rust.
1014641
It doesn't rust, but the color/shine did fade a bit. I have had mine for over a year
634837
It is all aluminum so it want rust. I have left ours outside many a night by accident and it is still like new. It is easy to move so I try to remember to bring it in. Even though it is built extremely well and it aluminum I would still recommend bringing it in when not in use. It only makes common sense that less anything is out in the elements the longer it will last.
515099
Ours is going to be kept outside. The only concern I will have is the sun damage to the net material. The frame is aluminum so I am not worried about rust.
467018
i have it under my carport so its not out in the weather...but no rust thus far
1107708
I cannot confirm or deny that it might rust. I have mine hung on a wall in my lanai, so it is covered and away from the sun and elements. I have only had it about one month so it is hard to tell what wear and tear it might encounter.
1555888
I have left mine outside for almost a year now, with no corrosion visible. I am very satisfied, and will buy 2 more pretty soon.
1290749
I have only had it for a short time, but so far no. It's stainless steel so it shouldn't rust.
1146846
I have kept mine indoors since I bought it. The stand is painted black with ornamental flowers of other colors. I assume the paint is rust resistant. Since it's make of iron, I conclude that it would eventually rust if left outdoors. How quickly...I don't know.
547609
I have had mine for 2 years & leave it out through Chicago winters. No rust yet.
1656480
Yes, mine has signed of rust, but in full disclosure its because I don't take it apart to clean it and allow for it to dry.
349303
Mine stays outdoors on the patio year round and I have never seen any moisture on the outside except for when it possibly gets rained on. Furthermore, after being outdoors for more than a year, there is not a trace of rust. Great bucket.