Is this life size sculpture suitable for outdoor (on patio) use?
1413668
Absolutely YES, mine is outside. And it's so lifelike that I put it on the bed with my Shih-Tzu and sent out pictures to my friends and they actually thought I got another dog. I'm a dog rescuer so nothing surprises my friends. If you want to give me your email I'll send you a realistic picture of the dog.
1413669
We keep ours on the patio - it is out of the weather (covered patio) looks as good as new...so lifelike that we have had visitors actually walk up to the sculpture and bend over to pet it just before realization.
559643
Yes, I purchased this item and it is mounted outside and looks great. It can be mounted to any surface.
244807
Hi,I used the easel for the same purpose - purchaed a 30 x 50 frame and displayed wedding seating chart. Easel is beautiful and very stable - I'm sure it will work fine for you on patio
357296
I would not put it outdoors. The paint is not durable in weather. The top is 11-1/2 inches. We have two and both are used inside..........Jim
840136
The beauty of is is anywhere you want. I have a cool Budda statue that I put it in the hands of. You can sit it on a table or tray or hang it in the air. Whatever you do DO NOT from above! My mistake was I loved it so much I watered it often under a faucet and the base rotted. Follow their instructions and mist it. I have since ordered 3 more because they are such a great accent piece.
1965703
No. It's on a canvas with a wood frame. I don't think it would hold up well outside.
1159833
It doesn't look to me like it would be good for outdoors. Possibly for a one time thing if the weather is perfect, but the material almost has the look and feel of a light weight canvas that has been painted with an ultra white film. Personally I would keep looking. I do have some scrap and I could send you a piece.
1395181
It is made of an unfinished wood. To use it outside you would have to put some kind of finish on it to protect it from the elements. Other than that it would work.
287843
The other answers are pretty accurate. I don't believe this would serve you well outdoors unless it was well-sheltered from any moisture. The metal is not easily discernible, but is likely heavy tin with a bronze-like top finish. It's sturdy but not built for wear and tear. We also use it as an interior wall sconce and have no complaints whatsoever.
1478683
I don't think it would hold up well outside. It is very well built/designed but I believe it was intended for inside use. It may do okay on a covered patio that was sheltered from the weather or it might do okay if you lived in a very dry area with little precipitation, but even in direct sun contact, I think the quality would go down quickly. We have it inside and we have loved it. Great toy! Hape products are impressive
1486877
You could use it outside, however I wouldn't. It's very nice, probably too nice for outside
628008
Not sure it will endure the elements, but it can certainly be painted. I would recommend priming the veneer first.
954531
I think it would highly depend on your climate. Due to the fact that the majority of this storage bench is made of MDF (Medium density fiberboard) It would eventually swell and decompose in climates with a lot of humidity. Personally I do not recommend this as an outdoor item unless you live in a VERY dry area and keep it out of the elements where it cannot get wet, ie a covered porch area & even then it would certainly shorten the lifespan of said storage bench.
1774534
No,it is not intended for outdoor use, however if it is placed where it will not be directly exposed to the elements, it should be fine. If you place it under a porch, gazebo, or similar protection, so that it isn't soaked by a rainfall, there should be no worries.
572638
I don't think it would last very long if it was directly exposed to rain and sun. It would be fine outside under a covered patio.
1714761
My bench is outdoors. Because I live in Florida near the beach, I put a coat of teak oil on it. It is holding up very well, no problems so far. I love it, it is just the right size for my patio.
1535219
No. This would not last outside. The top is wood and the metal is not sturdy enough for out side.