Can this be used as an outdoor aviary? Would it rust or deteriorate in outdoor, hot, humid, wet weather? Would it last for 5 years or more?
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We keep it outside in the summer here, where it rains a lot. There's a small overhang, so the birds stay dry unless it's windy. It has held up fine. I think it would last 5 years. But the one I bought a few years ago has no large door. Only about six very small ones. I hope they've revised it. I hope this helps.
1403714
Hi Jeff. It's a really nice cage but I wouldn't use it for outdoors - maybe a screened in porch but not outside in the actual elements.
1403715
While I use mine for indoor use, I can tell you that it's got a powder-coated finish, which is not a rust preventative.
1403716
Yes, I believe it would rust over time. But, if you painted the roof and other outside of cage areas with a rustoleum type paint, that might give it a longer life.
1403717
Yes you can use this as an outdoor aviary because it is powder coated which prevents deterioration in humid, hot, or wet weather. We use ours as an outside aviary to house 7 cockatiel and they are comfortable and shielded from the elements. I would say it would last at least 5 years. It is very sturdy.
1450371
I am using it on an outside porch. I have a lot of salt spray so it may eventually rust, but I think a little rustoleum spray will go along way if this happens. Has worked great so far! A little car polish can help add some protection as well.
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.
2184987
It is metal with a what looks to be a powder coat paint. I think it would eventually get surface rust, but if it doesn't need to look pretty, it would probably last for years outside.
223579
I imagine that it would rust if left outdoors. I use mine in my utility room and have had no problems.
1025427
You could use it outdoors, but it's mostly finished wood, so it wouldn't hold up to longterm use outside.
1395346
The one I purchased has been outside on patio for 7 months. It has not rusted.
391086
It's metal so I'm pretty sure it would rust over time if it gets wet. It IS beautiful. I have it as the centerpiece in a collage of crosses on a wall.
1960177
I probably wouldn't try it outside. Fear of possible rusting. Go for some of the PVC versions, or plastic.
1576717
These are completely rubbery plastic coated, so as long as that remains intact, should hold up. However, remember that sunlight will break down this coating, and weather conditions and animals and birds will have access to them, so probably only good for a few years if not protected from the outside. On the bright side, they are easily removed and a coating of Rustoleum if they begin to look shabby should take care of the problem plus you can pick your paint color then!
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It is up to you. It could be used outdoors as all the components are plastic sheeting held up with plastic zip ties. The ends of the sheeting are held in with galvanized screws so as long as you have a stud or rigid siding you could screw the ends in no problem. The galvanization on the screws should last a reasonable amount of time. If they do rust prematurely, the fasteners are items you could get at a home improvement store for less than $2. I dont know how easy it would be to clean... I'm sure you could just use some soap/cleaner and a garden hose if it got dirty though.
889745
It would rust. It work great but unless you cover it or put it indoors it won't last long.
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.
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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.
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I think is is probably MDF with a vaneer over it. I personally do not believe it would last outdoors, altho for indoor use it is remarkably sturdy. There might be a heavy duty varnish you could use for the wood, but there are hinges that would rust.
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I would not keep it outdoors because of the concern for rust. It seems to be made for an indoor set up. If you have to put it outside in the open, put a big tarp over it, that may help a little.
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My glider sits on a screened porch, and the rain does not touch it. I do live in a humid client, however, about 10 miles from the ocean in SC. There is no evidence of rust anywhere and no squeaking in the 6-8 months I've had it.