What about heavy rain ? Wouldn't this sink the cover on the edges, letting in limbs &amp; leaves ?
141255
There are holes in the cover to allow the pool to vent and also assist with rain water entering the pool in a manageable way. It is possible for leaves and other debris to enter the pool as the cover is not the exact size of the pool. I ended up purchasing a different cover (heavier gauge and more durable) from my local pool supply store. I got the new cover large enough to extend over all of the sides so this does a much better job of keeping all debris out of the pool. There are no vent holes in this new cover so rain water can accumulate but this usually is not a problem (I used a wet/dry vac when there was much rain water setting). I would skip purchasing this cover and get a larger, and heavier gauge (thickness of plastic which also provides greater thermal benefits) cover. Good luck.
1287222
If it's walked on it'll get tracked all over like regular mulch. It won't absorb water like regular mulch does.
171898
I don't know how it would hold up in heavy rain, but it's great shelter for mild/moderate rain. I live in Oregon, and mostly use it for a sun shade, but have also spent time out while raining.
183664
It's probably good in a light to moderate rain but would get soaked in a heavy rain.
497107
No. The canopy material is porous and will allow water to come through. In the rain I don't notice hardly any water coming through as the material sags some towards the middle. I was however surprised as to how gracefully the canopy handles the wind. Good Luck
1960926
The top comes down over the sides, but can easily be blown upwards, and it is vented underneath, so if it rains and blows at the same time (which it often does), this would not protect the top from getting wet. If you need to keep the top dry this would probably not be the cover for you. Besides, as I mentioned in an earlier comment, our entire cover ripped to shreds in a matter of weeks, leaving the entire trailer exposed.
1670881
It did fine in a light-medium rain one night. But on another night, in a long heavy rain, I got quite a bit of water inside - perhaps because some of my luggage inside the tent was touching the walls (I think it makes it easier for water to get through).
1683900
I've been pleased with how much water it can handle. In a truly heavy downpour, there might be a little mist that bounces off, or possibly some overflow of water in places. This usually doesn't last long enough to do any harm.
72675
Yes to the rain. Not sure on dragging around. You would heed at least 4 people I think to have it work. Better with one per leg. Dragging with one or to no way.
904266
It works better when you fold it back, although some of the water will still get through with the fabric on. During a slow, steady rain or when using an oscillating sprinkler most of the water seems to get through the fabric.
411623
It does block rain somewhat...it's not solid and if the rain is blowing towards the the shade the deck gets wet within a foot of the shade. Hope that helps.
1307859
I have the 6" thick cover, and it very strong. I could probably walk across it at 170lbs. I would guess that extended canine traffic would probably eventually put holes in the cover, which would allow water to get inside the foam insert, and then its life is shortened by it becoming waterlogged.
1340226
It sheds rain fine. Even in a downpour, it did not collect water and collapse, as I've witnessed other canopies do.
707288
Ours does some good in the rain. We thought it might do a little more where our sprinkler hits it, but not so much. We were hoping for more, but it looks great and keeps the sun out, so I guess you can't have everything!!
506331
Yes. I kept it outside without a cover for the first week and without any rain (just morning dew) it started to rust. If you purchase it, I would buy a cover.
1077405
No, the sides are not water tight. Rain would make its was through the wicker weave.
917445
I don't think that has happened to me. We live in Florida and get heavy rain at times. It seems sturdy to the point that the bin will not come apart, and our is not full enough to be close to spilling over. I think it drains pretty well.