Will this hutch last outdoors throughout the whole year? We have snow and quite a bit of rain...
1251175
Yes, this hutch is made to stand the elements. It stayed outside of my house in Montana and went through winter just fine.
1251176
is not as strong as it looks, and I have fix some of the board because my rabbits start biting the boards.
1251177
I doubt it will survive long in extreme temps, especially if exposed directly to the elements. The wood is not solid enough to withstand the expansion and contraction of the wood around the smaller screws. This hutch is better suited for indoor or warmer conditions.
1297538
If you are not using the pit regularly, I would always move it out of the weather....it will stand up for a while, but nothing lasts forever. If you purchased the cover, that will certainly help keep the top in good shape...the key is to watch the legs...if they get any kind of rust, wire brush them and put a good paint like Rustoleum on them and they should last for years...even with the rain.
413914
I have had mine on a screened in back porch all year. It sits in front of a large window, and it had been rained on, sat in snow drifts all winter!We use it every day, 365 days a year and it is fine. It's a bit squeaky, but a little WD40 and all is good! We love ours!
237039
I live in Colorado and have had both snow and heavy rain and had no issues. I did built a shelving system inside though just to be safe in the event that water somehow came in the bottom (hasn't happened as of now). I can't speak to wind as I placed the shed right next to the house and it's fairly protected. I will say though that after you get it built and have it loaded with garden stuff it becomes pretty sturdy. Hope that helps.
45993
I have mine outside but I live in a dry high desert setting and anything I have goes inside for the winter. It does rain but not often and that would be the worst weather I would leave it subject too. The rain has not hurt it working. I do have it hanging under the eve of my patio.
758850
I kept mine out over the winter. We had a couple of heavy snowstorms. Not a problem. As far as rain, airtight so far -- have had it about a year.
1656616
I use mine year round, including winters in the Uintah mountains. It does hold up under snow and heavy winds. The only reason I wouldn't classify it as a 4 season tent is because it's not insulated. If you're worried about keeping heat in, a big tarp over the entire thing does a great job. Also, I have pitched another smaller tent inside before, but it's only good for sleeping and you lose a lot of area inside.
439487
Mine is under a covered patio. where the sit lifts up. I am doutful if this is rain and snow proof. It would be great for packages as it has lots of room.
1545138
I got mine last fall. I was very glad that I stained it with a good wood stain so that it held up through freezing, snow, wind, and lots of rain. I will stain it again this summer. It kept things dry.
911786
We left ours outside in Ohio through the winter. I was surprised how well it held up through all the snow and ice. There are some evidence of wear but that comes with the elements of being outside. It is small enough that you could bring in the garage in the winter but I do not think that would be nessecary. When it rains sometimes the windows do not shut because the wood expands, but they always go back to normal once it dries up. Good Playhouse for the price.
1572391
We keep our hammocks in this box when it rains and in the winter. With all of the snow we have had this year I checked on everything inside and they have stayed dry so far.
1006592
Mine seems to be standing up just fine and it remained outdoors all winter. Of course our winters are pretty mild compared to up north but I don't see any wear all the same.
1998672
No, it doesn't hold up to the weather. I'm on my second one in two years after the first one was replaced because of it ripping to shreds. The second one did the exact same thing. Save your money....
300715
We don't live in a heavy snow fall area but I moved here from my, so I understand the fear. I think it would be fine. The shed actually comes with three cross beams that the roof is a to. Also, while putting ours together, it fell over and we had to say out portions of it. It's still fine. It did rip in one corner but it was our fault for not screwing it down to something when it git to windy to be out finishing it. So, if it still up after the wind knocking it over, I think the snow will be no problem. Plus it's short enough you could use a broom to just push the snow right off. No problem. Anyway, the cross beams are made of aluminum but they are strong cause they are i beams. We don't live in a heavy snow fall area but I moved here from my, so I understand the fear. I think it would be fine. The shed actually comes with three cross beams that the roof is a to. Also, while putting ours together, it fell over and we had to say out portions of it. It's still fine. It did rip in one corner but it was our fault for not screwing it down to something when it git to windy to be out finishing it. So, if it still up after the wind knocking it over, I think the snow will be no problem. Plus it's short enough you could use a broom to just push the snow right... » Read More We don't live in a heavy snow fall area but I moved here from my, so I understand the fear. I think it would be fine. The shed actually comes with three cross beams that the roof is a to. Also, while putting ours together, it fell over and we had to say out portions of it. It's still fine. It did rip in one corner but it was our fault for not screwing it down to something when it git to windy to be out finishing it. So, if it still up after the wind knocking it over, I think the snow will be no problem. Plus it's short enough you could use a broom to just push the snow right off. No problem. Anyway, the cross beams are made of aluminum but they are strong cause they are i beams. « Show Less
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I have my patio cover installed in Florida, and yes, I plan to keep it in place all year round. I assume that you might be concerned about snowfall.......it is my inexpert opinion that the structure is sturdy and solid enough to be considered an all-weather solution. The inclined roof appears to be tough enough to handle snow. There is some flexibility during assebly to increase or decrease the incline......... you might want to maximize the angle if you are concerned about heavy snowfall.
71353
Can not vouch for how permanent as I have only had it a month, but my husband anchored it to concrete driveway and carriage house wall. Will see if it survives MT winter. I would take the canopy off if a big wind storm was predicted, and will keep snow from accumulating whenever possible.
1852596
Legs are very sturdy. We have had this hutch for almost a year and it held up very well thru out a very harsh snowy winter.