What is the work surface made of and will it be damaged if it gets rained on?
1240812
The work surface is a thin high density pressed board with a kind of laminate on top. I had the same concern about moisture and the work surface. We have used it on a couple of trips with out problems, but I really can not answer the rain damage question. With that said I am extremely pleased with the performance of the unit.
2186894
I believe the rain, sun, and wind would damage it severely. You need wood that is treated and finished specifically to handle outside elements. Outdoor furniture made of Teak or Cypress tend to be built more solidly than this finely carved screen. And because of that they can hold their shape while the elements beat down on them.
856012
My father thinks it is ok in the rain because top of table is plastic (although he has not experienced pouring rain on it). It won't disintegrate like the tables with the brown cardboard-ish material on top.
1239221
Good question. beneath the pads, there is a frame work of sturdy metal or some composite. It is is certainly not wood of any type. While I wouldn't store my bench outside, I use it all over our large yard, and just give it a quick swipe with a towel if it gets really soaked. (sudden rain or a misdirected sprinkler....) When not in use, it hangs on the wall in my garage. It still looks as good as the day it arrived. It is a great help. The bench is just cushioned enough, and the handles_legs are an invaluable help with getting up off my knees. Hope this helps.
1249019
the surface should shed rain... I used a shingle varnish/oil that came close to matching our out door furniture...
1884321
I am not sure as it is made of thin light plastic and the top is foam. Ours have certainly gotten damp in the grass San have been fine. I would think that the risk of it being ruined is more likely to be due to getting stepped on and squished. It is an awesome toy!!
662418
I have not used it in the rain yet. Since I face paint rain would not be a good thing for me.
202011
NO IT DOES NOT. Your job is to assemble it correctly. By the way, I wish that the rain would seep in.
33756
I bought some weather treated ply wood cut to the size of the bottom and over laid some rubber matting. It has 4 or 6 anchor points so I anchored it at every point through the mat and the wood. It's been raining and gusting wind up to about 50 MPH and it hasn't moved or leaked.
527040
The material is thin enough to use on the top surface of a workbench. The material is pretty durable and should do well as long as it is protected from cutting activities and/or impact activities.
169457
I've used mine in the rain many times, never an issue. The unit uses the ground pin on the outlet and has a breaker. I think they kept safety in mind with outdoor use.
1379038
once dry-and you MUST let it dry completely-the surface will be solid and hard-the best protection and covering. Highly recommended!
178885
Should be fine if it happens to get wet. I wouldn't leave it in the rain for long though.
879113
Yes I have run mine in a hard rain with no problems. it is pretty heavy but with the wheels on it almost anyone can move it 5 foot.
303413
We cover it to keep it clean. I don't think rain will affect it since it is metal with powder coat finish.
688167
It has a water resistant finish on the top, but I don't think I would recommend using this outdoors. You could polyurethane it yourself as an added precaution but I would be concerned about the glue that holds the 50 or so individual pieces together. If you do decide to go for it and polyurethane it yourself, be sure to do the underside because that comes without any protective finish. Even if it is not rained on directly, it will absorb moisture from the humidity and it is vulnerable on the underside.
1887064
I think it is. It's made of strong durable material. So long as it's not raining cause it'll just collect the rain but not damage it.