Would this bench hold up well on an uncovered porch in the Northeast (rain, snow, sun)?
1570513
We placed this on our deck facing the ocean in Cambria, Ca. We are 2 blocks from there.Our deck is uncovered and faces west and south. Our chairs and bench pads are storedthere when we are gone. It kept them dry on rainy days. We also use it to put on our shoesbefore our beach walk. Sturdy, functional and great looking.
1570514
It will hold up, but you probable need to stain yearly. The wood gets dry in the winter and would start to rot if we did not stain prior to each summer.
1570515
We live in Atlanta and haven't had any issues in one year. It seems to be fine. No mold or deformity.
1570516
I have one on my deck in Oakland, CA...we get rain, but no freezing temps or snow, and it can be quite hot and sunny in the summer. Mine has held up well to that, but I did add more finish to it when I got it. It does not do a good job keeping stuff dry inside...it is very much for storage, looks, and seating - and not for dry storage.
1570517
I have had mine for one year now. I brought it under the eaves for the winter and it was fine. I think too many years in the snow (especially like we had in the north east this year) would do a number, so I would have at least put a cover over it. Note that stink bugs can get in it easily so if you bring it inside you will have to clean it out.
1570518
We had ours out this entire winter - looks almost like new. This spring I will clean it and oil it again with some linseed oil. If its going to be outside it will need some oil now and again to keep the wood from drying out.
779361
It would be perfect....I think it could handle light moisture since the top is stainless, but I wouldn't leave it out in the pouring rain for months on end.
1679211
Yes. Ours was left outside with cover thru brutal northeast winter and it held up beautifully.
952965
I don't believe it is weather resistant. Depends on how protected your porch is from wind and rain.
1447036
Yes I would. It is holding up nicely even in bad weather. Our grill sits on our back covered patio. It does stretch a little which helps to cover the corners a little better.
1440399
The outside button seems to be weather resistant. My porch is covered, but it gets wet periodically. It is all solid state, so I think you'll be OK.
109681
I think it can be outside if it's in a covered area away from the elements. It's a sturdy bench and easy to maintain but if it's left out in the elements it may get a little messed up.
954533
I suppose you could, I'm not sure how well it would hold up to weather extremes, it wasn't built to be anything other than shoe storage, it won't hold much weight as a bench for heavy objects. I'm very happy with it so far.
1407666
Yes. I've had mine outside, with some sun exposure, and it holds up just fine.
1627388
The metal is all coated so it should hold up ok. The padded grips would probably degrade in the sun and rain after a year or two.
1689613
I would not use this as a bench as it doesn't seem strong enough. In addition, it gets quite hot when the sun is out.
1450376
We've had it outside since we bought it and its held up well. Although I can't say that means much. Its been on our apartment balcony where its shielded from direct sunlight and rain.
2060075
I have it in my garden and it always seems pretty comfortable. Not sure if I have sat on it in the blazing sun but, you could always add a cushion. Very sturdy, good bench.
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.
696650
Yes, it is sturdy and well made. It should not be exposed to pouring rain or lots of direct sun for the finish will be ruined, but Zi had mine in a screened in porch under heavy shade trees.
2181168
I think so, as long as the porch is covered, don't see why it wouldn't hold up.
153170
Yes it has sustained well outdoors. I have it setup underneath a covered patio and have had no issues. Also, as far as assembly... It's pretty much pre assembled. The sides fold out and the shelves slide into the unit and fit into place. Very quick setup