Sometimes the rain gets in my patio. Will the piece hold up in rain or do I need to fold it up when the rain comes.
1584175
I purchased a glass top for it and so far it has held up to the small amount of rain we have received here is California. The bottom of the table is more of a think cardboard so I would think that you will need a glass top.
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.
1698134
It's pretty tightly quild so it holds it back. Heavy rain the center will sag until it drips out or you let it down to drain. I take it down if it looks like rain. We love it. I bought two ratch tie downs from Menards that are framed to bolt to a pickup rack so it takes me less than five minutes to install.
957287
If you push it down, it seems to stay up fine. Ours is in dirt in the front yard and we've had rain and wind, etc. and it's still there. Just push it down enough, firmly but not too hard, and it should be fine.
21312
Yes. I have a very old chain link fence that is not level so I had to fold it over in certain areas. I put it up in April and live in SE Florida and its been holding up great so far. We get a lot of rain this time of year and sprinkler system hits it also. I put up the black color. Everyone has says it looks really nice.
1616836
I've used it in the rain with no problems. I wouldn't stick it under water or anything, but if it gets some water on it it should be fine.
2112891
I use this same item but it's under my carport. I don't think I would want to subject it to heavy rain such as we have here in south Louisiana. Fabricate some sort of rain shield.
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.
1890500
We usually keep it open but if we're expecting any high winds we just shut the umbrella. If you want to collapse the umbrella make sure the tie is tight enough otherwise you'll find the screen in a puddle. It has been well worth getting because we are now able to enjoy nice nights outside without getting eaten by the "skeeters".
1046820
Yes. Ours stays outside and we leave it attached. However, it is under a patio cover so it isn't subject to rain.
1383429
As far as the plastic is concerned, it would probably hold up just fine in the rain. I'd be more worried about the sun causing discoloration (ie. fading) of the table since the table is not fully white, but a kind of light gray. The metal legs may suffer damage in the rain. They are coated with paint; however, in setting up the table and taking it back down, you are constantly moving the metal legs and locking them in place. In doing so, some of the paint inevitably rubs off and may rust in the rain.
1905341
Absolutely not. Wind, rain, pretty much any element is an issue. I'm on my third one and my review is changing as I realize how few things it stands up to. It's perfect for what you are describing but if the wind is heavy you are in trouble. I have anchored it down but then came the rain and it caved in.
511755
I've had this outdoors 24/7 since I got it and it's holding up against the elements so far. No fading as of yet and it seems to be waterproof (but I haven't really kept it open and sat under it during a rainstorm). No, it does not tilt. I bought a 50 lbs base stand (Fortunoff Clearance Sale $50) that offers an additional 3-4 inches from the ground. With that, the tip of the "spokes" of the umbrella clears the top of my 28" height patio table by 3" when it is folded (You'll have to duck your head when opening and closing). Problem solved. Just make sure you get a stand that adds an additional 3-4". I just bought a second one because it is such a great deal. I've had this outdoors 24/7 since I got it and it's holding up against the elements so far. No fading as of yet and it seems to be waterproof (but I haven't really kept it open and sat under it during a rainstorm). No, it does not tilt. I bought a 50 lbs base stand (Fortunoff Clearance Sale $50) that offers an additional 3-4 inches from the ground. With that, the tip of the "spokes" of the umbrella clears the top of my 28" height patio table by 3" when it is folded (You'll have to duck your head when opening and closing). Problem solved. Just make sure you get a stand... » Read More I've had this outdoors 24/7 since I got it and it's holding up against the elements so far. No fading as of yet and it seems to be waterproof (but I haven't really kept it open and sat under it during a rainstorm). No, it does not tilt. I bought a 50 lbs base stand (Fortunoff Clearance Sale $50) that offers an additional 3-4 inches from the ground. With that, the tip of the "spokes" of the umbrella clears the top of my 28" height patio table by 3" when it is folded (You'll have to duck your head when opening and closing). Problem solved. Just make sure you get a stand that adds an additional 3-4". I just bought a second one because it is such a great deal. « Show Less
1615862
this could be left out and used as a patio table. If weather got rough, I would take it in to keep from getting blown around. Folds and stores easily.Very serviceable.
977465
I personally don't leave it outside, I fold it up and bring it inside. It's light enough that this is not an inconvenience to do and since it's the perfect size for our small table and it took me awhile to find this umbrella, I don't want to risk having it get ruined.
532629
I haven't had any problems with it leaking water when it rains. The top doesn't seal closed which may be because I have patio furniture.
430814
I may be assuming incorrectly, but if you are going to insert an umbrella, I wouldn't. This is not a patio piece. It is designed well, and it is strong, but not heavy. Certainly not heavy enough for an umbrella subject to wind. Also, my model folds in half. Another reason to not cut a hole in it, IMHO. For my purposes, it is a good buy.