Will the steel bars and chain get rustic after a period of use?
1131165
Heavy chrome-plated steel construction. For a unit made for lighter books, iPads and e readers I strongly recommend Book Gem. Solidly made of ABS plastic with a heavy-duty black anodized? spring. Oh, and it folds flat to the appx. size of an iPhone.
1131166
I am not sure what you mean by "rustic." If you meant to type "rusty," than my answer would be, no. The book stand has not tarnished or deteriorated in any way after months of frequent use.
1131167
No, I have had mine for several months, but I always keep it inside, and it has not rusted. The quality of the chain and stand is very good.
151971
If it has to be outside I would suggest putting a tarp over it. The bar will swell, wood does, and most likely turn black or moldly if it is always wet. Also, I am sure the metal will rust at some point. If space is an issue, take it apart and leave it inside. You have invested a chunk of money in this piece of equipment, and leaving it out in the rain is a sure fire way of watching that investment go down the drain.
1515675
The bar is made of aluminum, so it should be ok (i.e. rust resistant). But it could certainly be blown around, etc. Frankly, if you're looking to keep it outside permanently, you might want to look into getting something more heavy duty if it doesn't need to be assembled/disassembled regularly.
2184989
Hi Bobbie, the rack is made of fairly heavy duty metal, with a thick blue paint that covers all surfaces. As long as the paint doesn't get scratched or chipped it should be OK outside, though it will likely get rust spots after a couple years if you live in a wet climate.
152669
They're quite structurally sturdy, however, I'm not sure how the faux chrome finish would hold up in the elements. Personally, I wouldn't leave them outside.
828711
No, but if you do not use it often, oil it and keep it dry. If you do use it often then a layer of plant matter will protect the edge from rusting. Clean steel is the most vulnerable.
313645
No. The support bars are unpainted steel and they will have to be considered carefully when you water your plants. The support bars were already showing very light rust when I opened my package and someone else has brought this issue up as well. But, I THINK you could enamel the bars with some good rustoleum paint. That MIGHT solve the problem.
611310
I suspect for some period of time, but its solid, low grade wood and doesn't appear to be treated. If outside, even though covered, I'd coat it with some level of protection.
736012
I have mine in the basement but i would not recommend to leave outside for long periods of time. It could risk getting rusty.
1217345
no, it will lightly rust if you don't dry it good.I clean mine up with "Bar Keepers Friend" and looks like new.
736014
I considered doing the same thing. But instead, ended up keeping it inside, once I realized I had enough room. The paint seems to be a powder coating, so it's baked on. My concern would be for the wooden bar. If I had kept it outside, I would have sprayed all the metal parts with a waterproofer and kept it covered with a tarp.
889746
if left out side it would prob rust or get weather beaten. anything metal is going to look ugly after being left out after time.
206762
I would think so. The finish appears appropriate and I doubt if rust over a period of short years would be an issue.
598452
This will be the 1st winter I have had them... I keep them outside on the patio.. They are showing signs of "weathering" but are still functional and sturdy... I must admit that during assembly I added Woodtite III glue
454288
Yes I have. With any metal, rust will eventually get to it. Take a large trash bag and cut a hole large enough for it to slip over the vertical pole for the stand. and pull it over the stand before mounting the bike.
594886
Yes, they will rust a bit if you don't open it and let it dry after coming in out of the rain. I used mine for commuting, and it would be in a plastic bag in my tote bag once I got on the train. If I forgot to open it up to dry once I got home the joints would rust if left wet overnight. My own fault of course, but sometimes you just forget things once you get home.
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Yes. Go for it. I don't think you can go wrong with this sturdy rack/bar and if you get good use of it outside, that's best. It will most likely take a hit over time from being in the elements, but nothing wrong with that. Mother Nature is indiscriminate.