want to leave this up year round as 'guest quarters' at cabin....lots of rain and some snow. is this practical?
633190
It should work, but your definition of practical and mine might be different :)
948030
I don't think it should stay out all winter - I will take it in and store it in the basement. I would not want ice and snow to weigh it down all winter long.
1449102
If you were to keep the zipper windows closed you would have a sauna. The tent is not torrential rain proof, but it is waterproof and that goes for inside as well as out.
961150
the direct answer is no, it can't be exposed to snow, rain, or water ... i have used it for 2 christmas seasons with my outside decorations ... my fix is to cover the unit with saran wrap which keeps the outlets dry
1095288
I'm pretty sure you could. We had it out in the snow last year and the rain this spring and summer - no problems.
672905
It's a side entry. Lay something in the bottom for insulation depending on how cold the climate gets where you are. It can get chilly.
8649
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.
1210680
hi there! yes i think so. my only concern is that i don't know how the heater will like the rain and snow! i looked for an answer to that, but never got one!
936137
We have ours set up inside. I would keep it out of the rain. Remember that no matter how weather resistant a company claims something is, nature (weather) will always win. Cheers
72672
Rain...No problem. We are going to double up the tarp before winter comes for helping w/ thickness.Moving it for ONE person...NO....impossible. (Unless the surface is paved, flat...well, I would still say NO)The structure is VERY sturdy. Even if you are a weightlifter, still no. LOL
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I would advise against it. The whole unit should be protected from exposure to water, snow...precipitation in general. Your best bet would be a "doghouse" type enclosure or lean-to that would allow it to breathe and vent exhaust, and keep it dry. There are several folks that have done this with other types of generators that they want to use in snowstorms, etc., without destroying the unit or subjecting the residence to carbon monoxide or fire danger. Google or youtube search "generator enclosure".
335124
Yes, no problem - it's all weather (summer weather, anyway). You can leave it out. What will happen is the basin will collect some rainwater, so each season you'd probably want to hose it down to clean it anyway.
1977230
If you need it 'cool' rather than maintained at a specific temperature, you'll be fine. If worried, add a small pack of dry ice. As a matter of interest though, I find that checking this sort of thing into the hold is better as the cabin is warmed while the hold is colder in my experience. Also your clothes are added insulation!
572641
maybe under a covered porch. depending where you live, you may not want to leave it out during winter
1912992
Yes, I have had no problems with the weather. However, make sure you stake it down at all poles. Only other thing I have done is to keep the door open a bit to stop mildew. I love mine, hope you enjoy yours.
1219215
I would have to say "no" to that. This tent will no keep out the cold, but the rain, and if its set up properly it can withstand wind. Hope that helps.
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.