What happens when water gets into the box (for example, if the lid is left open during a heavy rain storm) - will the water stay in the box or will it leak out?
256332
I had this storage box for a whole winter outside. I never left it open, so I don't know. I know that the water never got in and my emergency provisions stay dry.
1773913
I haven't had any rain in my area. BUT, I've hosed the box down to get rid of the dust and nothing inside got wet. I would say that the box is fairly waterproof IF you assemble it correctly and be sure to have the parts snapped together.
1514294
Yes, lid is gasketed and box is rain tight. Mine is bolted to the floor of a utility trailer.
703301
Yes. However, if the box happens to catch a lot of wind, then the lid will come open. The box is very heavy and the lid is not flimsy, but we have gotten some heavy winds that have kicked it open a few times. We have since moved it completely under our covered porch and against a wall. No problems since we did that.
636934
There is an insert inside the sippy lid---if is inserted correctly--it is leakproof!!!! I have plenty of experience with my grandchildren.
1624276
The lid doesn't fall off but the water leaks out from the unfiltered section. My last Brita you could keep water in the top reserve and after you poured it and it would fill from the reserve. This pitcher its best NOT to keep water in the top half reserve or it does leak if you don't put your finger on it when pouring.
1860072
If your asking if you can submerge this box, no the lid will leak. If your asking if it keeps the rain off your tools, yes it does. The only problem when using it in the rain is that the recessed portion fills up with water. Its a good box for the price, the side latches are weak, plan on them breaking within a few years if using daily.
263181
I wouldn't say it is water tight, but mine doesn't seem to accumulate water in it. However, keep it in a sheltered area. I had mine on the deck of my pool, and when strong gusts of wind blew, it would blow the top off (ripped it off the rather flimsy "hinges", if you can call them that--more like plastic ties). I got tired of chasing the lid all over the yard, so finally moved it against a semi-protected wall.
486147
I agree with Sally's answer- condensation from the lid. I checked all the seals and tighten everything , but there is still water is there.
2188544
Do not leave it out in the rain or snow. The insulation in the lid gets wet and will cause the lid to seperate. We keep our on the deck and move it to the patio when it rains. It's a great little cooler.
1245246
Yes. The lid does come off so I guess water could maybe get in (if submerged) but it will not leak (heavy duty plastic) if that is your concern. I ordered mine around 2 months ago and really love them.
638157
The lid snaps down and should not leak. (Haven't tried it, though a bucket with guck in it shouldn't tip over.)
39147
the control box isn't sealed need to seal it. mine is the same. the only problem is if you have to get inside the box you have to pry the lid off.
871599
I've not noticed any leakage from water, but to be honest, I haven't really checked right after a rainstorm. I don't think I would trust something like this with paperwork...in most cases it would probably be fine, but blowing rain may be a different story.
750094
Only if you take some silicone caulk and seal around where the handles poke through slots in the top of the lid. Otherwise rainwater will get in and still get stuff wet. You will need to inspect the caulk regularly because the lid flexes when you pull it off and put it back on - so the caulk will pop loose over time and you will have to pull it off, clean it well, and re-caulk. Or you could line it with a heavy duty garbage bag and keep the top tied shut.
1571898
The steel box is not weather tight. There is no watertight seal of any kind on the cover. I would not use it outside.
1843200
If you drop it in water, whatever's inside will probably get wet. But from my experience, it'll stand up to rain for a while, but don't expect to stand out in the rain for hours and hours.