How durable are these for properties on bay of Long Island, does they need some extra care for winter, need to be moved inside or something.
186873
The set is aluminum and therefore will not rust. We always suggest bringing furniture in and storing over the winter. Use furniture covers when not in use during the summer and store cushions when not in use as well.
1820836
They seem to be very heavy duty, and are "commercial". So they may survive the winter. However, I am taking my in this fall and replacing w Christmas lights. They'll last longer that way.
969395
It's held up well for me. I bring it inside in the winter and I do put a coat of the eucoliptis oil on it at the start of the season. It shows some wear from the elements but still sturdy and versatile.
1649871
The house does hold up very well in rain and snow. It was outside in the open all winter. My only complaint is that the openings are much too low and the very nice pad inside does get very wet. I have modified the two openings by adding a plastic cover over the bottom part of the opening. There is still plenty of room for the cat to enter/exit and the pad inside stays drier. I like the house so much I am ordering another for a recent stray that has been hanging around.
981079
I purchased this last summer and was also unsure of how it would hold up. I have mine placed in a 3 season room and it is exposed to the elements. It has been snowed on, rained on and had the wind blowing very hard on it. Not sure where you are but here in Michigan, it has been one rough winter with the polar vortex. I must say that I could not be happier with how it looks and functions. We started our spring cleaning and did not see any weather wear on the wood or on the top. It looks just like it did when we purchased it - brand new!! Fabulous piece of furniture!!! Definitely worth purchasing!! I purchased this last summer and was also unsure of how it would hold up. I have mine placed in a 3 season room and it is exposed to the elements. It has been snowed on, rained on and had the wind blowing very hard on it. Not sure where you are but here in Michigan, it has been one rough winter with the polar vortex. I must say that I could not be happier with how it looks and functions. We started our spring cleaning and did not see any weather wear on the wood or on the top. It looks just like it did when we purchased it - brand new!! Fabulous piece of furniture!!! Definitely worth... » Read More I purchased this last summer and was also unsure of how it would hold up. I have mine placed in a 3 season room and it is exposed to the elements. It has been snowed on, rained on and had the wind blowing very hard on it. Not sure where you are but here in Michigan, it has been one rough winter with the polar vortex. I must say that I could not be happier with how it looks and functions. We started our spring cleaning and did not see any weather wear on the wood or on the top. It looks just like it did when we purchased it - brand new!! Fabulous piece of furniture!!! Definitely worth purchasing!! « Show Less
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We left ours outside in Ohio through the winter. I was surprised how well it held up through all the snow and ice. There are some evidence of wear but that comes with the elements of being outside. It is small enough that you could bring in the garage in the winter but I do not think that would be nessecary. When it rains sometimes the windows do not shut because the wood expands, but they always go back to normal once it dries up. Good Playhouse for the price.
1098257
The way the island is constructed, if it is moved a lot, the little fasteners that hold it together will eventually work loose from vibration. Sliding it a couple of feet on a smooth surface probably would not harm it.
692300
I store off season clothes in them. I bought 3 of them and spread the heaviest items out (like coats) between them. Not as sturdy as wood, but they work well for us.
954532
we use ours inside the home. I don't think that it would hold up to temperature fluctuations or rain/snow very well.
1260462
I would say keep it indoors for at least a year, till it is much older and stronger. New Jersey can be a tough climate in the winter
907868
I leave mine outside until winter in a Northern ocean climate. It gets rough treatment and does well. When it is closed, it should survive ice and snow.
770387
I keep the furniture out all year. The covers stood up well through a very cold and snowy winter here. They are folded and put away for next winter.
2063614
I move them a lot, and have not had any problems either. Sandbags can work to stabilize them i windy conditions it needed.
491542
I have not used mine for moving; only storage. If done properly as instructions describe, they hold up quite well. The sealant works and maintains the compact version. The larger sizes hold quite a bit, like a huge thick comforter or two king bed sets. If not sealed properly they will leak air so just do what the instructions say and it should be fine. They are durable enough & have held up well for over a year.
1997286
Yes! We've had ours on our deck through the nasty winter last year and they were fine.
1226061
They would be great. Water runs through them. They have survived 3 winters in Michigan and look good as new. There is no fading or cracking. Ours are installed over concrete.
925762
I know they recommend taking them off when you're done moving. I have ALWAYS left them under ALL of my furniture so I can move them when I want. The worst I have found is there will be dents and sometimes cracks in them but with the cost I just replace them. Mine last years though.