Does the outside color scrape off (too easily)?
1555716
These bottles are very thin walled. The color comes off pretty easy and they dent incredibly easy. I used hose clamps to secure two of them onto a rack on a dirt bike to carry fuel. They got the job done but are pretty beat up. If you're using them as water bottles in a backpack they will probably work perfect for that. I see my post is conflicting with the other post; so I'd like to add this edit. They are good bottles the coating seems strong, just depends on what you use them for.
1555717
Not at all. It is very good bottle and I love it. But you have to clean dirty every week with the top with hot water.
1555718
I use them for water, and fill them about halfway and freeze them overnight. Then I top off just before I go, and have ice cold water while I'm hiking. I've had no problems with the color coming off. Yes, if you drop them they will dent, they are thin walled aluminum only.. But, so far, best hiking bottles I've ever used.
680027
I have had mine out for about a year, in the high mountain sun of Colorado. It gets direct sunlight until mid afternoon, and the color seems to be holding up well. Hope this helps.
268642
Same issue with the mint case. So sad, because I love the colour, but it's turning all brownish around the bumper edges... sigh. Might have to get the black one, so that stains won't show. Have not tried cleaning it yet, but if I find a good solution I will post it.
1859215
Since I don't take care of anything, mine has been outside uncovered since Jan '12. It's discolored and looks like the surface may indicate rusting, but the entire product is still solid. The product discolors very soon after use as you can read in the reviews but that's not rust although it is about that color. The screen top is rusting and will go first but it still should last some time yet. Truthfully, I like this so much that if it lasts another year, and I know it will, I'm still pleased and will buy another one. You can make a much bigger fire in this than in any of the decorative ones.
2083530
It doesn't seem to scratch at all but it does turn slightly yellowish after a while.
1225503
The colored exterior is plastic. That kind of thick, vinyl-like plastic. It doesn't feel cheap.
798941
I've had them for close to a year and don't notice any stains or scratches really. The driver side doesn't seem to fit "perfect" and I have to pull it back sometimes. But for the price I've been very satisfied.
1428344
We haven't taken ours off yet, but a friend said it left a little residue that came off easily. But as far as pulling the finish off, it didn't.
1296021
YES!!! Extremely, but I does rust if left outside. Other than that slight cosmetic issue it is GREAT!!!
1655315
The Frieling is not super shiny, but does reflect light. Ours has not scratched at all, so far, and we haven't been particularly careful with it. It cleans very easily.
141534
Mine was natural so I stained it. We have it outside and it is holding up well......
1859217
Since I don't take care of anything, mine has been outside uncovered since Jan '12. It's discolored and looks like the surface may indicate rusting, but the entire product is still solid. The product discolors very soon after use as you can read in the reviews but that's not rust although it is about that color. The screen top is rusting and will go first but it still should last some time yet. Truthfully, I like this so much that if it lasts another year, and I know it will, I'm still pleased and will buy another one. You can make a much bigger fire in this than in any of the decorative ones. Since I don't take care of anything, mine has been outside uncovered since Jan '12. It's discolored and looks like the surface may indicate rusting, but the entire product is still solid. The product discolors very soon after use as you can read in the reviews but that's not rust although it is about that color. The screen top is rusting and will go first but it still should last some time yet. Truthfully, I like this so much that if it lasts another year, and I know it will, I'm still pleased and will buy another one. You can make a much bigger fire in this than in any of the decorative ones.
1444018
Not at all. I just sweep mine off when I sweep the floor and wipe it down with a damp cloth once a week. Always looks great. I've had mine 6 months and it still looks like the day I bought it.
2066257
After a little more than a year. We have had a little snow and some thick ice along with a very hot summer and with that summer weather comes a lot of sun and U.V. rays that can discolor plastics, especially white, and there has been no discoloration or distorting of our lamp post. It is interesting that I would be asked that question today since I just happened to walk out to inspect it yesterday evening. It has received compliments from strollers through the neighborhood all summer long. If I ever leave this home, I can definitely say that I will buy another to go with my next home. Please ask any further questions that you may have. Glad to answer.
1922607
It is definitely shiny on the outside. We use this pan several times a week and it still looks as good as when we bought it over a year ago.
439563
From my experience, it comes off without any trace. However, it will take awhile to take down.
1556777
No. I have had one of these for about 4 years now and while it is a bit scratched up it is still the exact same color as when I got it. (Not including the colored edge part which has faded a bit after 4 years.)