how mutch of a snow load will it hold
337507
I doubt it will hold snow. I was told by the company when i called them to take it down before a storm so it wouldn't break apart. In the instructions that come with the structure, it tells you to take it down before a storm also.
337508
I have had it now for quite some time up at a campground set up permanently. I do not keep my eye on it continuously but feel like it would be okay unless it can build up of snow, ice and more snow and ice. It has not happened yet.
337509
very simple if 6 inches or more accumulates gentlly take a broom and shake the inside of the roof and the snow slides right off. dont allow a foot or more to accumulate have not had any problems in 5 years and counting
1177023
It will do OK in wind. My previous one was anchored to the ground by burying the feet and held up OK in 70 MPH gusts. heavy snow can be a problem as they get older and the tarp starts to sag a little. I tend to go out with a broom and bump off the snow from the underside if we get more than an inch or so.
1360637
We've had it outside the entire time, and it has done fine. It isn't very heavy, but comparatively sturdy enough to handle thunderstorms for example. We live in the south, so i can't tell you about snow, but i hope this helps
1337834
Yes it's strong enough to support a pile of snow. But so is the top of the A/C unit without a cover. The mesh is not fine enough to keep all snow out of the unit. For that you would need a solid tarp. But I believe it's best to allow moisture (including snow) in, and back out through evaporation with a mesh like this product. You can leave it on all year if you wish.
322013
Yes, the 5x5 can withstand a few inches of snow. Not ice, though. It would be too heavy. Just a reminder, this is not a hothouse, rather a planthouse. It would need you to provide the heat/cooling, etc. I love mine. It lasted all winter just fine here in Colorado.
1379450
It held up well last week when we got 8-10 inches of snow here in North Seattle. On the other hand, it does not look built to take much abuse. The documentation says that it is not recommended for all seasons.
391407
It's a very sturdy tent. I don't know how much snow-load it could take. A zipper or Velcro will need to be added to the bottom of both doors before I would consider using it in rainy conditions again. -James-
1219214
I do not live anyplace where it is going to snow on a camping trip, but based on the size of the poles and the tension that the tent is erected with, I would say it will hold up to snow pretty well.
982612
Hi we just went thru a severe winter in ny. Lots of wind and snow ,it held beautiful didnt move an inch. love it.
473855
I think the wheels are fine. You can't wait until 6 inches of snow has piled up. If you get out there with it after 2 or 3 you can move the snow very easily.
342388
Sorry I can't answer. I haven't put it together being that my area has been getting hit with snow storm after snow storm. Waiting for warmer weather
1210929
Virtually none. I have used in this week about 6 times to keep up with our 17 inch snow fall. Worked well but I think I will buy a larger gas operated one soon. This works well for sidewalks, decks etc.
2080568
If you have deeper snow that can't be pushed off to the side this is the ticket
667179
I live in southern Ontario in the Niagara Peninsula. Infrequently we get storms off the lake that can bring in 16-18" of snow. This year my Penguin gazebo had about 12" of snow and slush on the roof. Not sure what the total weight was but I believe in the installation booklet somewhere it says it can handle about 1200 lbs load. Anyway it has not been a problem over the three winters since it was installed. The only issue I have had was into the 3rd year, hail pellets penetrated the outer skin of the corrugated roofing panels. Penquin replaced the panels with proof of purchase; very good service. Light snow should not be an issue, but if it gets to 30" I think I would try and get some of it off the roof. I suppose you could calculate the weight of one cubic foot of snow and then extrapolate to the surface area of the roof allowing for 3 feet of snow depth. But there are many variables including the wetness of the snow etc. It might be possible to reinforce the inside of the gazebo during the snow months with temporary vertical braces but I would not recommend drilling any holes into the roofing supports.
241087
Not really sure. It snowed a few times we tried it but it was such a hassle we quit using it. Wouldn't recommend it.
1647026
Don't know really, but I was pretty amazed today that we got through around 7 - 8 inches of heavy, wet snow today with our 13.5 amp here in Iowa. Just go kind of slow and don't overtax it. Beats shoveling although usually I would have done it before it got so deep.
54705
It doesn't have a very strong blow but it does ok on pine needles, I've never tried it for snow. Might be ok for light snow.