How durable is this? We're getting it for a dormitory where it'll be subjected to some roughness, do you think it'll withstand that?
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I've moved this thing like a hundred times, using it for light while shooting video. It's held up very well. YMMV.
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My answer is YES. It's lightweight but is also very sturdy. Plus, this lamp's capability to fit 3 60W equivalent LED bulbs really suits you. Just a suggestion, I highly recommend that you use these bulbs-- it worked best for me in terms of lighting and durability compared to allllll the bulbs I've used before. This one's way better. Hope it helps! Here's the link: Triangle Bulbs T95123-6 (6pack) - LED Dimmable 60 Watt Equivalent Daylight A19 Light Bulbs, 6 pack
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It seems very sturdy to me and is easy to assemble. However mine is in a corner where it never is subjected to any sort of stress. I would not expect it to have any problems.
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It is in my 16 year old son's room between his desk and tv stand. He likes the big knob switches and the adjustable lights.
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I own 4 of these lamps they are very durable One I use on my deck at my shore house.The base of the lamp is weighted to keep it from falling over.Another is used next to my computer desk.Each light swivils i like to aim them toward the ceiling.Thanks Robert L
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do NOT buy it. I got it for my studio -- NO rough handling, and yet the sections that screw together were stripped and would not hold it up.
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No. I broke mine at the base just setting it up. It looks nice but is not very durable at all.
542460
Haven't had any problem with the material ripping....durable....BUT, it's VERY VERY VERY heavy....that's my biggest complaint....
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We actually just put tis together last week so we are unsure how durable it will be in inclement weather but we will find out I guess. We live in upstate NY so certainly share your concerns. Sorry I couldn't help you out.
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It must be pretty strong; my son has had it a year now, using to buy groceries and over stuff with laundry to go up and down the elevator and across streets and etc. all over the city. It is a decent size, not small. It folds up pretty easiliy and stays flat. He does have to put a doorstop on it when folded to keep it from rolling off as the wheels do not have a lock. I hope it lasts another year, but so far, with a lot of wieght, and rough city streets it ihas survived one year of dorm/college service.
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Hi - so far it is very durable. However, we only open it every couple of days. It is well constructed out of quality materials.
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It is very durable. We bought ours for a rottweiler puppy who is also very playful and plays hard with other dogs. It is holding up well so far.
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Yes, it will withstand rough play. My daughter has had hers for over a year now and still no issues with the kitchen. Melissa and Doug products are a good use of money. I do not think you will be disappointed.
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Good question, but I'm not the one to ask unfortunately. I purchased it in the fall and it been freezing and cold here in the N.E. Based on its construction, which is fairly heavy duty plastic of a honeycomb type nature (its not solid plastic but has cavities between the inner and out layers) I would imagine it would hold up well.
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It seems durable enough to me. I've used it quite a bit, but I haven't been rough with it or dropped it.
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It's pretty durable. Ours has been dropped and knocked off the table numerous times. I'm pretty impressed with it. We've even used it as a flashlight on more than one occasion :)
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I've had mine for a while and it's held up great. Just be sure to not over tighten the screw on parts and never over load it. Other than that, it's awesome!
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Yes it will hold up, however, the one I bought wobbles a little. I think it's because I assembled it wrong or it's a bit shoddy.
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Absolutely! We have had ours for 7 years, through 4 kids. We used it daily for the first year and less as the years went on. Now a days we use it a couple times a year for a few days at a time. It has held up remarkably. It is made of a thin tent like material and is pretty durable, though the seems tend to go, if pulled on forcefully by kids (and that happens often). I think it should hold up well outside, as long as it isn't left out for days in harsh weather. It is very light, however, so it may blow away if kids aren't in it or staked down.
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I don't believe it is particularly 'tough' if you are asking if it would hold up to repeated abrasive wear. It has the same texture as a windbreaker. That, combined with the reflective interior material, makes it very effective though.
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I think it would be pretty durable. I have a small puppy who loves it. I just put her regular dog food in it.
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I live in upstate NY and plan to bring it inside in the winter. It looks/feels pretty durable, I'm sure it would be fine if it was covered.
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Several months of accidently sitting on it several times, mowing my lawn with it, running with it, and falling asleep with it on listening to audio books (I have accidentally put holes in walls while asleep) so yes it is durable within reason. I wouldn't recommend washing it or running it over.