Will the fabric or the chair get damaged by rain/water?
2001030
I have only had these 2 chairs for a month and they set out in the direct sun (100+ degrees) and rain. The type of fabric used dries quickly after the rain and I believe they are perfectly fine for all weather. I am bringing mine inside for winter.
2001031
I haven't had the chair long enough to give a proper response. The material seems strong enough, but it's too soon to tell.
2001032
We have it sitting on the front porch and it gets late afternoon sun. The color has not changed but even better it has withstood some very strong winds and stayed upright. It has survived a few days on the beach and folded without a problem. My husband is a large man and he fits well with room to spare. I wouldn't worry about purchasing this chair. It joined an older model that is still in great shape after four years. The cover faded a little but it is still dark blue.
2001033
I am saying yes because it is made of material. What I did is I purchased a very large canvas cover for covering a stack of chairs, it covers the entire chair. I leave the cover on all the time, because the chair is on my balcony all summer long. When it rains I do not need to worry the chair is protected. I am still able to sit and rock. In the fall I take the cover off, fold up the cover, fold up the chair, store them in doors. I have done this for at least 3 yrs. No problem. Works great. I think the trick is to get canvas it is heaver. Bought mine at a Big Lots. Hope this helps answer your question. I am saying yes because it is made of material. What I did is I purchased a very large canvas cover for covering a stack of chairs, it covers the entire chair. I leave the cover on all the time, because the chair is on my balcony all summer long. When it rains I do not need to worry the chair is protected. I am still able to sit and rock. In the fall I take the cover off, fold up the cover, fold up the chair, store them in doors. I have done this for at least 3 yrs. No problem. Works great. I think the trick is to get canvas it is heaver. Bought mine at a Big Lots. Hope this helps answer... » Read More I am saying yes because it is made of material. What I did is I purchased a very large canvas cover for covering a stack of chairs, it covers the entire chair. I leave the cover on all the time, because the chair is on my balcony all summer long. When it rains I do not need to worry the chair is protected. I am still able to sit and rock. In the fall I take the cover off, fold up the cover, fold up the chair, store them in doors. I have done this for at least 3 yrs. No problem. Works great. I think the trick is to get canvas it is heaver. Bought mine at a Big Lots. Hope this helps answer your question. « Show Less
2001034
Nope- we have left it out a couple of times- and it is quick drying. No stains. No mold. Clean and fine as the day we took it out of box. Very comfortable and durable chair. Ordering 2 more actually
8859
The chair is covered with a very durable chair fabric, I feel the fabric covering will last a considerable length of time.
887373
I never try to sit it out in rain, but the chair's material is very strong and probably could absorb the rain.
178885
Should be fine if it happens to get wet. I wouldn't leave it in the rain for long though.
1265589
Yes, I only use my chairs outdoors and after two years, they are still in very good condition. The pads can take some beating and will get weathered as one would expect. I am in DC and we have hot, humid summers and decent winters so the pads and chairs to get tested. I wouldn't think twice about using them outside and I think you can expect the chairs themselves to last at least five years, while the pads could probably go three if you want them looking like a 4 out of 5 condition. I hope this helps.
741266
I live in central OH and purchased the chair cover in early summer this year, so can speak for only a few month's summer use. My cover sits under open sky and gets sun from late morning on, so it gets all precipitation and nearly all sun. It seems completely waterproof, and I've not seen any cracking. The fabric is substantial and flexible -- more like canvas than thin plastic. I like to remove and replace the cover quickly, so I don't take time to cinch the bottom edge, so if it rains the chair feet get a little wet, but the rest of the chairs are dry and ready to use. Of course, being open at the bottom, the cover can't keep out atmospheric moisture, but in my situation that isn't a concern (my chair frames are aluminum, not steel). The cover has faded a bit, but that's inevitable and I actually prefer the lighter appearance. I am very pleased with the cover thus far and expect it will last several years. Hope that helps.
576277
The cover has a vinyl backing which is probably water resistant but the outside feels more like heavy duty fabric and it repels water. I keep my patio furniture under our patio cover and I wouldn't expose it to the elements (e.g. rain) for too long:)
1539685
I don't believe it would be okay if it got rained on, and there is also a chance that insects/other animals may chew on it/try to live in it. But if it was sitting in a spot like on a porch, or under a tree or awning, it might be fine. You could possibly even set the cushion inside to make it more comfy.
1573260
The fabric on the seat will not allow for outdoor use. In addition, the metal may rust if it rains.
1573262
No. The seat is a soft material that does wick away some amounts of liquid, but would not be able to stand up to a rainfall. Also, it has no weatherproof, so the metal would probably start to rust if left outside. It is a nice, sturdy chair, but I would not recommend it for outdoor use.
1616836
I've used it in the rain with no problems. I wouldn't stick it under water or anything, but if it gets some water on it it should be fine.
2186894
I believe the rain, sun, and wind would damage it severely. You need wood that is treated and finished specifically to handle outside elements. Outdoor furniture made of Teak or Cypress tend to be built more solidly than this finely carved screen. And because of that they can hold their shape while the elements beat down on them.
1538846
It rained a good bit for 3 days before the season began, where our blind was set up here in Texas. When I checked the blind the morning after the rain, our chairs inside were dry. There was some light moisture on the inside of the roof, but that may have just been condensation. I cannot say that it is waterproof, but I was very pleased with how it performed during that heavy rain (heavy for Texas). Very pleased with this blind.
1661414
If it is on a covered porch. It is a great table butnitbis wood and could be damaged by rain.
1013510
Yes, This would be good for outdoor chairs, but I might try to get 3" thick for benches or 2 person swings, but that's just a personal preference. I don't think it's water resistant though, so I would use a more water-resistant fabric/scotchgard or bring it in out of the rain.
1976439
I've had the chair just over a year, have left it out in the rain a couple times and no rust.
936137
We have ours set up inside. I would keep it out of the rain. Remember that no matter how weather resistant a company claims something is, nature (weather) will always win. Cheers