How well does this cover seed to protect from rain? Does top overhang seed tray?
288283
The cover is about 1 in. out. It covers pretty well, seed doesn't get too soggy. I put a second tray about 1/2 in. under the feeder that is sticks out about another 1 in. or so to catch all the stuff the sparrows throw out and that one gets pretty soggy when it rains.
288284
It'll keep your seed dry no matter the weather. You might want to consider a squirrel baffle, if they get into it they'll spill half your seed on the ground.
288285
The seeds remain dry inside the bins. I am pleased. Of course, the seed that spills to where the birds can access them are wet, but the rain drips through and those seeds are consumed before they are soaked and rot.
288286
It doesn't look like it covers at all; but it does! No wet seed , even with an inch of rain in one day.
288287
The seed inside stays dry, but if there is blowing rain or snow the seed in the tray will get wet. I usually scrap it out onto the ground for the squirrels, give the feeder a shake to bring new food down and it's good to go. This is my second Triple Bin feeder and I would buy a third.
543590
I am using the seeding trays with plastic lids. I have used a humidity cover in the past--it works fine--you just have to keep opening and shutting it. I like the individual trays better, I think it keeps the humidity better.
1104476
The cover of this feeder protects the seeds from snow and rain alike. This has been a good all-season feeder in Wisconsin
2246661
I suggest you hang at least a 16" diameter baffle above this feeder. There are some baffles sold which are plexiglass and somewhat dome-shaped, and those work the best, I think. This won't solve the problem of rain coming in sideways, but these feeders definitely need some shelter from the rain. Whenever it rains, I have to go out later on and shift the wet seed out, before it begins to get moldy. A good plexiglass baffle costs about $22 + S&H;, a metal one costs more---around $32 and up, on Amazon.
762210
Not 100% but does protect from rain. Will not from a drop in a sink of water.
857586
A simple plastic tarp of any kind draped over the top would keep rain out. But the intent of this thing is to simply make it seem like you are as close to sleeping under the stars, without getting bitten by bugs, as possible. If you want a waterproof pup tent then buy one of those.
640707
The only area open to the elements are the 4 feeding ports on the bottom. The upper part is metal & plastic. The area where you refill seed is closed when not being filled. I supposed if you had a lot of rain & left the seed for an extended time it would clump. But this is a tiny feeder, & mine empties nearly daily.
1784160
I bought a cover for mine so can't answer the rain question. I have had no problems with the utensil knobs and hang several off of mine.
401704
Yes, and there are plenty. My issue is that it rains a whole lot here, and heavy at times, so the sides let the seed get wet. If you had it in a dry climate or under a porch roof, this would be an awesome feeder!
1118303
The top comes down pretty secure. I haven't noticed any water inside. However a little water could come in around the top during a hard rain.
4099
Birds are messy. We hung our feeder over a patch of unused scrubby grass. It's pretty bald now because we feed our birds regularly. Seeds spill out when I fill the feeder and I'm sure some also get dropped. I suggest hanging the feeder over a piece of ground you don't care about or over some paved portion.
1592636
I would check with the Audubon society on what seed mixture is best for your area. I know the Home Depot near me carries seed blends for the region I live in. The openings in the bottom screen of the feeder are small enough to hold most seeds while still letting rain drain through. Very sturdy feeder.
1384081
I doesn't need a cover it stays wet underneath the foam pieces and dry above them,the cut end underneath stays wet to promote root growth and the leaves above get air and stay dry so that way the leaves don't get moldy like they can in covered trays.
475669
It does. I got it to install under a trellis shelter. The top is open so I had to put a makeshift cover over the top to keep rain out.
2064948
I would use a cover if using these in conjunction with the baskets. Once I received them, however, they seemed to be the size I would use for my seed starter tray which does not use covers. It would primarily depend on whether you are planting something that requires darkness or light to germinate.
1920008
While the seeds will get wet in the rain, the feeder has drainage holes in the bottom and the diamond mesh keeps the seeds well ventilated so the seeds stay fresher, longer.
1178539
I have had no problem with the seed keeping dry. The roof appears to protect it pretty well. I have the feeder hanging under my Pine Tree also.