does anyone know if this will rust if you put it outside? was thinking of putting it out in my balcony and keeping a tarp over it when im not using it
1183443
It will - I have it in my basement away from water and its getting some trust where the paint has chipped. If you put it outside, I would suggest maintain it by painting once a year.
1942910
ive had mine outside all summer and it has held up I am leaving out for the winter it is nailed to my deck rail I live in ma. so well see what happens!!!
661655
I'm sure about being rust proof but it has a black metal finish and i have it outdoors here in Arizona. It is under my eaves. I just love it. It is nice and sturdy, was easy to put together. I would definitely buy it again
1450371
I am using it on an outside porch. I have a lot of salt spray so it may eventually rust, but I think a little rustoleum spray will go along way if this happens. Has worked great so far! A little car polish can help add some protection as well.
1297537
Mine has been out in the elements since I bought it and it has held up pretty well considering the materials its made from. The legs have no rust. The screen and nuts that hold the legs on have just started to show some signs of rust. I do believe it will last longer if you have the option to keep it out of the elements. This one has held up a lot longer than I expected. Hope this helps.
999723
Mine in hung outside the shower area. It is chrome though so it shouldn't rust.
1272498
It has not started to rust, though I don't store the bike outside. I would not expect it to rust either if left outside. It may just get some small rust spots in the surface.
695597
Hello,We have checked with the manufacturer and they do not recommend having this outdoors unless they are covered. They may rust if they get wet. If you have some sort of patio covering, where they are under the shade constantly, then it may be alright outdoors. We do apologize we were unable to give you a specific answer. If you need anything else, please let us know.Thank you.
1318868
If this is going to be by an ocean area, I'd say no to the rust proof. We've had ours for about a year now and it's not rusty, but again we are not near the coast.
1347300
I keep mine inside however, being that it is painted and not exposed metal I would think that it would be fine outside. The only issue I foresee is maybe the rubber drying out over time but you could always tape it up if that happens. I wouldn't worry about keeping it outside.
1446910
Mine has been outside in rain/sun (Florida) for a month or so. No sign of rust, at least yet. It worked as expected, just not big/strong enough to keep arrmidillo caged. I would/should have gotten a extra large if I had known. He broke through the "door" 4 times now. I reenforced it with steel rods and plastic ties. We'll see if that holds him!
72763
I live in indy and I've had it for 3 month or so. o have seen any rust yet. And its rained a lot so I would say no. plus I've got a friend who's got the same one and he's had it 2 years. his also has no rust.
1896064
I noticed some rust on the bottom when mine sat in some water. I have it under my covered patio now and also have purchased a cover for it to prolong it's life. Based on the small amount of rust on the bottom, my answer would be "yes". Hope that helps.
816543
yes it can be use outdoor. But keep in mind its rust resistance and not rust prove. So, eventually after years of usage it will rust.
151971
If it has to be outside I would suggest putting a tarp over it. The bar will swell, wood does, and most likely turn black or moldly if it is always wet. Also, I am sure the metal will rust at some point. If space is an issue, take it apart and leave it inside. You have invested a chunk of money in this piece of equipment, and leaving it out in the rain is a sure fire way of watching that investment go down the drain.
1048606
There is a coating on it does not rust, we leave our outdoors year around. It does fold up if you need it to. My son is really happy with it.
1025429
It will lose its finish and rust. It is not made to be in the direct sunlight or get wet. If you had it covered by a porch or something where it would get indirect sunlight and not be impacted by the weather it would probably be fine.