does the outside burn or lose its color?
1194223
No its quality coating no burning or discoloration, the color on the outside is also a nonstick coating, cleans easy and darn it's pretty :-)
2238025
No - it's kept its color (though we've largely kept it outside the shower in the bathroom (so it hasn't had much water exposure).
425209
I would say yes. I have brick and there is some discoloration and I had it in my yard but my grass started on fire!
1859217
Since I don't take care of anything, mine has been outside uncovered since Jan '12. It's discolored and looks like the surface may indicate rusting, but the entire product is still solid. The product discolors very soon after use as you can read in the reviews but that's not rust although it is about that color. The screen top is rusting and will go first but it still should last some time yet. Truthfully, I like this so much that if it lasts another year, and I know it will, I'm still pleased and will buy another one. You can make a much bigger fire in this than in any of the decorative ones. Since I don't take care of anything, mine has been outside uncovered since Jan '12. It's discolored and looks like the surface may indicate rusting, but the entire product is still solid. The product discolors very soon after use as you can read in the reviews but that's not rust although it is about that color. The screen top is rusting and will go first but it still should last some time yet. Truthfully, I like this so much that if it lasts another year, and I know it will, I'm still pleased and will buy another one. You can make a much bigger fire in this than in any of the decorative ones.
1834928
I not 100% positive, but I think not. When I rinsed mine out, what little debris came out seemed not to be black, but the same color as the outside.
518893
This is my second year and it's in the same shape as when I put it up. I did stain mine when I put it up originally and since I didn't like the color, I also just sprayed over the outside with black paint which made it look like burned wood so I assume that helps preserve the wood but so far, it's fine. I just left it out in the elements all winter filled with soil.
1827987
Lana A., I've had this heater installed for 1 1/2 years and I've seen no discoloration of the cover...What could be making a change in color could be smoking by someone near to the unit as the nicotine from the smoke can discolor the plastic..Otherthan that perhaps a chemical you're using in the bath? A disinfectant for something else...Again, I've had no perceptible changein the color of the plastic cover....Hope this helps.P. Brennan
1855120
I don't recall that it gets very hot on the outside. It might be uncomfortable, but I don't think it would cause a real burn. I would be more concerned that a 15-month child might push it over, and/or want to fuss with the control buttons on the side.
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I'm not exactly sure what your question is asking, but I'll cover the basics just in case. The oven mitts do not accumulate burn marks or melt--even after being in contact with very high-temperatured cookware or dishes. The outside of the mitts do not stain anything you grab from the oven or stove top, so color is not transferred to or from the mitts during use. I have yet to leave these outside for an extended period of time; but I imagine that if you did their color would probably fade and the mitts may get stained by something or would sun-fade eventually. I hope that answers your question sufficiently. I'm not exactly sure what your question is asking, but I'll cover the basics just in case. The oven mitts do not accumulate burn marks or melt--even after being in contact with very high-temperatured cookware or dishes. The outside of the mitts do not stain anything you grab from the oven or stove top, so color is not transferred to or from the mitts during use. I have yet to leave these outside for an extended period of time; but I imagine that if you did their color would probably fade and the mitts may get stained by something or would sun-fade eventually. I hope that answers your... » Read More I'm not exactly sure what your question is asking, but I'll cover the basics just in case. The oven mitts do not accumulate burn marks or melt--even after being in contact with very high-temperatured cookware or dishes. The outside of the mitts do not stain anything you grab from the oven or stove top, so color is not transferred to or from the mitts during use. I have yet to leave these outside for an extended period of time; but I imagine that if you did their color would probably fade and the mitts may get stained by something or would sun-fade eventually. I hope that answers your question sufficiently. « Show Less
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We use ours inside a canvas gazebo and it does not leave a stain, nor does it smoke or spark. We keep at least one side of the gazebo unzipped for ventilation.
1260067
I leave mine outside and they dry fast after being in the rain. I have the red cushions and I have been disappointed with the colorfastness of them. They appeared to have faded after only a few months in the sun. Otherwise, the furniture has been great.
190478
I cook on a gas stove so once in awhile I get a little soot on the outside bottom of pan; use soapy water and/or SOS if necessary. I figure a little discoloration just gives my pots "character" and indicate that some good cookin' has been happening!
937781
No, the area remains black, however if you touch the area with the heat on you will feel a difference. but it does not get extremeley ho, just mild heat
707372
Yes but more on one side almost not brown on other side elements dont heat as much on that side it can be seen.
1731038
I suppose it must vary with conditions. It seems to turn gray over time once it is heated.
584910
I have used it 5 or 6 times and have only just started noticing its color to be changing. That doesn't really answer the question, but I haven't used it enough for it to need replacing yet and I haven't actually been trying to keep track of all the number of times I use it.
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My current HotShot is new and this has not happened. However, my older one (still in use 10 yrs at office) darkened and I have not experienced any problems as a result. I would not be worried if it happened with my new one but the questions should be put to Sunbeam. Other responses offer good suggestions, IMHO.