Can I use it outdoors? Mounting is no problem (under deck), but will it rust? Thanks!
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It is fully painted, as long as you didn't chip the paint I would think it will be fine. It is a great bar and very well built, I am impressed with it!
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hey James, I am assuming it can be used outdoors as that is where I mounted mine. I mounted it right on the antenna pole and wrapped it with electrical tape to keep connections dry.It gets pretty cold here in NY, so by next year I'll know for sure, LOL.But I don't see why it shouldn't work in cold or hot weather, I hope this helps!PS It made it through the summer although this wasn't a very hot summer this season.
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I have the copper finish model. It is two or three years old and has no significant rust. It is kept outdoors on a covered deck from mid October through March in North Florida, lots of humidity! So far so good.
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Mine is mounted outside but in a covered location. I'm not sure if it weatherproof but I suspect that Square D can answer that better than I.
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I would not keep it outdoors because of the concern for rust. It seems to be made for an indoor set up. If you have to put it outside in the open, put a big tarp over it, that may help a little.
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We have this mounted on our front porch. It is protected from direct rain and sun. It might rust eventually if you have it out in the elements but it works great for people to drop things off for us in a secure place when we are not home.
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Though we have not done so, I would expect keeping it outside would be fine. Ours has travelled many hundreds of miles in the back of the truck; rain, snow, etc. It has held up well. We have had no problems with rust.
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I am using it outdoors. And no problem so far. The entire contain is hard plastic so it will not rust.
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We ordered them for our squadron bar, and they are very sturdy. I think they would do well outside, but not sure if they would rust. Hope this helps
682604
Not sure I would mount it outside unless it was enclosed. It would be very easy to disconnect and drain it for winter storage.
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No rust problems with my sign but I have it mounted on my porch. It under cover and it rarely ever gets wet. I'm very satisfied with the purchase.
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I cannot confirm or deny that it might rust. I have mine hung on a wall in my lanai, so it is covered and away from the sun and elements. I have only had it about one month so it is hard to tell what wear and tear it might encounter.
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I am not sure if it will rust or deteriorate if left outside. Mine is in my kitchen. My impression is that it is designed for inside use.
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It can be used outdoors as long as you protect it from direct exposure to rain, snow, etc. I have used one successfully outdoors mounted under the overhang on a house.
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It should be fine outdoors. The surface is gritty allowing traction if the ramp gets wet. It is made of aluminum so it will not rust.
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To be honest with you, I don't think I would. It does have some metal objects that may rust and then shorten the life of the shade. I installed mine outside of course but the mount is under the patio overhang to protect it from direct sunlight and water. I'm not an expert this is just my opinion.
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I would not recommend you leave this outside, the wood would probably warp and likely the metal will rust over time.