Do they get too hot to walk on in direct sunlight?
2040988
It's 90 degrees here today, and the tiles are in direct sunlight. According to my digital infrared thermometer, the concrete right beside the tiles is 119 degrees and the tiles are 137 degrees. When i stand barefooted on the tiles, if I count to 10, my feet get uncomfortably hot.
2040989
Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors and friends are impressed. Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors... » Read More Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors and friends are impressed. « Show Less
2040990
sorry I awalys have worn sandals, but I think the lighter color should reflect UV rather than absorb it as a darker color would
2040991
Follow up! Despite the cold winter I mentioned in a previous reply, we just had two weeks of the hottest spring in history here, with temps above 80 every day and bright sun all day. I walked along the tiled deck in my bare feet and stocking feet many times. It was not at all too hot. In fact I would almost say it was "comfortable!"
1213579
I wouldn't say "hot" per say but they will get a little warm especially out in the heat
216045
Yes, they would get way too hot in the sun. I live in SoCal, I shade my dogs outdoor water bowls to keep them cool. If not an option, I'd suggest light colored ceramic bowl
1847244
They do heat up when in direct sun, but what we do is hose it down about 15 min before they go play, or even during their play giving them towels to dry it :)
1950352
From what I know, not too much water or sunlight. I don't think they like direct sunlight so much.
1732071
It will get hot no doubt because it's a dark brown/black.. I would stay away from a dark color cushion because they could fade and be hot... I live in New England so I can't say for certain but we left ours out in the sun and never had an issue...
1873882
I think that would be fine although you'd want to check heat periodically. They don't seem to get too hot.
1350845
Yes, as long as not exposed to direct rain or water, they build up very little heatshould do fine
1861568
yes, they are wax like any other candle so if they are in direct hot sunlight they will melt, but otherwise perfectly fine for outdoors.
24725
no-it is very comfortable, although I have not used it in direct sunlight. I do use it in 90 degree weather in the shade and it is very comfortable.
182802
I don't think you would have a problem. I bought this in black and I just spent last Sunday all day at the beach in Miami weather (over 90 degrees), mostly outside walking and sunbathing, and I did not feel hot. If you get it in a color other than black and with the wind factor, I don't any problem wearing this for sun protection.
1655526
Mine have been on my front and back porches for over a year and they are still doing fine. They are sheltered by my overhang from rain and sun, but not temperature. Temperatures have gotten down to around -8 degress f and have reached about 106 degrees f in summer.
1747217
I did sit on it, 86F day in direct sunlight. It was not too hot to sit on, but it was uncomfortably warm. I moved the bench into the shade.
1515075
They do get very hot, hotter than most I've used but that's why they work well.
1065090
I bought them in the summer and put them up to light my porch, but they are not in direct sunlight though. I've been very happy with them so far though.
246677
I have used them this summer and did not notice any heat from them. Of course where I live it has been pleasant temperatures! Even though they might be warm in hot weather, it sure beats getting your arms all torn up....these are fantastic
453572
I had mine on at an event for up to 8 hours after I first got them and they never seemed to get too hot. If you feel they are getting too hot you may have a defective unit.