Will this rust if left out, how does it work in and around sprinklers in the grass?
2018933
It sits on the grass and here in Louisiana we get about 50 inches of rain a year but the paint that is on the item seems to be a good thick coat. It is easy to move for mowing under it, two people can pick it up or one person can drag it around. My husband and I agree that this will last as long as a good quality metal swing set, maybe longer, and it seems the kids are getting lots of use out of it.
2018934
It's meant to be left out, so I don't see why it wouldn't work around sprinklers. We haven't had ours long enough to rust, but the paint that is on it looks like it will protect it very well.
2018935
We just set it up a week ago. It has been too cold to use it a whole lot. It is very well made. Its heavy. Steel I would guess. It is painted. The hardware is stainless steel. The black handles are good quality and cover the bolts so the kids won't get scratched. I'll know better about rust after the winter.
1035669
We left ours up outside for a month or so outside and it did not rust or get damaged. It seems pretty sturdy as long as you keep it staked into the ground..If you get alot of wind you may want to bring it in also.
1043821
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.
189173
I do not notice it leaving rust on my pavers. I use it at least once or twice a week. However, if you're really concerned about that, try setting it on top of some 16x16 pavers. Kinda like a platform. The quality of this steel firepit, to me, far outweighs rust stains. However, I do not see any. Hope this helps!
519891
Yes. I installed outside but under roof eve. It gets hit by sprinklers all the time. No issues whatsoever so far.
2122382
Yes. It must be in an covered area, if you leave it out exposed, it will rust. How I have it is on top of wheels. You know those platforms where you place a plant? Well, Home Depot sells them with wheels, this sits on top of wheels outside, but under a covered area, then I pull it out as I need it. Otherwise it is too heavy to push in and out. Hope this helps!
288291
it has been pretty rust-resistant.....we took it camping a few times and have left it out in the weather...no rust as of yet...
904336
We live in Florida which is pretty much the arm pit of the world as far as moisture is concerned and we've not had any rust issues. The only thing we do is turn it upside down so water doesn't collect in it.
18337
It hasn't rusted yet. However, we almost always have it covered and we live in California where it never rains any more.
2062897
I leave mine on a covered porch (no sides). Always drain when done pumping and simply cover. Leaving in direct contact with wet ground will cause some surface rust, but probably won't hurt much. Cover with a box or bucket and you'll be fine. Don't forget to drain when done.
1859735
I like it because it holds to the spot where you place it. It sprays at a great distance and I have a small yard so I prop it up on back side so the water does not reach the street. I have not tried to hook it to a series of sprinklers.
1153788
We used it both outside and inside. It didn't rust that much at all. We had it outside for a long time but then took half inside and half outside. We had little dogs.
1109269
Unless you keep it covered when not using it, there are parts that will eventually rust.
1438354
We used this outside to stuff into our brick home's weep holes. The metal mesh keeps out rodents while still allowing water to escape (unlike expanding foam). It also does not rust (unlike steel mesh). We've had it installed for about a year and have been happy with it. Hope that helps.
179638
Yes it does rust. It needs to be wiped down because they did not put any drainage holes in the base. What rust has gathered I have been able to wipe off.
1398513
I never use it in the rain and keep it covered to prevent rust. I had it for few years and so far so good.
371171
The cart is completely painted & I leave mine outside, but under a roof. It does get a little wet when the wind blows rain on it. I think that if it left unprotected in some way that eventually it will start to rust. After all, its made of metal not plastic. Some user care is expected I would think.