Can this set stay out year round (thru snow and/or winter) with covers on it?
948029
I've only had it for a couple months now so I can't speak about wintertime. I'm planning on leaving the frames outside year round but I am definitley going to store the cushions indoors through the winter. A note about the cushions, they stain very easily. I've left them outside in the rain a few times and dirt/leaves has turned some spots brown. I would imagine they could be washed but I haven't tried yet. I ordered a set of red cushion covers as well so hopefully those hold their color better.
948030
I don't think it should stay out all winter - I will take it in and store it in the basement. I would not want ice and snow to weigh it down all winter long.
230700
I wouldn't think you would need to cover it unless there is alot of water running right into it. The winter covers are to keep more to keep the cold weather from coming through the unit and when you aren't using it for prolonged periods. Under regular conditions I would say no, and definitely not while in use.
1763330
I think as long as it is not freezing cold, it may be fine, but I don't think it is safe to keep the set out in freezing temperatures. I am planning on folding up my set and bringing it indoors before winter.
758850
I kept mine out over the winter. We had a couple of heavy snowstorms. Not a problem. As far as rain, airtight so far -- have had it about a year.
277928
I wouldn't leave it outside over the winter especially with the winter we had last year. Extreme temps cause things to wear out faster and can affect how they work. I'd store it in a garage or shed so it's not exposed to the elements. Coleman recommends keeping it covered when not in use as rain can also cause the parts to deteriorate and rust.
1797308
We have ours out exposed to the weather and have not had any issues with it. So I would say yes!
2020380
I have mine outside in the elements and it survived our Michigan winter with 50mph wind gusts and -20 temps. It will probably get me thru one more season. If you want a cover that lasts many seasons you will pay three times or more than what this cover costs.
2170769
yes, if you put your awning out everything under it would be covered. It doesn't seal perfect around the top edge so winter sleep out would be very cold
1141085
I would not plan on it for winter. The posts are strong enough for it but the covering MIGHT last one winter. My personal advice is do not plan on for winter. Heavy rains oh yes as we've had some already!!
1992698
I leave mine up all year in rain and snow and have no problems. I also purchased the connector cover.
1071705
I use mine for both summer and winter..it is very well built and made covering for the winter much easier.
685267
It looks like it could withstand an occasional rain or light snow storm. I wouldn't let it sit outside the whole summer without protection, nor let snow pile up around it. Nonetheless, this is just my speculation as I've never had opportunity for it to get rained or snowed upon.
958597
They do get installed out doors a lot in southern climates where you are protected from freezing. However, it is more ideal to have some type of awning or some direct protection from rain fall. The cover does a great job, but I like to add a little more protection to them.
1298613
I live in upstate NY and plan to bring it inside in the winter. It looks/feels pretty durable, I'm sure it would be fine if it was covered.
1397398
We've left ours up for over a year - it has handled all kinds of weather (no snow). It would be difficult to take down continuously, but to take down and put up seasonally - no problem.
1414439
We only get a little of snow, nothing real heavy. Heavy snow could probably sink it a little?? We've had that cover for about six years and it is still in great shape. A little dirty from rain/ice collecting on the top but still sturdy and zippers working fine. I feel the snow would slide right off if the top of the swing if it is kept tilted. In fact we just put it on the swing the other day and it still feels like the waterproof is still there!!
1353440
We are in Connecticut. So far so good. I usually put something over the cover to keep the snow out. The cold doesn't affect it. Sorry you're having problems.