I'm looking for a rack that I can use outside and can occasionally get wet if a sudden rainstorm passes through while I'm out. Will this rack rust?
1046208
I have been using mine for 2 years at pool side for wet towels, and inside for delicate clothes and have not had a problem with rust.
1046209
I don't think the rack would rust during a rainstorm. Although I would be more concerned about any wind that might accompany the storm unless you have a spot to put the rack to keep the wimd from pushing it over with your clean laundry on it. The bars of the rack are nicely finished with plastic tips. So I wouldn't worry about the rust.
1046210
The legs have a coating on them, but there are exposed screw's that could rust....
1046211
That would have been my question as well. I may give it a try as I'd use it only after checking the radar and weather.com. I'll put the heavy items on the lowest racks, maybe put bricks around the legs. The other problem I foresee is perching birds, but I'll use the bird-scare tape I use in the garden, on the sides. And if rust becomes an issue, there's Rustoleum.
1046212
Probably. Also, the paint on it is of inferior quality. The rainstorm or even the humidity of your own clothes, will result in leaking paint and making your white clothes brown/bronze!
1699489
Yes. Go for it. I don't think you can go wrong with this sturdy rack/bar and if you get good use of it outside, that's best. It will most likely take a hit over time from being in the elements, but nothing wrong with that. Mother Nature is indiscriminate.
1078346
Actually it's only been in a couple of rains but I don't see any rust yet. My thoughts are that bike baskets are pretty much rust resistant. BTW, I've had mine for a year or so (stored in unheated garage in winter too) and it's as shiny as new.
1520040
I'm not sure about keeping out rain or how it would do outside. I might do well on both accounts, but it's hard to tell. It does have some metal inside in the open/close mechanism. We use the bucket for kitchen scraps to take to the compost so it is slightly moist inside our bucket and so far there has not been any problem with corrosion of the metal. But don't know what would happen if there's lots of rain moisture. Sorry I can't be of more help since I haven't used the bucket outside. It's such a good price, might be worth a try. It sure is a nice can for indoor use.
2124765
Unsure. I do know that I have owned two of these for a couple of years now.In this ALabama heat & humidity, I thought they would "take a toll" with faded color or rust. They look great! I take them in for the winter and wipe them down with a damp cloth. Put them away and take them out the next spring to compliment my back deck again. I am very happy with both the performance and purchase of these corner racks.
1737717
I have not seen any rust. This is honestly the best rack I have even had and would recommend it
1325548
With the exception of some nuts on the handle and underneath the cart, this can be safely kept outside. Leave it face up, and use the "dumping" lever to get rid of accumulated rain water and the nuts underneath won't rust. Alternatively, using a silicone-based spray on the exposed metal parts occasionally should also address any problems arising from it being stored outside. Other than its assembly directions being really unclear, I love this cart.
1402207
The wire rack is powder coated and it's pretty durable. I've owned mine for almost 3 years and I don't have rust on it yet, but then again I keep my bikes indoors when im home. But to answer the question, no it will not rust easily, but it will rust eventually over time if you abuse it. I do use the rack alot and it has the strength to last and last.
1746997
Mine is rusting & has been in damp weather only occasionally and only under a porch so l would say no, it will not hold up. Yes, regular clothespins will fit; the rungs are not very thick. In all, l would not recommend this rack. Mine is falling apart & it's so lightweight that it's constantly falling over. I bought it to replace a wooden one with white peeling paint but would rather have paint on my clothes than the dirt that has gotten on them when the rack blows over.
1697038
sorry i havent used it on bike rack but i can tell you that it went thru very strong winds and rain this last two weeks here in illinois you can check the really bad weather weve had here if you dont know
1647085
I have had mine on my jeep for about 7-8 months and I have little to no rust on some of the tie down hardware. This is a great rack and I recommend the basket extension kit if you have a full sized Truck or SUV. I was missing a little bit of the hardware so I contacted the manufacturer and they overnighted what I needed. Real good customer service!!!
1616836
I've used it in the rain with no problems. I wouldn't stick it under water or anything, but if it gets some water on it it should be fine.
594886
Yes, they will rust a bit if you don't open it and let it dry after coming in out of the rain. I used mine for commuting, and it would be in a plastic bag in my tote bag once I got on the train. If I forgot to open it up to dry once I got home the joints would rust if left wet overnight. My own fault of course, but sometimes you just forget things once you get home.
1025429
It will lose its finish and rust. It is not made to be in the direct sunlight or get wet. If you had it covered by a porch or something where it would get indirect sunlight and not be impacted by the weather it would probably be fine.
1342801
Yes to both questions. I bought this last year to go on my deck. It is out of the sun and doesn't get very wet when it rains. I did put a couple coats of Rustoleum clear paint on the shelf and the baskets before putting it outside and brought it inside over the winter. It's still in really good shape. I did repaint the stand with black Rustoleum before putting it out this year, because it was a little faded.
1407976
No it will rust in the rain. We turn ours on the end so no water stays on it. Spray a lubricant on seat screw so it doesn't corrode. Love ours, will be using it again soon.
204285
I've never used it outside, it doesn't get really hot , like in the European built in house towel racks, but I like my rack, it fits one large towel 2med size towel.