Can you put it outside? Will it rust in the wet weather?
1034425
I have my shelves indoors, so I have no experience to draw from. However, reading F. Fish's comment seems as if they would work outdoors. Also, Jaison Banji's comment about them being stainless still and, by theory, shouldn't rust, makes sense. These shelves are really well made and I would be inclined to try them outdoors.
1034426
I bought mine specifically for outdoor use. My two shelves have served as mobile plant stands on my decks for several years, with no apparent damage of any kind noted thus far. We average ~50 inches of rain each year, 10 or so days over 100 degrees and another 20 or so where it's below freezing. Plus my shelves get dripped on all the time by the runoff when I water the potted plants they're holding. I use them as mobile greenhouses during the winter, stringing old Christmas lights on the racks (attached to a thermostat that turns them on at 34 degrees), covered with clear plastic to help hold the heat in (but allow the sunlight through). Works great! I bought mine specifically for outdoor use. My two shelves have served as mobile plant stands on my decks for several years, with no apparent damage of any kind noted thus far. We average ~50 inches of rain each year, 10 or so days over 100 degrees and another 20 or so where it's below freezing. Plus my shelves get dripped on all the time by the runoff when I water the potted plants they're holding. I use them as mobile greenhouses during the winter, stringing old Christmas lights on the racks (attached to a thermostat that turns them on at 34 degrees), covered with clear plastic to help... » Read More I bought mine specifically for outdoor use. My two shelves have served as mobile plant stands on my decks for several years, with no apparent damage of any kind noted thus far. We average ~50 inches of rain each year, 10 or so days over 100 degrees and another 20 or so where it's below freezing. Plus my shelves get dripped on all the time by the runoff when I water the potted plants they're holding. I use them as mobile greenhouses during the winter, stringing old Christmas lights on the racks (attached to a thermostat that turns them on at 34 degrees), covered with clear plastic to help hold the heat in (but allow the sunlight through). Works great! « Show Less
1034427
I would not leave it exposed to weather. It will eventually show corrosion.
1034428
I have it inside, so can't say by experience. However, this is stainless steel, and by theory, it will not rust.
1034429
I would assume, like any metal object, if it gets wet or put in any moist area, it will rust. My suggestion to you is: if you need something for outside, stick with plastic.
1335126
yes, Don't let that deter your purchase. Being in a wet environment it will not rust or corrode.
1162495
I am using it outdoors. And no problem so far. The entire contain is hard plastic so it will not rust.
756039
Ours is indoor, but I would think it has the potential to rust outdoors. Maybe a large blue tarp from home depot and a couple of bungee cords would work to cover it?
999723
Mine in hung outside the shower area. It is chrome though so it shouldn't rust.
1902716
I think it could be mounted outdoors easily. That said, you might risk rust in a few places where the gate latches.
1410871
Surely you jest! It's made primarily for mugs and such, so I hardly think since mugs may be wet, the company would hardly make the stand of something that would rust, especially at 40 bucks a pop!The answer is NO ~ it won't rust! Maybe if you leave it out in the rain a few years.....
1325550
Sure you can but its not going to last as long. It will rust eventually. If you need to store it outside I suggest getting a grill or lawnmower tarp to cover it and keep the elements off. You buy a cheap one on here for like $8.
223579
I imagine that it would rust if left outdoors. I use mine in my utility room and have had no problems.
440609
Hi Larry, not sure if it would rust! Nice idea though, as long as it says dry--might work!
1109265
I would say no as it would eventually rust if left outside. We use ours in the garage to store cs of beverages. We wheel it to the back of the car and load it and wheel it back in place.
364540
It could be mounted on the outside. I'm not positive if its water resistan but If it is I'm sure it will probably rust a little. I have little tit on my windows and mounted it inside and it's extremely bright even through the tint!
816543
yes it can be use outdoor. But keep in mind its rust resistance and not rust prove. So, eventually after years of usage it will rust.
2114241
It would do fine outside. It will not rust. The UV may degrade the plastic after a while but should hold up fine for a long while. Been using mine to access my boat this past summer and has held up great so far.
219677
I have one, It's not meant to be used Outside. Certainly if you put it outside, it will work, but I wouldn't want to get it wet or leave it exposed to extreme weather. I don't see it being capable of withstanding the elements.
1696069
I would not recommend you leave this outside, the wood would probably warp and likely the metal will rust over time.
212510
I would say no, unless the outdoor area is covered. The bottom section is metal and may rust.