How does this item hold up to being outside in the sun, heat and rain? How many years would it last approx. being outside with normal use?
523584
Its almost indestructible! I've had it for 3 years and we use it a lot in the spring, summer and fall and it is sturdy. I've used it for my daughters birthday parties. One party and the bouncy paid for itself with what it costs to rent them. Be sure it is dried good before packing it up because it will get mildew spots.
572638
I don't think it would last very long if it was directly exposed to rain and sun. It would be fine outside under a covered patio.
790749
holds up well. if too long in heat...may loose shape, so put in shade for awhile...then ok.
942713
I've had mine outside for a few months. It is placed in the shade. I sweep it off with a broom. It appears to be holding up well.
4417
Mainly camp in wooded areas, so I can't really speak to how hot it gets in direct sun with no wind. We did put it up a few times in an open spot. I found it to be one of the best items we have bought. Sturdy and it is all mesh except for the roof. The walls are nearly perpendicular. So headspace even if it rains. But it isn't really a dark color. It's a light greenish tan. Like the definition of khaki. So I guess I have not found this to be an issue.
1775661
I've had mine for over a year and it still works good even in the Arizona sun. If you're looking for minimal protection like to just keep things out of the elements this will work good. If you want some sort of anti theft protection look elsewhere. Hope this helps.
670883
Yes- It it thin-ish plastic, so it won't hold up as long as it would inside, but it can take some rain and sun. I bet that you'd get a summer or two out of it outdoors. My nephews bring theirs inside from time-to-time and it's held up very well.
1988915
That is a question the manufacturer would have to answer. We have owned ours for 3 years and remain very satisfied. It is outside, but under cover, so I am unable to comment about how it weathers.
2067476
I bought this maybe 6 months ago. It has rained some since then & it's still working, so far, so good. I will have to see in the long run how it hold up. Where I live it doesn't rain much. However, it's in the sun a lot & that hasn't affected it.
1305760
Install outdoors-not protection from rain. Over 2 years, no problem yet. I am satisfied with this item.
1477450
If you keep it out of direct sun and take it in during bad weather it should last you for many years to come.
1361120
I've owned mine for close to 4 years and used it hundreds of times. Even though I run it outside (in Florida, where the humidity is high), I have not had any problems with it. Overall, I'd say it's built really well.
224768
We've had ours for about 7 months. It doesn't get rained on or direct light, but we have recently endured temps with a wind chill of -47 degrees and it has never failed. We love it!!
273790
It is ok. It will hold up a little bit but not forever. The sun and rain will eventually make it rot as it does with everything. We live in southwest Florida and even our patio umbrellas get dry rot.
699084
I leave it outside all summer. Has held up well. I took it in for the winter though.
1412197
I've had it in the sun/rain for about 1 year now and I can see some minor weathering on it, but it is very minor and still holding up extremely well.
380775
We have had it for several years and haven't had any trouble. It gets full afternoon sun. Has worked well and is very reliable.