Can I use these outside on a porch under an easement?
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From the Polk website:Rustproof stainless steel hardware, durable butyl rubber surrounds and powder coated aluminum (in-ceiling) & painted steel (in-wall) grilles make RCi Series speakers suitable for high moisture areas like bathrooms, transitional spaces or even under eaves or in the ceiling of an enclosed porch. (RCi series are not suitable for exposed outdoor use. For outdoor speaker fun, use our Atrium® Series.)
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I don't think you should use these outside. They would not be protected from the elements.They may last a year or two days depending on how wet they got. Polk Audio sells outside speakers for all seasons. Unfortunately the don't recess but they sound great.
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Don't know-- we use them in the kitchen. I suppose it should be fine as long as they stay dry.
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Im not sure but i would make sure you have something that allows for weather changes and humidity etc,
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Yes, they should be fine. The RC6s are moisture-resistant allowing for safe use in bathrooms, kitchens, saunas, and under outdoor eaves. I don't know what you winters are like so extreme cold might cause problems. We have one in each bathroom.
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No, I don't think they would be good for outdoor use unless you were using them in a completely enclosed porch where they would not be exposed to the weather. If they got wet they would not dry out properly.
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I think so. You can use it off the porch beside the steps. I dont see why you couldnt use ir over them. But that's prob no more than bout 4 steps.
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I have ours installed outside. They are under a covered patio and go into a protected portion of the ceiling. Have the installed for over a year and no issues.
2147770
As long as your surface is flat it shouldn't present a problem. And I would be sure to put weedblocker beneath them.
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Well... you CAN install them outside, they are not however waterproof nor outdoor rated from what I have seen. The wire connections would most likely develop corrosion over time, and eventually compromise the quality. I can say that these speakers are amazing, and I cannot fathom how that are at the price point they are. I would say that if you are looking at an area under an over hang, where they would not be in direct contact with the elements that you could seal them fairly well to extend their life... and they're cheap enough that it wouldn't break the bank to replace them.
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These lights are not meant for outdoor use, as they are not sealed to keep moisture out. You may be able to use them under an overhang where they are protected from the weather but they wouldn't last long where I live in New England.
875538
Do not install them outside without being under a roof overhang, porch or some kind of shelter.
1687109
No, these are not rated for outdoor use. If you have any other questions just let us know!
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I would not run a snow blower over them. I only had one night when the wind was blowing really bad and it was snowing, it iced up a little on the steps, but not the porch. They keep it warm enough to keep the snow off, that is the purpose of having them. I am glad I got them. I screwed them down on my wooden patio, if you are putting them on cement, you would have to connect them to wire or something and anchor them to the ground so they won't blow off. Hope I've helped?
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I've been able to use these on my outdoor deck, but I would only do so if there is minimal moisture and the light fixture is covered.
1890925
just put mine up but I plan on keeping them up all year. Im in PA so it will get crappy outside but they are "outdoor" speakers so if you can mount them under something for alittle protection they should be ok. They sound great for the $$ by the way.
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I think so. You have to have the cushions in to be comfortable, but I use them on my front porch and I love them!
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Well i have mine installed under my porch and under my carport so i'm saying yes!!! Hope this helps!
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i would NOT install them on your outside deck. we used them for our basement stairs, inside the house.
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It would depend how rough the surface is. If it's not too rough, you'd be fine. If you're concerned, you could put something over them.
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I'm sorry, they are not constructed for outdoor use. Thanks for the question. ted