Some folks say that it is great and sturdy and other say it's a super thin plastic sheet that doesn't repel rain.. Is there more than one vendor selling it which might explain the WIDE difference in quality? Or is it just one vendor and for some reason the large swings in quality are due to individual interprestion... Basically am I better off covering it with a 2$ paint tarp from the hardware store or taking my chances on spendingover 20 bucks and getting what amounts to a plastic tablecloth with elastic that looks like it came from the dollar store? Some folks say that it is great and sturdy and other say it's a super thin plastic sheet that doesn't repel rain.. Is there more than one vendor selling it which might explain the WIDE... » Read More Some folks say that it is great and sturdy and other say it's a super thin plastic sheet that doesn't repel rain.. Is there more than one vendor selling it which might explain the WIDE difference in quality? Or is it just one vendor and for some reason the large swings in quality are due to individual interprestion... Basically am I better off covering it with a 2$ paint tarp from the hardware store or taking my chances on spendingover 20 bucks and getting what amounts to a plastic tablecloth with elastic that looks like it came from the dollar store? « Show Less
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Mine seems quite cheap, and I can not imagine that it will make it through the season and even one winter. I am inclined to use a tarp myself, but the cover is still functional. At this point, I don't know whether to recommend it or not, but I can certainly tell you that the cover seems thin and fragile, and is nothing like my thick Weber grill cover that is 4 or 5 times as large and at least 4x as thick - for only twice the price. I'll update this when the cover fails. Wish I could shed more light on this for you. I also wish that I could find the original listing for the Big Sky Fire Pit that I specifically ordered, since it indicated that it came with a cover, which is certainly not the case! Mine seems quite cheap, and I can not imagine that it will make it through the season and even one winter. I am inclined to use a tarp myself, but the cover is still functional. At this point, I don't know whether to recommend it or not, but I can certainly tell you that the cover seems thin and fragile, and is nothing like my thick Weber grill cover that is 4 or 5 times as large and at least 4x as thick - for only twice the price. I'll update this when the cover fails. Wish I could shed more light on this for you. I also wish that I could find the original listing for the Big Sky Fire Pit... » Read More Mine seems quite cheap, and I can not imagine that it will make it through the season and even one winter. I am inclined to use a tarp myself, but the cover is still functional. At this point, I don't know whether to recommend it or not, but I can certainly tell you that the cover seems thin and fragile, and is nothing like my thick Weber grill cover that is 4 or 5 times as large and at least 4x as thick - for only twice the price. I'll update this when the cover fails. Wish I could shed more light on this for you. I also wish that I could find the original listing for the Big Sky Fire Pit that I specifically ordered, since it indicated that it came with a cover, which is certainly not the case! « Show Less
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I have had no problems with the cover. It is not a super thin plastic sheet, it is very sturdy. I live were it rains a lot and I have not had any issues with it leaking or causing any rust to the pit.
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I think there must be different quality per bender. I was satisfied with the one I bought. But it won't last for years. A heavy duty blue tarp warped with a bungy cord will last longer and keep the pit dryer. But the cover really looks better.
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A $2 paint tarp will probably work better as far as being sturdy, guess it's up to you as to what you want it took like when not in use. The cover seems sturdy but it is thin and I was/am concerned it could tear easily. So far, so good, we've had it a few weeks. Hard rain will get through it though.
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It is a very thin piece of plastic. I was afraid it would tear just putting it on. I live in Arizona and thought I would last about a week and a half in the Arizona summer sun. It simply did not look or feel very sturdy.
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We have had great success with ours. The fire pit and cover sits in the Tennessee sun and has held up quite well for the last 5 months
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We've had monsoons this summer in AZ with very strong dust storms and rain. The sun sail had held up great, it has a little slack in the line that needs tightening but that's from the line used to string it up, not the tarp itself.
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The materials are fine. My only problems is design. The rainfly attaches by elastic straps with hooks as oppose to straps with clips found on more expensive tents. Also, this tent is HEAVY! Fiberglass poles are heavier than aluminum and Coleman uses a tarp-like material for the floor. The floor, though probably tougher than most adds weight. It seems to be a very capable and sturdy tent that should last for years if you can deal with the weight and design issues. My biggest issues are; the poles have to be fed through LONG sleeves, and the door is ridiculously short (you have to crawl in). On the upside, the tent goes up relatively easy and has plenty of guy outs. It's also very roomy for a 7x8. Hope this helps.
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That's what I'm using mine for. I couldn't find any other option for a good cover besides this one meant for trailering. Mine has seen a few months outside and still looks like new. It fits really well and is high quality. I've had other covers for my other equipment that didn't last 2 seasons and almost immediately showed sun damage. I'd bet this one will last many seasons based on obvious difference in quality. I've gotten a couple of favorable comments from those that see it. It is expensive and it looks so. I'm also impressed with how well the rain water rolls off the top and come to think of it I don't think there is anywhere for rain water to puddle which is always a challenge with covers That's what I'm using mine for. I couldn't find any other option for a good cover besides this one meant for trailering. Mine has seen a few months outside and still looks like new. It fits really well and is high quality. I've had other covers for my other equipment that didn't last 2 seasons and almost immediately showed sun damage. I'd bet this one will last many seasons based on obvious difference in quality. I've gotten a couple of favorable comments from those that see it. It is expensive and it looks so. I'm also impressed with how well the rain water rolls off the top and come to... » Read More That's what I'm using mine for. I couldn't find any other option for a good cover besides this one meant for trailering. Mine has seen a few months outside and still looks like new. It fits really well and is high quality. I've had other covers for my other equipment that didn't last 2 seasons and almost immediately showed sun damage. I'd bet this one will last many seasons based on obvious difference in quality. I've gotten a couple of favorable comments from those that see it. It is expensive and it looks so. I'm also impressed with how well the rain water rolls off the top and come to think of it I don't think there is anywhere for rain water to puddle which is always a challenge with covers « Show Less
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Hi Sandra, Yes that is the same sheet I received as well. Actually, I just threw the sheet down and looked at the parts and thought about how it should come together. The hardest part for me was dealing with the actual size and weight of the umbrella. It really is worth all the effort. Hope this helps. Linda Leamon
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It doesn't look to me like it would be good for outdoors. Possibly for a one time thing if the weather is perfect, but the material almost has the look and feel of a light weight canvas that has been painted with an ultra white film. Personally I would keep looking. I do have some scrap and I could send you a piece.
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I just posted a review that should help, I no longer have the paper that came with the mattress, but I believe you can get the material from their website, it is a non-toxic plastic. and is very thick for a clear plastic sheet. I really cannot think of something comparable, thicker than a heavy duty freezer ziplock I believe, but not as thick as say an office chair mat. I was not disappointed with the money I spend on this purchase. Quite the contrary, I was extremely pleased with it. and still wonder why there is no law requiring hospitals to provide these and training on their installation and use to every new parent. I just posted a review that should help, I no longer have the paper that came with the mattress, but I believe you can get the material from their website, it is a non-toxic plastic. and is very thick for a clear plastic sheet. I really cannot think of something comparable, thicker than a heavy duty freezer ziplock I believe, but not as thick as say an office chair mat. I was not disappointed with the money I spend on this purchase. Quite the contrary, I was extremely pleased with it. and still wonder why there is no law requiring hospitals to provide these and training on their... » Read More I just posted a review that should help, I no longer have the paper that came with the mattress, but I believe you can get the material from their website, it is a non-toxic plastic. and is very thick for a clear plastic sheet. I really cannot think of something comparable, thicker than a heavy duty freezer ziplock I believe, but not as thick as say an office chair mat. I was not disappointed with the money I spend on this purchase. Quite the contrary, I was extremely pleased with it. and still wonder why there is no law requiring hospitals to provide these and training on their installation and use to every new parent. « Show Less
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I wondered the same thing before I bought this last year. I found a replacement canopy on the ShelterLogic website for $24.99. I didn't want to get stuck with another canopy that I couldn't replace the top. It also appears that a tarp with grommets might work as a cover, although I haven't tried it. I've only used mine for one season and the cover is still in great condition. I wish it was a darker color, though. http://www.shelterlogic.com/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductId=0c23cc52-9793-4244-887b-9e0c00a57642
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honestly i wouldn't, it is really just stretched canvas with photograph printed onto the canvas, typical home decor. I think that it may not be sturdy enough. If you live somewhere moderate in climate year round and plan to have it on a covered patio that does not get to much sun (since it is not made for outdoors will almost defiantly fade in direct sun) and is not exposed to the elements, Maybe? But if you decide to do it, be prepared that you could spend the money and have it not last long. I have mine on a big wall in my living room and love it, I get complements all the time. I hope this helps! honestly i wouldn't, it is really just stretched canvas with photograph printed onto the canvas, typical home decor. I think that it may not be sturdy enough. If you live somewhere moderate in climate year round and plan to have it on a covered patio that does not get to much sun (since it is not made for outdoors will almost defiantly fade in direct sun) and is not exposed to the elements, Maybe? But if you decide to do it, be prepared that you could spend the money and have it not last long. I have mine on a big wall in my living room and love it, I get complements all the time. I hope... » Read More honestly i wouldn't, it is really just stretched canvas with photograph printed onto the canvas, typical home decor. I think that it may not be sturdy enough. If you live somewhere moderate in climate year round and plan to have it on a covered patio that does not get to much sun (since it is not made for outdoors will almost defiantly fade in direct sun) and is not exposed to the elements, Maybe? But if you decide to do it, be prepared that you could spend the money and have it not last long. I have mine on a big wall in my living room and love it, I get complements all the time. I hope this helps! « Show Less
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The tent held up pretty well. It was unfortunately stormy when I used it, but we were nice and dry inside. It doesn't hold heat very well, due to the ventilation, so I wouldn't recommend it for colder weather. The front canopy over the door stayed in place fairly well. I had to re stake it after the rain soaked the ground, but only in a couple spots. The bottom of the tent held up nicely against any flooding our campsite got, and didn't tear from the cot we were using. I was really surprised at how well we stayed dry, we were expecting warm dry weather and got a sudden rainstorm that lasted all weekend. The tent held up pretty well. It was unfortunately stormy when I used it, but we were nice and dry inside. It doesn't hold heat very well, due to the ventilation, so I wouldn't recommend it for colder weather. The front canopy over the door stayed in place fairly well. I had to re stake it after the rain soaked the ground, but only in a couple spots. The bottom of the tent held up nicely against any flooding our campsite got, and didn't tear from the cot we were using. I was really surprised at how well we stayed dry, we were expecting warm dry weather and got a sudden rainstorm that lasted... » Read More The tent held up pretty well. It was unfortunately stormy when I used it, but we were nice and dry inside. It doesn't hold heat very well, due to the ventilation, so I wouldn't recommend it for colder weather. The front canopy over the door stayed in place fairly well. I had to re stake it after the rain soaked the ground, but only in a couple spots. The bottom of the tent held up nicely against any flooding our campsite got, and didn't tear from the cot we were using. I was really surprised at how well we stayed dry, we were expecting warm dry weather and got a sudden rainstorm that lasted all weekend. « Show Less
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I tried to look up the description of the material but couldn't find any. If I had to describe it, I would say a very durable vinyl. We had a big wind storm come through the area, and it didn't rip or tear. I'm very satisfied with the buy and think it was a good purchase for the cost.
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I have a similar Suisse Sport tent... the 9x7. The reason they are cheaper is because the material is thinner and more susceptible to ripping if you get a little rough with it, or stake it out too tightly. They are good tents though, lots of windows compared to some of the more expensive tents. If you waterproof the seams, and don't stretch the tent out too tightly, it will NOT leak. They keep the heat in very well too. Never buy a tent that doesn't have screened windows on all four sides. The number one sign of a cheaply made tent, regardless of the price, is the absence of windows on all four sides. If they scrimped in that area, they will have scrimped in others! Make sure the rain fly points extend out far enough to where a vertical line from the point to the ground exceeds the width of the tent at the lowest point of the windows.
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I wouldn't describe it as cheap plastic at all. I believe it's canvas if a sort. It's a quality product, good seams, good construction. I have a bow rider and when we get rain here it rains fast. I probably had a couple hundred pounds of water in the front section and it didn't leak at all. Had to siphon the water out as it was too heavy to try and just push out by hand. Also the straps are attached well as they've never given up even with that much weight.
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Hi Joe -Just FYI, I ordered and returned this item 3 times. I recieved 2 of the three cracked and one was not obvious and leaked all over my table. There was a hair line crack around the spicket. It held approximately 2gallons. It looks great, just be sure to place it on a placemat or something like that. The silver stand that it is in has a hole in it so if it is leaking you won't be able to tell until you lift it up. Save the box! Best,Tara
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Hello, thanks for your question. I already use the cover for several years, and I like it - it does what is was made for. The cover makes all piece (computer and cover) a bit bigger and heavier - I think there are materials that could make this cover thinner, but I don't really much care about this. By the way - there are little kind of hook-edge to fix the cover to the computer, so one of those is partially broken - and that happened when I was lifting open computer grabbing close to the corner.... Otherwise - I'd give 4 of 5 stars for this product. Thanks. And Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Hello, thanks for your question. I already use the cover for several years, and I like it - it does what is was made for. The cover makes all piece (computer and cover) a bit bigger and heavier - I think there are materials that could make this cover thinner, but I don't really much care about this. By the way - there are little kind of hook-edge to fix the cover to the computer, so one of those is partially broken - and that happened when I was lifting open computer grabbing close to the corner.... Otherwise - I'd give 4 of 5 stars for this product. Thanks. And Merry Christmas and Happy... » Read More Hello, thanks for your question. I already use the cover for several years, and I like it - it does what is was made for. The cover makes all piece (computer and cover) a bit bigger and heavier - I think there are materials that could make this cover thinner, but I don't really much care about this. By the way - there are little kind of hook-edge to fix the cover to the computer, so one of those is partially broken - and that happened when I was lifting open computer grabbing close to the corner.... Otherwise - I'd give 4 of 5 stars for this product. Thanks. And Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! « Show Less
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It's a CHEAP plastic tablecloth with a piece of elastic around the edge of it. Wouldn't even fit my 48" patio table. Mine is holding up really well in the rain, in the trash can behind my house!
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Sides come along with it. I've now set this up for three different parties, but I haven't used the sides as all the events were during warm dry weather. The sides are made of the same thick quality vinyl that the tent is made out of. The ropes are also included. We've been very pleased. To rent a tent of this size and quality is about $450 here locally. We partnered with two other families who we knew would use a party tent for graduations last year. Having 3 families each use it once actually saved us each about 50% off what we individually would have paid to rent a tent like this just one time. Sides come along with it. I've now set this up for three different parties, but I haven't used the sides as all the events were during warm dry weather. The sides are made of the same thick quality vinyl that the tent is made out of. The ropes are also included. We've been very pleased. To rent a tent of this size and quality is about $450 here locally. We partnered with two other families who we knew would use a party tent for graduations last year. Having 3 families each use it once actually saved us each about 50% off what we individually would have paid to rent a tent like this just one... » Read More Sides come along with it. I've now set this up for three different parties, but I haven't used the sides as all the events were during warm dry weather. The sides are made of the same thick quality vinyl that the tent is made out of. The ropes are also included. We've been very pleased. To rent a tent of this size and quality is about $450 here locally. We partnered with two other families who we knew would use a party tent for graduations last year. Having 3 families each use it once actually saved us each about 50% off what we individually would have paid to rent a tent like this just one time. « Show Less