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...
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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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My best guess is that the vinyl wrapping material will last about 6 months before stretching out making a larger roll than original. I've used my current one since May of this year. It seems to be outlasting another one by a different mfr which is already stretched out of shape after only a month. The print is wearing off somewhat; but, that is to be expected. It is still working, ad for the price I am happy with it.
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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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I would say it's in the middle of those two options. It's good quality and not paper thin. The one I bought for my father-in-law is still intact after almost two years.
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Hi Sierra, the quality is comparable to some of the better-vinyl shower curtains found at Target-level stores. As for the thickness, I wish I had a .mil rating with which to offer you a quantitative answer. However, I can tell you that whie I do use a clear liner with mine (to keep the curtain itself cleaner/decrease laundering), due to the curtain's frosted background, you may find a liner to be unnecessary. NB: After nearly one year, my PEVa-Owl-curtain has held-up very nicely thru several trips in the gentle cycle. Colours remain bright, and the article continues to add a delightful, whimsical air to the bathroom where it hangs. --C.C., Amazon Prime Member-Reviewer
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It IS plastic...But it isn't sturdy or strong. Sheet plastic, sure. Hard plastic? no
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Yes, its pretty sturdy, has a solid zipper, and does a real good job keeping off the rain. I advise you to coat the outside and especially the seams with a water repellent spray (sold at Walmart and most camping/outdoor places).I have had it since last Nov and it folds up nice and compact, and is a quick set once you do it. So my only complaint is that the bottom of the opening has NO ZIPPER! (go figure right?) so I bought some 2" velcro adhesive tape (again Walmart) and velco taped the bottom of the 'door' to the lip at the bottom floor. The very top has started to fade a little now from sun. Hope this is helpful. Yes, its pretty sturdy, has a solid zipper, and does a real good job keeping off the rain. I advise you to coat the outside and especially the seams with a water repellent spray (sold at Walmart and most camping/outdoor places).I have had it since last Nov and it folds up nice and compact, and is a quick set once you do it. So my only complaint is that the bottom of the opening has NO ZIPPER! (go figure right?) so I bought some 2" velcro adhesive tape (again Walmart) and velco taped the bottom of the 'door' to the lip at the bottom floor. The very top has started to fade a little now... » Read More Yes, its pretty sturdy, has a solid zipper, and does a real good job keeping off the rain. I advise you to coat the outside and especially the seams with a water repellent spray (sold at Walmart and most camping/outdoor places).I have had it since last Nov and it folds up nice and compact, and is a quick set once you do it. So my only complaint is that the bottom of the opening has NO ZIPPER! (go figure right?) so I bought some 2" velcro adhesive tape (again Walmart) and velco taped the bottom of the 'door' to the lip at the bottom floor. The very top has started to fade a little now from sun. Hope this is helpful. « Show Less
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The one I received from Bayside was a Sam's Club knock-off which was not a UV 50 rated and was lighter in weight and less grass than the true tiki umbrellas. I am a beach vendor and rely on a strong umbrella with great sun protection and I was so disappointed to receive this one. It blew away in a mild wind whereas the true Tiki stays in place. Neither umbrella survives heavy wind if open and would fall over if closed. The rain would eventually destroy the grass and UV protection so I have always taken mine down immediately and stored in a dry place. Using daily, the true Tiki's last two years or so but by then are looking ragged. I am next to the beach though and wind is commonplace. The one I received from Bayside was a Sam's Club knock-off which was not a UV 50 rated and was lighter in weight and less grass than the true tiki umbrellas. I am a beach vendor and rely on a strong umbrella with great sun protection and I was so disappointed to receive this one. It blew away in a mild wind whereas the true Tiki stays in place. Neither umbrella survives heavy wind if open and would fall over if closed. The rain would eventually destroy the grass and UV protection so I have always taken mine down immediately and stored in a dry place. Using daily, the true Tiki's last two... » Read More The one I received from Bayside was a Sam's Club knock-off which was not a UV 50 rated and was lighter in weight and less grass than the true tiki umbrellas. I am a beach vendor and rely on a strong umbrella with great sun protection and I was so disappointed to receive this one. It blew away in a mild wind whereas the true Tiki stays in place. Neither umbrella survives heavy wind if open and would fall over if closed. The rain would eventually destroy the grass and UV protection so I have always taken mine down immediately and stored in a dry place. Using daily, the true Tiki's last two years or so but by then are looking ragged. I am next to the beach though and wind is commonplace. « Show Less
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I was also considering this product for keeping rain out but if it doesn't do that I won't bother... Anybody had any experience with rain? Is it actually waterproof?
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I have the opaque white one, it's awesome! Strong against the wind and easy to put up. Go with Velcro, they should make velcro for the doors too because the zippers are disfunctional. That's the only issue I've had tho, plastic zippers are just not gonna work for long. All in all this is the best G-house out there for the price, hands down. King Canopy has made a highly affordable tool for gardeners of all kinds, given how important independant food production has become I think King Canopy should get a humanitarian award because this G-house is that good of a product @ a possible price, even for low income families. I have the opaque white one, it's awesome! Strong against the wind and easy to put up. Go with Velcro, they should make velcro for the doors too because the zippers are disfunctional. That's the only issue I've had tho, plastic zippers are just not gonna work for long. All in all this is the best G-house out there for the price, hands down. King Canopy has made a highly affordable tool for gardeners of all kinds, given how important independant food production has become I think King Canopy should get a humanitarian award because this G-house is that good of a product @ a possible price,... » Read More I have the opaque white one, it's awesome! Strong against the wind and easy to put up. Go with Velcro, they should make velcro for the doors too because the zippers are disfunctional. That's the only issue I've had tho, plastic zippers are just not gonna work for long. All in all this is the best G-house out there for the price, hands down. King Canopy has made a highly affordable tool for gardeners of all kinds, given how important independant food production has become I think King Canopy should get a humanitarian award because this G-house is that good of a product @ a possible price, even for low income families. « Show Less
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Its got sum waterproofing on it ,you can tell bcuz wen i was camping w/this particular tent u could see the raindrops run off a lil bit ,but there is so much stitching in my opinion that there wasnt enuff coating of water proof .if i were u i would jus buy the canvas type teepees bcuz i actually been in one and it stays completely dry,but u hav2 hav a fire going for it to stay that way when it is raining .
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I've only had my Queen cover & split box spring covers since Jan., but the fabric is tightly woven & the construction seems VERY durable to me. The sides & bottom are of the same fabric (for mattress cover) and when pulled have a bit of a stretch to them -and the sides are pulled /kept together by a zipper on all 3 sides. The construction is superb. It seems logical with the tightness of the zipper joining the fabric (so no bugs come thru the stitching around the cover sides) that normal wear & tear from adult weight & kids tossing & turning on your mattress would NOT result in tearing. It was hard for us to zip it up (it takes two people) and the fabric was strong - if it were weak fabric, we would have seen small tears around where it was sewn due to our handling to make sure the twin box springs (& queen mattress cover) were tight & secure. I've also sewn clothes & repaired my kids clothes most of my life, and this product's fabric feels & seems quite durable. Q: Is your wood platform surface unfinished or does it have a rough surface that could produce splinters or tearing in the fabric's bottom, if there was lots of movement (e.g., jumping by kids) that could produce sliding of the mattress on the platform during use? How smooth is your large sheet of wood to touch? If it is not rough, you should have no problems. If you still have doubts, I'd suggest you contact the company directly if you are really concerned. The company should be able to give you the technical fabric specs (e.g., just like threads count for sheets determine their durability). Hope this helps.
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That is a tough question. I can tell you the material is a woven mesh both inside and out. There isn't that plastic on the inside that gets brittle in the cold and breaks apart. We get some snow here but haven't had any recently so tough to judge. We do get a lot of rain and it is doing well in that. Also the colors faded much faster than I expected.
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Hi, Rebecca. This case is awesome in many ways. Is it water resistant? I would say no. As an avid hiker and back country camper, I've had the opportunity to test (and need) a lot of of water resistant gear. Water has an incredible capacity to soak through materials that seem, at first glance, to appear water resistant. I feel this is the case with this product. My case is sturdy, and lives in my day pack, but if it's raining, it's going inside a water proof pouch. The shell is made of molded EVA-plastic, but water can easily seep into the seams at the corners and the zippers. Hope this helped. Hi, Rebecca. This case is awesome in many ways. Is it water resistant? I would say no. As an avid hiker and back country camper, I've had the opportunity to test (and need) a lot of of water resistant gear. Water has an incredible capacity to soak through materials that seem, at first glance, to appear water resistant. I feel this is the case with this product. My case is sturdy, and lives in my day pack, but if it's raining, it's going inside a water proof pouch. The shell is made of molded EVA-plastic, but water can easily seep into the seams at the corners and the zippers. Hope this helped.
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I've had mine only 5 months, but I can tell the quality is substantially better than the vinyl-exterior covers I've had before--the ones that would crack after just one season. This one has vinyl on the interior (so as to be watertight), but the exterior is a material that appears will last at least a few years.
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No matter what tent u have to secure the sides. We used straps that hooked to cement blocks and only had 3 sides on. Believe it or not the front part helped with the wind and rain. I just have to make sure it dosent keep water. The thickness is pretty good. Not not thin like most of the ones I have looked at. It's not as thick as I thought it was going to be from the add. Yes I think this tent will last. I also like the fact u can put it at different hights and still have the sides on.
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I don't think it's cardboard - I think it's strengthened plastic that is sturdier than cardboard. I like it fine, except the suction cups get in my way sometimes. The only thing missing - that used to be on cardboard windshield sunshades - is "please call the police"