I want to use it outside on my deck. Has anyone done this and will it rust?
387396
It doesn't seem like an outdoor gate. The metal is not thick, nor powder coated. I wouldn't place it outdoors.
387397
I have had my gate outside for several months and it has not rusted. It would not stay in place because the tension releases when the gate opens, so I used heavy duty zip ties to secure it. Not it works great!
1395346
The one I purchased has been outside on patio for 7 months. It has not rusted.
1601527
I would not - it looks like it would rust easily if it is exposed to rain or a high amount of moisture.
1162495
I am using it outdoors. And no problem so far. The entire contain is hard plastic so it will not rust.
1342801
Yes to both questions. I bought this last year to go on my deck. It is out of the sun and doesn't get very wet when it rains. I did put a couple coats of Rustoleum clear paint on the shelf and the baskets before putting it outside and brought it inside over the winter. It's still in really good shape. I did repaint the stand with black Rustoleum before putting it out this year, because it was a little faded.
1146843
no, mine as been outside since i bought it and there is no rust. i have had this for close to one year outside, hope this is helpful
655225
I dn't think it will rust but it is VERY difficult to put up!! I would not buy it again
634837
It is all aluminum so it want rust. I have left ours outside many a night by accident and it is still like new. It is easy to move so I try to remember to bring it in. Even though it is built extremely well and it aluminum I would still recommend bringing it in when not in use. It only makes common sense that less anything is out in the elements the longer it will last.
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.
1775477
I've encountered no rust problems as yet. I've had mine for several months and it's been under the patio the entire time.
1531480
I have the copper finish model. It is two or three years old and has no significant rust. It is kept outdoors on a covered deck from mid October through March in North Florida, lots of humidity! So far so good.
212510
I would say no, unless the outdoor area is covered. The bottom section is metal and may rust.
363908
It is says it can be used outdoors . I would use it in a green house. However, I haven't had mine a year and the bottom shelf rusted out. Next time I will spray it with Rustoleum before I put it out on my porch. Wouldn't buy this one again.
115919
I believe the trolley is brass, not iron, so it will likely not "rust", but might get some copper/brass corrosion eventually. However, keep in mind that it is meant for plants, and will therefore come in contact with water. If you're planning to use it outside (I assume for the summer), wipe it down with an oily rag and spray the casters and their posts (which can rust!) with some WD-40 before using it... and again at the end of the season when you bring it back indoors. It should last for years with this simple care... I hope this is helpful.
1566114
I'm not sure. Mine is outside and we've had a lot of rain.....so far no rust.
223579
I imagine that it would rust if left outdoors. I use mine in my utility room and have had no problems.
1397306
It can be stored outside, but it is metal so it will rust if it is exposed to the elements, I would cover it with a tarp or keep it under a porch if possible