Is the material UV resistant? I bought a previous model and it disintegrated after a few months under the sun.
1390528
In the past mine have lasted about eighteen months in the Florida sun before fading, hardening and ripping. This last one has faded but not hardened after almost a year or so. I found the Brinkman lasts longer than any of the other brands I tried.
1390529
Well, mine is still water resistant, but it's changing color on the parts exposed to the sun, I hope it will not rote
1390530
I don't think so, as it fades to grey. I like it any way and have my second one. They last ~ 3 yrs.
1390531
No, it is not. I had to replace it just about once each season. I would not recommend it, unless you keep covered grill in a shaded/covered area. (Kind of ridiculous that you need some cover to protect a cover.)
1390532
So far we have had no problems with the cover. It is in the sun for most of the day.
1491350
I would say it is water resistant. But not water proof. I have mine in the garage and so can't speak with authority, but I feel the material would not hold up well to ambient UV.
366489
Hello, I find this cover to be of a great quality...it has been under intense sun, snow and wind. At the moment is not cracks or holes
2066257
After a little more than a year. We have had a little snow and some thick ice along with a very hot summer and with that summer weather comes a lot of sun and U.V. rays that can discolor plastics, especially white, and there has been no discoloration or distorting of our lamp post. It is interesting that I would be asked that question today since I just happened to walk out to inspect it yesterday evening. It has received compliments from strollers through the neighborhood all summer long. If I ever leave this home, I can definitely say that I will buy another to go with my next home. Please ask any further questions that you may have. Glad to answer.
1311101
It's water-resistant however, the impact of sun and moisture caused my cover to last just 12 months. The fabric became brittle and when removed and folded so the table could be used is split and tore and had to be replaced
1530563
No, the cover did not fade from the sun. It is an excellent cover. I'm glad I purchased this item.
772444
Yes, it is plastic, and quite sturdy. I am not sure of the grade of plastic, but I have had no problems with them. I have them mounted under our verandas as I think the plastic would not be so good if exposed to too much UV light. Living in Australia we have plenty of that.
1407666
Yes. I've had mine outside, with some sun exposure, and it holds up just fine.
2164167
Yes it is. We did spray a UVB and waterproofing protectant on it as well. Our firstnone faded reall bad in the hot sun. So. Hope this one will not do that
1203934
I have had my awning since March over a doorway facing west at the Beach with very brutal, direct afternoon sun everyday. I see no visible signs of fading - I love this awning and for the price, I think it's a good buy. Hope this helps.
1337313
The fabric seems to the a treated material not sure if nylon or light canvas type material. Is not plastic, seems to hold up well. When the sun finally ruins this one, I will try to buy this same type again.
364044
Cover fits very well and seems to be sturdy. I've had it for about 6 months and the only thing wrong is that it faded from the sun.
1841273
I concur with the answer from Nicolas. I highly recommend the product as you won't find one that is as sturdy and all metal and the plastic ones deteriorate in the sun.
1239283
I would say that it is not "Sunlight" (UV) resistant. It is clear and I believe that whatever you put into it will get sun burnt. Also the lid is not sealed, it is just slightly tight. I would not leave it outside.
56464
A note...the sun damaged the top plastic cover in just one year :( I'm trying to get it replaced so I can use it again this spring, but the producer hasn't called back. currently it wouldn't hold any heat, it would escape out the top :( just so you know! It worked beautifully the first year, but can't hold up to being left out in the summer sun.
552423
Like all other plastic, this cover will eventually disintegrate. I am having to replace my solar cover this year. Solar covers usually last 3 - 5 years.
917825
I think it might depend on, not only how long they are exposed to sunlight, but also other environmental factors (humidity and bioregion). The manufacturer claims that UV protection is included in the manufacture of the product, but research that I did suggests that they will still begin to deteriorate in a matter of months. Ours were out in the open for most of an Oregon summer filled with moist dirt, and seem to be ok so far.