Is this drafty? From either the frame or the door? I live in Minnesota. Need to know if this is is going to keep our cold winter out. Thanks
1750040
It can be around the frame, however if you use additional weather seals around the door it should be fine. We have yet to go through a winter with ours though. So far we are very pleased with our purchase.
1750041
Not through the frame. There is a seal kit available that could help keep out the cold. The door itself is made of a heavy material and has a magnet to help seal it.
1750042
It can be drafty. The flap is adequate but not made for Mn winter or even windy days. Expect to lose heat, lots of it if windy. Best to close it at night and when you can let the pet out youself.
981079
I purchased this last summer and was also unsure of how it would hold up. I have mine placed in a 3 season room and it is exposed to the elements. It has been snowed on, rained on and had the wind blowing very hard on it. Not sure where you are but here in Michigan, it has been one rough winter with the polar vortex. I must say that I could not be happier with how it looks and functions. We started our spring cleaning and did not see any weather wear on the wood or on the top. It looks just like it did when we purchased it - brand new!! Fabulous piece of furniture!!! Definitely worth purchasing!! I purchased this last summer and was also unsure of how it would hold up. I have mine placed in a 3 season room and it is exposed to the elements. It has been snowed on, rained on and had the wind blowing very hard on it. Not sure where you are but here in Michigan, it has been one rough winter with the polar vortex. I must say that I could not be happier with how it looks and functions. We started our spring cleaning and did not see any weather wear on the wood or on the top. It looks just like it did when we purchased it - brand new!! Fabulous piece of furniture!!! Definitely worth... » Read More I purchased this last summer and was also unsure of how it would hold up. I have mine placed in a 3 season room and it is exposed to the elements. It has been snowed on, rained on and had the wind blowing very hard on it. Not sure where you are but here in Michigan, it has been one rough winter with the polar vortex. I must say that I could not be happier with how it looks and functions. We started our spring cleaning and did not see any weather wear on the wood or on the top. It looks just like it did when we purchased it - brand new!! Fabulous piece of furniture!!! Definitely worth purchasing!! « Show Less
1247326
I have had mine up for a few weeks, it has not moved. It snowed where I live last night and still is stuck fast on the window. This seems, so far, like a very sturdy product.
230787
The frame will be fine, mine has been up since I bought it. However the cover will not hold up well to heavy snow, strong winds, or extended weather. If you plan to leave the cover on year round be sure to securely fasten the frame to the ground and expect to replace the cover the after a couple years.
385914
To: RaymondIn. my case over the course of this past winter no draft was present nor any circulation of forced air heating. So I have say that's not a factor. Once warmed drafts in fact are not a problem.
2192956
We live in Michigan & bought our fan a year ago. It stayed outside, uncovered but next to the house throughout the worst winter ever and it stil works just fine. My only regret is not to have bought 2 fans.... Good luck!
1006592
Mine seems to be standing up just fine and it remained outdoors all winter. Of course our winters are pretty mild compared to up north but I don't see any wear all the same.
537070
Being in Central California my temps don't get that cold. Actually, I haven't found the insulated door to make much difference, hot or cold. Does make the door a little more quiet tho.
821395
I already answered this. It does nothing to protect against cold air. It didn't fit my doors, and I use it now as a cat toy.
1209984
The flap isn't bad...if the weather is incorrigible, I just put the door on that closes the flap. The part that needs to be sealed well is the other side of the door where the two sliding doors overlap. Be sure that is sealed well or you will be heating the outdoors.
2078053
Send a note directly to the vendor. I asked the same question, but didn't save the response. I believe the 3 has a better doorway. It's worth it. Built well, packaged well. Weathered a few nice rainstorms, but have not gone thru the winter yet.
1313699
We live in Nebraska and we left the furniture outside over the winter. We left the cover on and it was fine. I will probably move it indoors next year (its super light and easy to move) to reduce wear and tear. However, it looks great this spring and seems quite durable.
78854
The frame fits in a standard door. The plastic flap was not very thick ...the wind blows it open.
1239862
We use ours on an interior porch that is not heated. It seems to stay warm enough but the opening on both sides may present issues with a continuous draft? I put a polartec blanket inside that partially covers back opening. It is lighter than wooden or heavy plastic houses so wind could be a factor as far as " blowing over". I would see this working in a semi protected area ( in an open port or garage or she'd, etc) . I am pleased with the house!
735261
The door is very nice. It hangs well, and looks much pricier than it was. Good luck!
31535
I live in the cold prairies of Canada and have one of these. The windows do not seem to fog much for me when I am plowing snow. I think that because it is not air tight, it doesn't fog much. As far as the cab being warmer, I would say that it is not. It's nice because you don't have the wind on you but there seems to be a decent gap from the bottom of the windshield part and my hood which let's in a little breeze. I'm not disappointed in it for the price. I would buy one again. Zippers on the doors seem to be good and install didn't take too long to figure out. Hopefully that helps a little...
672905
It's a side entry. Lay something in the bottom for insulation depending on how cold the climate gets where you are. It can get chilly.