What are these made of? Will they deteriorate in the rain? Thanks.
1811084
they look like some type of paper. They have been under the eaves of my roof for two years. They are great and do not kill or harm bees - just keeps them away. I'd put them somewhere where there is a little weather protection but kept out all winter.
1811085
They are made of a wire, like in wire clothes hangers and a very strong paper. I purchased two in the spring, hung them from my soffit under the overhang and did not take them down until fall. To my delight they worked great. They did not deteriorate. My mom is going to purchase some to hang outside of her house this summer. I do recommend them if you are plagued by wasps.
1811086
They are wire framed with a treated paper balloon covering it. Yes, rain and summer sun will deteriorate this quickly- when I bought them, they came 2 to a pack. I hung one on the lowest branches of a cedar tree with a southern exposure and a cherry tree with a northern exposure. They were out in the wind and rain and salt (I live on the bay) and they lasted from the summer into the fall. I must say, they really did drive all of the large, flying insects out of my yard. I also have a a Mosquito Magnet running all summer and between the two, we had no pests in our yard at all, from June-October. Hope this is helpful. I would absolutely purchase these again. :)
1811087
They are wire framed with a treated paper balloon covering it. Yes, rain and summer sun will deteriorate this quickly- when I bought them, they came 2 to a pack. I hung one on the lowest branches of a cedar tree with a southern exposure and a cherry tree with a northern exposure. They were out in the wind and rain and salt (I live on the bay) and they lasted from the summer into the fall. I must say, they really did drive all of the large, flying insects out of my yard. I also have a a Mosquito Magnet running all summer and between the two, we had no pests in our yard at all, from June-October. Hope this is helpful. I would absolutely purchase these again. :) They are wire framed with a treated paper balloon covering it. Yes, rain and summer sun will deteriorate this quickly- when I bought them, they came 2 to a pack. I hung one on the lowest branches of a cedar tree with a southern exposure and a cherry tree with a northern exposure. They were out in the wind and rain and salt (I live on the bay) and they lasted from the summer into the fall. I must say, they really did drive all of the large, flying insects out of my yard. I also have a a Mosquito Magnet running all summer and between the two, we had no pests in our yard at all, from... » Read More They are wire framed with a treated paper balloon covering it. Yes, rain and summer sun will deteriorate this quickly- when I bought them, they came 2 to a pack. I hung one on the lowest branches of a cedar tree with a southern exposure and a cherry tree with a northern exposure. They were out in the wind and rain and salt (I live on the bay) and they lasted from the summer into the fall. I must say, they really did drive all of the large, flying insects out of my yard. I also have a a Mosquito Magnet running all summer and between the two, we had no pests in our yard at all, from June-October. Hope this is helpful. I would absolutely purchase these again. :) « Show Less
2171641
They are made for tropical locals that see a great deal of rain, so this shouldn't harm it. Also, they dry quickly, so after a few hours, they are dry! Love mine!
123756
water resistant most defiantly, Light (less than 0.1inch/hr rain fall) to average rain fall (0.1inch/hr rain fall) they do fine for my quick 5mile ride to keep things dry. they have a resin/wax type lining but 100% water proof I would say no. I have not tested them in heavy rain though (like a 1/2inch-1inch/hr rain fall).hope I have helped.
1834897
I am not sure what they are made of, but they seem to be a blend of a rubberized nylon. They work well, don't slip even when swinging in the hammock, and are durable. I am glad I bought the 2 pairs I did since it makes 'hammocking' easier.
2036246
They are plastic, but with a corrugated design. We live in FL where the sun takes a quick toll on plastics, and after two years, there is no apparent wear or fading.
1660591
They're definitely water resistant. We've been in a few light rains and drizzles with them. I can't say how long they might keep the water out in a downpour.
1823943
They are made out of Silicone. Mine also leaked goo but i was able to easily get replacements and now i love them!
925470
They hold up very well to the elements. The material is a study plastic type mesh. we leave ours out from the beginning of spring until the end of fall.
1992700
It has rained since we have installed these but not a heavy rain. But so far, they are fine. They are very heavy duty. I think they will be water safe.
1530225
I don't know for certain. They appear to be stainless steel (I tossed the box long ago.) I used them through the last season with no defects. Will break them out this weekend. Under normal use I don't know why they'd have any problems. If you're sitting on relatively dry ground for a picnic they won't get wet enough to matter.
1937372
I've not ridden with them in the rain to speak of, but when I've cleaned the bike water retention was not an issue. They are denser than a sponge and not absorbent.
792387
They are made of a polyester "silk". I guess like a lighter version of silk flowers. They hold up well though. We used them for a Luau picnic and handed out several hundred. There are certainly more deluxe versions out there, longer and with more life-like flowers, but these are a very good value.
1171743
They are made of a light weight nylon type material. I hung them outside in my trees for 8 months where they stayed in all types of weather. They were all still working perfectly when I recently brought them in for hurricane season in The Florida Keys, although the color of the material was somewhat sun faded. They have a very soft glowing light, and everybody loved them.
470010
Plastic. They are feather light. You might need rocks or bricks or long stakes to hold them down. On a side note I gave mine away because they didn't water much. They are more for play time with the kids.
1654652
I would say no. I am going to use these outside outside though and just seal them up with silicone. I am sure the sun is going to eat up the rubber coating quickly. I have tested some outside and put in ziplocks and it worked even when raining. They work but I am not sure how long they will last.
660259
i would say "water resistant" - they do fine in the rain, but i'm not sure how they would do if they were submerged in water! the collar is medium-weight nylon webbing with plastic hardware ... the battery and LEDs are enclosed in plastic, but may not be sealed.
2137315
They are definitely rain resistant. I have ridden to and from work I. Some serious rain and everything in the bags stayed dry. You won't need a rain cover.