I purchased 3 outdoor shelving units for my in-home Preschool and Family Daycare a year ago, and they have been fantastic. I have one of these and 2 of the cubby type. They have lasted well through the unusual amount of rain we had here in Southern California. I did purchase bins with lids on them to put my items in. I prefer it that way in order to keep out dust and little critters as much as possible. They are easy to wipe down and sturdy. Recommend them to anyone.