Whether you're storing gardening tools, sports equipment, pool toys, or patio furniture cushions, the Rockwood Deck Box is an extra roomy outdoor storage solution, that packs a huge 570 L/150G of space. This versatile box also doubles as a two-seater bench making it a practical addition to any patio or garden. Made from weather-resistant polypropylene resin this elegant wood-paneled box will keep contents dry and ventilated while adding a stylish presence to your garden.
We've had the Dakota Fields retractable awning (395cm x 250cm) since May 2025 and have been very happy with it. We went with a manual (non-motorized) version as winding it out is fairly straightforwards and not a hassle. For whatever minor inconvenience that comes with that process, it far outweighs the hassle factor that comes with when the motorized unit eventually fails and the hassle that goes with replacement and inability to be used so I haven't regretted that decision—it operates easily and keeps things simple.
We had it installed by a local builder, and every winter we keep it fully rolled in to protect it from the weather. As you can see from the image below - a protective shield over the item during prolonger periods of non-use will most likely prevent the bleaching.
The only minor issue we've noticed is a small amount of discolouration on the outer edge, which we suspect is from sun bleaching of the section that remains exposed while the awning is rolled up. A protective cover during prolonged periods of non-use would probably help prevent this.
Overall, it's been a great purchase and offers excellent value (€279) so I would recommend it to as a buy.. John. Ireland. Sun Jul 12 2026