This is a very heavy duty trash can. It will definitely not be blown over in the wind even when it is empty. I will be able to leave it out in all 4 seasons. My main use will not be for trash at this point. I plan to leave it near my charcoal grill area. Inside I will store charcoal, wood chips, matches, etc. in a 30 gallon trash bag for easy access. The covered can will keep these items dry and ready to go. It is more attractive than all of these items just piled near the grill. There are handles on the removable metal inside liner to make the job of lifting it out much easier. There is a round metal fireproof tray in the top that will come in handy for when the grillers stand by with their cigars as they often do. The lid of this is a lockable hinged one with a chain support for extra support. There is a key included. It also comes with a packet of heavy duty screws to secure it in place. I feel like this will remain nice looking for a very long time because the sides are a nubby stone like material that won't rust, show dirt, or dent like metal would. It should be pretty maintenance free except for cleaning the ashtray on the top. At some point I would definitely use it for trash as well. Another idea would be as a receptacle for empty returnable drink containers when we have a large crowd over.
