When I received this item, I was so pleased! Although it was slightly smaller than I anticipated, it was big enough, the color was beautiful, (blue) and it was very simple to put together. It operates perfectly, and the sound is lovely. Unfortunately, after just two months of regular use, the paint on all of the pots and the exterior is completely sun faded, water stained and chipping. It looks as if it has been baking in the sun for 5 years. It is now an eyesore instead of an attraction. Very disappointed. It will likely end up in the trash after this season.