Product review (4 stars): Could be thicker
I live in Hawaii and the sun/rain leaves rust on my washing machine quickly.  My relative made a cover out of thick water-proof army material, but I surprisingly ripped that some how.  This product is very durable (like others have claimed) meaning it will get the job done for protecting rain/sun exposure, however it is very thin so I have to put laundry detergent on top of it to hold it down.  I don't think it will be able to fly away, but you never know with the wind, and this product was expensive for my taste, and I do not want to take the chance.  That is why I wish it was heavier so I would't have to anchor it with liquid detergent bottles (or put the straps on, which I cut off because I would have to remove my back plugs to put them on).  It would also give me a peace of mine if I knew it was more sturdy.