The number one rule of tent care? Take it easy on that thing! Here are some quick tips to help you keep your investment lasts as long and happy.
No matter what kind or size sheltering needs arise – from using it once in a while, through frequent use–proper maintenance will always make sure everything remains good-to-go.
Our Top 5 Tent Care Tips
1) Finding the right spot to pitch & how to pitch
? Choose a flat surface
The first care tip for your tent is pitching it on a good site. Always set up in established sites to reduce chances of wear and tear. The place should have less to no rocks, sticks, or other obstacles that can damage the ground-level surface you’ll be sleeping upon so use caution when choosing where best suited (i.e. : not too close to water). If possible remove anything below head height like small stones as they may press against the bottom layer causing discomfort during sleep
As a bonus tip, ??it’s a good idea to place a footprint under your tent to keep the bottom clean, dry, and protected. This will also help your tent floor survive longer if water pools beneath it during a storm.
? Avoid direct exposure to sunlight
For those who love the outdoors, it’s always important to stay cautious. The sun can be your best friend or worst enemy – but with some careful planning and preparation for any weather condition, you’re sure not only to have an amazing time in nature; also make sure that nothing gets ruined by UV rays!
Ultraviolet light will damage anything temporary like tents which are made from polyester/nylon fabrics (which become weak when exposed). Be safe- keep them away from direct sunlight.
2) Tips for storing your tent
? Make sure the tent is dry
Tents are meant to protect us from the outside world and they need our care in order not to be damaged. But what happens when we store a tent wet? It’s not good!
The fabric can break down prematurely, mildew may grow on it due to condensation caused by moisture absorption. Then there is also the risk of hydrolysis which means you will have water stains all over; this compromises waterproof coatings too so wear-and-tear isn’t covered under warranty either – sorry if I’ve made things sound hopeless…
So if you get caught in a heavy downpour at the campsite and need to wait for your tent to dry before packing it up, pack it wet. But once you get home, unpack your tent and let it dry completely. You can pitch it on your lawn, garage, or even put it over your drying rack inside the house. If small, you can hang it on a clothesline.
? Avoid folding it the same way
Tents are easiest to pack when they’re completely dry. When you fold them for storage, make sure that all creases in one area go away and don’t become permanent because then there’s a good chance the fabric will fray or break over time if left unchecked! The best way to avoid this from happening is by folding it differently each time.
? Use an oversized bag for packing
Tents are a great way to beat the heat. Portable and lightweight, they can be used in any outdoor activity from hiking to camping! To make sure your tent stays pristine just like when you first bought it – store it properly once folded up with an oversized mesh bag or breathable cotton pillowcase for carrying but not storage (use this specifically).
Keep away from direct sunlight so that there’s no fading of color on fabrics over time due to its UV rays deteriorating chemical composition; also try keeping them somewhere cool without being freezing because excess moisture could lead directly into mildew formation too which would ruin those expensive ripstop nylon tights right off their seams before we even get started…
? Leave the poles assemble
Store your poles in a way that will keep them from getting damaged. Make sure to store with all of the joints assembled, and never stack anything on top!
3) Cleaning the tent
Despite all your care when using the tent, it would get dirty in one way or another. It could be from bird droppings; dust particles on top of dirt which can accumulate over time without proper cleaning–either way you need to take precautions and make sure that any spots don’t become permanent by washing off all stains as soon as they appear!
If there are loose bits present (bird excrement/dust) use a garden hose with some water pressure before trying hand wash methods if possible – just scrub lightly at first so no harm gets done.
Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when cleaning your tent.
4) Seal the seams
Sealing the seams of your tent will make it rain-worthy. You can apply seam sealants such as sprays, glue, and tape to any exposed part of a fabric or vinyl floor that might get wet in order for water not to seep through into its interior space where you don’t want bad weather getting inside (and molding).
Apply this stuff sparingly though – too much at once could result in a messy solution so keep track! For those pesky corners near ties/ guy lines: use duct tape because who wouldn’t rather have their gear stay clean than look like they’ve seen better days after being Deployed?.
5) Take care of the tent poles
When you are setting up your tent, make sure that the ends of each pole section fit securely into one another. If they don’t seem quite right or if there is any risk for damage due to improper fitting then be careful when hammering them in place because this can cause permanent deformation which will compromise its strength even further leading to possible breakage down the line!
When taking your tent down, start from the center and work your way out to ensure even tension across the joints. If you’ve been camping in a salty or dusty area, give the poles a wipe-down with a soft and dry cloth. Pay special attention to intersections.
Summary
Your tent will last you as long or longer if you take care of it. From where the pitch is set up, to how often we clean and seal those seams – everything has an effect on its durability!
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