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Will water damage my hammock?
While occasional exposure to water will not damage a hammock, excessive contact can lead to mold and mildew. Nylon hammocks are more weather-resistant than cotton hammocks; and hammocks with wooden stretcher bars may suffer damage from moisture to the wood bars if left outdoors. Most important for hammock care is ensuring that a hammock is properly dried after getting wet. For hammocks without spreader bars, it is useful to place a stick or broom across the width of the hammock to hold it open and ensure proper drying.
Are hammocks bad for my back?
On the contrary! Hammocks that have been properly set up can reduce pressure on your spine and minimize tossing and turning that often leads to back problems. Furthermore, the gentle rocking associated with hammocks can activate your vestibular system and enhance relaxation. Those with pre-existing back problems should always consult a physician before engaging in any activity that causes discomfort.
How do I hang my hammock?
Hammocks can be hung from trees, posts, walls, or hammock stands. Healthy trees (12"/ 31cm diameter or larger) can support hammocks with the use of eyebolts. If you do not have access to healthy trees or simply want an alternative, well-footed posts (4 x 4 or greater) are one option. The timber should be weather-treated hardwood (not soft wood), without cracks or wood rot. Secure walls (not hollow) or secure joists are other alternatives.
Can hammocks damage trees?
Hammocks that have not been properly set up can harm or kill trees. A hammock should never be secured to a sapling or a tree that cannot accommodate a persons weight. Tree damage primarily occurs when a hammock has been tied to a tree using cord or rope, which destroys the trees bark and subsequently exposes it to infection, insects, and environmental stressors. While eyebolts drill directly into the tree, they do not leave exposed openings in the bark because they are filled with the eye-hook. Often a tree will even produce sap around the hole to further seal any gap between the hardware and the surrounding bark.It is possible to purchase tree straps that can be used to suspend a hammock from trees without doing the trees any harm. Such straps can be found at hammock stores and many sporting goods stores.
How do I clean my hammock?
It is important to read all care instructions for your specific hammock. Some hammocks can be machine washed in cold water with mild detergent. Simply remove spreader bars, shake excess dirt and debris from the hammock, and tie end strings. Place the hammock in a pillowcase to minimize damage to the fabric. To hand wash, place it in a bathtub with cold water and mild detergent. Scrub and rinse until refilled bath water runs clean. For hammocks without removable spreader bars, lay the hammock on a flat surface and use a low-pressure hose and mild detergent. Always hang your clean hammock to thoroughly air dry before re-using or storing.
What is the difference between a single, double or triple hammock?
Single hammocks are intended for use by one adult only, with a maximum weight capacity of 250-300 lbs. Double hammocks can be used by up to 2 adults, with a maximum total weight capacity of 450 lbs. And triple hammocks can be safely used by up to 3 adults, with a maximum total weight of 550 lbs.
Are hammocks safe for kids?
Hammocks provide a fun and relaxing experience for children, but they should only use them when supervised by an adult. Children can become entangled in hammock strings or ropes, resulting in injuries that can be severe, such as strangulation. Additionally, hammocks can sometimes be unsteady and children may not have the balance or coordination to enter or exit the hammock without falling. To prevent these potential problems from occurring, it is imperative that children be attended to at all times while using a hammock.
What is the origin of the hammock?
While today, hammocks are used for relaxation and leisure, 1,000 years ago, they served a different function. Ancient Mayans are believed to have originally used them as protective beds. Hammocks elevated early users from the ground, where poisonous snakes and insects were a threat. They kept sleepers cool in warm climates and were easy to transport and set up. It is rumored that when Christopher Columbus glimpsed the benefits of the hammock to the Taino people of the Bahamas, he capitalized on the opportunity and brought them back to Europe.
What are hammocks made of?
Hammocks can be made from a variety of materials. The most traditional is cotton, which is lightweight, comfortable, and easily transportable. Rope (both cotton and polyester) is also a popular material for hammocks. Typically, they use spreader bars, which make them breathable in warm climates. Some hammocks are made of nylon, which is very lightweight and resistant to outdoor elements, such as mildew and mold.
Featured Reviews on Nylon Hammocks
Hammock, 'Glowing Bronze' (double)
By Laura
Breathtakingly beautiful and practical
This hammock is as beautiful as the photos. It has been on my dream board for many years but it was only recently that I was able to afford it and also clear a space on my balcony for a hammock stand (from Walmart). I face west and the golden bronze colour is particularly luminous at sunset. It is a dream come true! The double size creates a privacy screen from my neighbours when I lie diagonally as I live in the city. It arrived within 3 days from Mexico, including going through Customs!!! I had been having a challenging day and when I opened the eco packaging and saw the beautiful hammock and the thoughtful hand-written thank you card, tears of joy starting streaming down my face. I am grateful that I was able to support an artisan and their community. I love my hammock and the comfort and joy it gives me in the loving embrace of a mother. It increases my living space so that I can truly enjoy my summer stay-cation during COVID. Thank you to the artisan, Paulina, and NOVICA!
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Hammock, 'Ocean Waves' (double)
By Mary
Hammock
This hammock is very important to me, I have back issues and this is really comfortable Id recommend it highly to anyone who needs to relax with a good book or to nap workmanship is excellent. You can take it anywhere and set it up between a couple trees.There are many different colors to choose from. When ordering the products arrive packed neatly, and they come with nice cards describing where they came from and which individual made the product, and a story of the town and country of origin, sometimes stories of the individuals life and their family, so to conclude I would very much recommend Novica to everyone everything Ive bought is extremely beautiful and mostly all handmade, the silver rings and cuffs and earings etcetera are beautifully handcrafted and you can tell they were all made with love so much delicate and tedious workmanship put into each and every product. Im just grateful I found this company, I just recently received5 handmade masks,and I love them .thank you So
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Hammock, 'Cool Lagoon' (double)
By Barbara
Lose yourself in the blues
Most colorful and comfortable hammock! Napping in a slight breeze brings back island and Baja vacation days.Definitely recommend!
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Maya Artists of the Yucatan Hand-crafted Mayan hammocks
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Write a reviewThe Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother.
Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the... read more
