Hammocks – A Buyers Guide
Anastasia Phocas
Used for relaxation and leisure, the hammock, a symbol from our
ancient times, still survives with constructions that are more
complex. Originally, hammocks were the beds for the many poor
people. Arwaks and Caribs, the first known settlers of West
Indies used hammocks as their beds. In most of the Latin
American countries, hammocks are common household items in
almost all homes.
Hammocks consist of a network of twin or thin rope and cloth,
which is stretched between two stationary and stable points.
Some of these hammocks are made with eye-catching colors and
with intricate designs. Hammocks are also made especially for
backpacking which include mosquito nettings and provide night
time storage space in the attached pockets. Most of the
hammocks are sold as pre-made but some enthusiasts prefer to
assemble their own hammocks.
Since the movement of the hammock is in concert with the
vessel’s movement, sailors use them for sleeping. Additionally,
in a moving ship, sleeping in hammocks avoids the risk of being
thrown onto the floor.
Many of the users worry that they will fall out of the hammock
while asleep. The sides of the hammock – traditionally designed
– covers and wraps around the sleeper like a cushion. Therefore,
it is practically impossible to fall down from it.
Hammocks are made from cotton rope or polyester rope. The most
traditional and most recognized style of hammock is the rope
hammocks. The spreader bars, which are an accessory of the rope
hammock, keep it open by separating the sides of the hammock.
These hammocks can be hung between a couple of trees or on
outdoor stands. Rope hammocks are generally made of polyester
or cotton yarn.
The rope in cotton hammocks stretch and contour the body. It is
more comfortable than polyester rope hammocks. Polyester
hammocks can withstand higher humidity, UV rays and salt water.
However, they are not as flexible as the cotton rope hammocks.
In cooler climates, the quilted hammocks are more comfortable.
Unlike the rope hammock, there are two layers of fabrics in the
quilted hammocks and the layers are separated with fiber-filler.
It is more like a comforter.
Camping hammocks should be portable, lightweight and should
protect the user from the elements. It should also be suitable
to an occasional vacationer as well as to an avid outdoorsman.
In order to withstand various types of climate, it is
preferable to buy a camping hammock made of parachute nylon
which is a more durable material. For the protection against
mosquitoes and insects when camping or hiking, purchase a style
that includes a net.
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