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• How to Clean Mold From a Canvas Tent

  Mold and mildew develops on a canvas tent when it has been stored in wet or moist conditions. Even canvas tents that have been treated with a waterproof coating are susceptible to mold growth. Mold damages the canvas material. If the m… read more

• Cleaning Canvas Tents

  Camping gear is bound to get dirty. After all it's living on the dirt, outdoors and bearing the brunt of what Mother Nature throws its way. Your tent will take most of the abuse and at one time or the other you'll need to clean it. Thi… read more

• The Best Canvas Tent

  If you spend any amount of time camping outdoors, then you need a good canvas tent. These tents are waterproof and protect not only yourself, but also your belongings. The best canvas tent is one designed for families, but also works w… read more

• How Do I Remove Mold From Canvas Tent?

  Although they are not so popular with backpackers anymore, canvas tents are still popular with tailgate and RV campers. After all, they are inexpensive, can be found at most surplus stores, and are very durable. However, when they get… read more

• Canvas Tent Instructions

  A cheap way to get a basic tent is to pick up a surplus canvas two-man pup tent. These tents are widely available in Army surplus shops and on the Internet. While no backpacker would ever carry such a heavy tent, it has the virtue of b… read more

• How to Make Your Own Canvas Tent

  For serious outdoor enthusiasts and regular campers, building your own canvas tent means doing something you love. It isn't as difficult as it seems, and it can be done with easy-to-find materials. read more

• How to Keep Warm in a Canvas Tent

  Some campers prefer canvas tents because of their size and resistance to water. Though canvas tents are much bulkier and heavier than other types of tents, they can be great for winter camping because there are many ways to warm up the… read more

• How to Re-Treat a Canvas Tent

  A tent acts as a home away from home. It protects you from wind and rain, and it gives you a sheltered place to rest your head at night. Just like your home, a tent requires maintenance to continue to function properly--think of mainte… read more

• How to Repair Canvas Tent Trailers

  Canvas tent trailers can be made partially, mostly or even almost entirely from canvas. While canvas is a durable material, the rigors of camping mean that either accidents or exposure to the elements will result in tears or burns in t… read more

• How to Set Up a Canvas Tent

  Canvas tents have a number of virtues. Their fabric is durable, water-resistant, and remains relatively cool in the summer sun. A variety of cheap, two-man canvas tents that are perfect for camping are readily available on the surplus… read more

• How to Remove the Smell From a Canvas Tent

  People who take yearly camping trips might be all too familiar with the odor that can occur when a canvas tent is stored in a dusty or humid attic or basement for a season or two. If you've owned your canvas tent for several years and… read more

• Homemade Canvas Tent

  Sure, you can go and spend a lot of money on a professional, fancy tent from some outdoor outfitter. But if you have a good, large piece of canvas at home, consider something a little simpler--a homemade canvas tent. You should be able… read more

• How to Repair a Canvas Tent with Candle Wax

  Manufacturers of outdoor equipment have been making tents out of canvas for many years. Though heavier and more cumbersome to carry than tents made out of synthetic or nylon materials, canvas tents are durable, and when properly mainta… read more

• How to Pitch an Old Canvas Tent

  The canvas tent used to be the main source of shelter for outdoor enthusiasts, military personnel and boy scouts. They were simple affairs that got you out of the rain and weather, and provided a place to sleep and store your gear. Wit… read more

• Coleman Canvas Tent Care

  Proper care of a canvas tent involves a combination of careful use and also preventative maintenance. While most tents today are made of nylon or other artificial materials, it's still possible to find some older style Coleman canvas t… read more

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