{"id":851,"date":"2021-10-01T05:17:37","date_gmt":"2021-10-01T05:17:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/?p=851"},"modified":"2021-10-01T05:17:39","modified_gmt":"2021-10-01T05:17:39","slug":"are-hammocks-waterproof","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/are-hammocks-waterproof\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Hammocks Waterproof? All You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hammocks give you an exceptional camping experience. If you have already tried hammock camping, you know how it differs from tent camping. However, there are a few worries to address. One such worry is &#8220;Are Hammocks Waterproof?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you take it out, hang it in your favorite spot and take a chance with the weather, here is the answer. <strong>Whether your hammock is waterproof depends upon the material it\u2019s made of.<\/strong> While cotton hammocks are not waterproof, nylon or polyester-made hammocks are waterproof. These hammocks usually come with a layer of water-resistant coating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">you may also find useful: <a href=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/single-hammock-vs-double-hammock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Single Hammock vs Double Hammock<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-divider ugb-divider ugb-362f4ec ugb-divider--v2 ugb-divider--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-362f4ec hr.ugb-divider__hr{background-color:#9b51e0 !important;height:2px !important;width:100% !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><hr class=\"ugb-divider__hr\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-fdd28e2 ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-fdd28e2 .ugb-heading__title{color:#000000;text-align:center}.ugb-fdd28e2 .ugb-heading__bottom-line{background-color:#ff6900 !important;height:2px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}.ugb-fdd28e2 .ugb-inner-block{text-align:center}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Are all hammocks waterproof?<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"ugb-heading__bottom-line\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As we\u2019ve mentioned above, not all hammocks are waterproof. It totally depends upon the material they are made out of. Cotton and similar materials are usually not waterproof while synthetic materials such as nylon and polyester are usually waterproof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"917\" height=\"610\" src=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-all-hammocks-waterproof.jpg\" alt=\"Are Hammocks Waterproof? All that you need to know\" class=\"wp-image-853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-all-hammocks-waterproof.jpg 917w, https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-all-hammocks-waterproof-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-all-hammocks-waterproof-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 917px) 100vw, 917px\" \/><figcaption>Are Hammocks Waterproof<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-icon-list ugb-icon-list ugb-be99f71 ugb-icon-list--v2 ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center ugb--has-block-background\"><style>.ugb-be99f71 li{color:#000000}.ugb-be99f71 li::before{background-image:url('data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBkYXRhLXByZWZpeD0iZmFzIiBkYXRhLWljb249ImFycm93LWNpcmNsZS1yaWdodCIgY2xhc3M9InN2Zy1pbmxpbmUtLWZhIGZhLWFycm93LWNpcmNsZS1yaWdodCBmYS13LTE2IiByb2xlPSJpbWciIHhtbG5zPSJodHRwOi8vd3d3LnczLm9yZy8yMDAwL3N2ZyIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDUxMiA1MTIiPjxwYXRoIGZpbGw9ImN1cnJlbnRDb2xvciIgZD0iTTI1NiA4YzEzNyAwIDI0OCAxMTEgMjQ4IDI0OFMzOTMgNTA0IDI1NiA1MDQgOCAzOTMgOCAyNTYgMTE5IDggMjU2IDh6bS0yOC45IDE0My42bDc1LjUgNzIuNEgxMjBjLTEzLjMgMC0yNCAxMC43LTI0IDI0djE2YzAgMTMuMyAxMC43IDI0IDI0IDI0aDE4Mi42bC03NS41IDcyLjRjLTkuNyA5LjMtOS45IDI0LjgtLjQgMzQuM2wxMSAxMC45YzkuNCA5LjQgMjQuNiA5LjQgMzMuOSAwTDQwNC4zIDI3M2M5LjQtOS40IDkuNC0yNC42IDAtMzMuOUwyNzEuNiAxMDYuM2MtOS40LTkuNC0yNC42LTkuNC0zMy45IDBsLTExIDEwLjljLTkuNSA5LjYtOS4zIDI1LjEuNCAzNC40eiIvPjwvc3ZnPg==')}.ugb-be99f71.ugb-icon-list ul{columns:1}.ugb-be99f71.ugb-icon-list{background-color:rgba(252,185,0,0.5)}.ugb-be99f71{padding:0 !important}.ugb-be99f71.ugb-icon-list:before{background-color:#fcb900}@media screen and (min-width:768px){.ugb-be99f71.ugb-icon-list{padding-top:15px !important;padding-right:35px !important;padding-bottom:15px !important;padding-left:35px !important}}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block ugb-inner-block--center\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><ul><li><strong>Cotton Hammocks: <\/strong>Cotton as a material absorbs moisture and gets damp. If you expose a cotton hammock to rain, it will get soaked and may catch mould and mildew.<\/li><li><strong>Nylon Hammocks:<\/strong> Nylon as a material is a good option for hammocks due to its strength and weight. This material is not totally waterproof. It will absorb some amount of water and dry very quickly.<\/li><li><strong>Polyester Hammocks:<\/strong> Polyester as a material is far more water-resistant than nylon. You will get some polyester hammocks that are coated with PVC to achieve excellent waterproof properties.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Hence, if you want to get a waterproof hammock for yourself, you need to choose the right material. While buying a new hammock online, look for the specification where the manufacturer will mention its waterproof feature. While shopping from a retail store, you can ask the shopkeeper whether the hammock is waterproof or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">PRO TIP:<\/span><\/strong> <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">There are products available in the market to help you waterproof your hammock. These are mostly suitable for materials like cotton, silk, canvas, polycotton, and latex. Such products are known as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Nikwax-Hardshell-Cleaning-Waterproofing-DUO-Pack\/dp\/B000PGOOIS\/?tag=allaboutsleeps-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">wash-in waterproofing<\/a><\/span>. You can easily apply them with a brush or a spray to prolong the life of your hammock by making it waterproof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-divider ugb-divider ugb-6f331d0 ugb-divider--v2 ugb-divider--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-6f331d0 hr.ugb-divider__hr{background-color:#9b51e0 !important;width:100% !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><hr class=\"ugb-divider__hr\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-d1247e3 ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-d1247e3 .ugb-heading__title{color:#000000;text-align:center}.ugb-d1247e3 .ugb-heading__bottom-line{background-color:#ff6900 !important;height:2px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}.ugb-d1247e3 .ugb-inner-block{text-align:center}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Can you leave a hammock in the rain?<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"ugb-heading__bottom-line\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It is not recommended to leave your hammock in the rain<\/strong>, wind, or freezing temperature. Leaving your hammock in the rain can cause mild to severe damage to it. As a result, you may have to discard your hammock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if your hammock is made of waterproof material, it can handle some rain and wind. You need to ensure that your hammock gets dried out very quickly. Otherwise, fungus and mold can grow in it, which can weaken the fibres of the hammock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hence, for leaving your hammock in the rain, you need to understand its material. <strong>Even the synthetic fabric-made hammocks can catch mold and other harmful substances if you leave them in the rain for a long time.<\/strong> Also, make sure you clean your hammock occasionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-divider ugb-divider ugb-c77410f ugb-divider--v2 ugb-divider--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-c77410f hr.ugb-divider__hr{background-color:#9b51e0 !important;height:2px !important;width:100% !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><hr class=\"ugb-divider__hr\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-e065c8e ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-e065c8e .ugb-heading__title{color:#000000;text-align:center}.ugb-e065c8e .ugb-heading__bottom-line{background-color:#ff6900 !important;height:2px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}.ugb-e065c8e .ugb-inner-block{text-align:center}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>Can you leave a cotton hammock in the rain?<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"ugb-heading__bottom-line\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cotton is a non-waterproof material and hence, cotton hammocks shouldn\u2019t be left in the rain.<\/strong> There are high chances of damage if you leave it in the rain. First, it will get very damp. Then, it will catch mold and other substances very quickly. As a result, your cotton hammock will not sustain for long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cotton has a very high moisture absorbance. Hence, water molecules go deep inside the material easily. It takes a long time to dry as well. However, there are products like wash-in waterproofing agents, which can help you to waterproof your cotton hammock. Once you have waterproofed your cotton hammock, it can sustain rain for some time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-divider ugb-divider ugb-75c6023 ugb-divider--v2 ugb-divider--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-75c6023 hr.ugb-divider__hr{background-color:#9b51e0 !important;height:2px !important;width:100% !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><hr class=\"ugb-divider__hr\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-39e9133 ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-39e9133 .ugb-heading__title{color:#000000;text-align:center}.ugb-39e9133 .ugb-heading__bottom-line{background-color:#ff6900 !important;height:2px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}.ugb-39e9133 .ugb-inner-block{text-align:center}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>How do I protect my hammock from the rain?<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"ugb-heading__bottom-line\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Protecting your hammock from the rain is a must if you want to use it for a long time. Here are some tips that you can follow to protect my hammock from the rain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"884\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-I-protect-my-hammock-from-the-rain.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-I-protect-my-hammock-from-the-rain.jpg 884w, https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-I-protect-my-hammock-from-the-rain-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-I-protect-my-hammock-from-the-rain-768x405.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 884px) 100vw, 884px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:19px\"><strong>Tips<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-icon-list ugb-icon-list ugb-9ad430a ugb-icon-list--v2 ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center ugb--has-block-background\"><style>.ugb-9ad430a li{color:#000000}.ugb-9ad430a li::before{background-image:url('data:image\/svg+xml;base64,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')}.ugb-9ad430a.ugb-icon-list ul{columns:1}.ugb-9ad430a.ugb-icon-list{background-color:rgba(252,185,0,0.5)}.ugb-9ad430a.ugb-icon-list:before{background-color:#fcb900}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block ugb-inner-block--center\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><ul><li><strong>Cover your Hammock:<\/strong> First, you need to choose a tarp or rainfly that is large enough to cover your hammock properly. For ultimate coverage, look for one that extends up to 12 inches over each end of your hammock. The best way to keep your hammock dry in rainy conditions would be using a diamond-shaped rain fly.<\/li><li><strong>Waterproof your Hammock: <\/strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">As we\u2019ve mentioned earlier, you can waterproof your hammock using a wash-in waterproofing agent. It will coat your hammock with waterproof material so that it doesn\u2019t catch water. One coat may withstand up to three or four washes. Hence, make sure you check its water-resistance power carefully before hanging it.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you have a beautiful cotton hammock and you haven\u2019t arranged any of the above materials, it would be better not to hang your hammock in the rain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-divider ugb-divider ugb-5ee0f8d ugb-divider--v2 ugb-divider--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-5ee0f8d hr.ugb-divider__hr{background-color:#9b51e0 !important;height:2px !important;width:100% !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><hr class=\"ugb-divider__hr\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-2ae84c3 ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-2ae84c3 .ugb-heading__title{color:#000000;text-align:center}.ugb-2ae84c3 .ugb-heading__bottom-line{background-color:#ff6900 !important;height:2px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}.ugb-2ae84c3 .ugb-inner-block{text-align:center}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>How do you waterproof a hammock?<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"ugb-heading__bottom-line\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, there are numerous products available that can help you to waterproof your hammock. These are basically wash-in waterproofing agents that you need to apply as a coating. These are usually transparent in color and do not change the aesthetic appeal of your hammock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wash-in waterproofing agents usually come in liquid form. While some products require a brush for application, others come in spray containers. You need to simply brush or spray them on your hammock as directed on the bottle. These are easy to use, safe, and high-performance products.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two things that you need to consider while buying these products. First, different products are suitable for different materials. You can go for one that\u2019s suitable for multiple materials such as cotton, silk, canvas, and polycotton. Secondly, each application may sustain four to five washes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-divider ugb-divider ugb-14fb0c6 ugb-divider--v2 ugb-divider--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-14fb0c6 hr.ugb-divider__hr{background-color:#9b51e0 !important;width:100% !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><hr class=\"ugb-divider__hr\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-8b78dfa ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-8b78dfa .ugb-heading__title{color:#000000;text-align:center}.ugb-8b78dfa .ugb-heading__bottom-line{background-color:#ff6900 !important;height:2px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}.ugb-8b78dfa .ugb-inner-block{text-align:center}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>How do you make a drip line for a hammock?<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"ugb-heading__bottom-line\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Making a drip line for your hammock can also help you to protect it from rain. Here are some best ways you can do it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"823\" height=\"610\" src=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-you-make-a-drip-line-for-a-hammock.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-856\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-you-make-a-drip-line-for-a-hammock.jpg 823w, https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-you-make-a-drip-line-for-a-hammock-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-you-make-a-drip-line-for-a-hammock-768x569.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:19px\"><strong>Tips<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-icon-list ugb-icon-list ugb-dce9db1 ugb-icon-list--v2 ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center ugb--has-block-background\"><style>.ugb-dce9db1 li{color:#000000}.ugb-dce9db1 li::before{background-image:url('data:image\/svg+xml;base64,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')}.ugb-dce9db1.ugb-icon-list ul{columns:1}.ugb-dce9db1.ugb-icon-list{background-color:rgba(252,185,0,0.5)}.ugb-dce9db1{padding:0 !important}.ugb-dce9db1.ugb-icon-list:before{background-color:#fcb900}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block ugb-inner-block--center\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><ul><li><strong>Take a shoelace and tie it on the <a href=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/how-to-make-hammock-straps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">suspension of your hammock<\/a>. As the water will run in, it will drip off with the help of the lace. For added safety, you can take one side of the lace to tie it at a distance on the same string. The excess water will be soaked in the lace and drip off easily.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Attach your hammock to suspension via a Dutch pin. It works as a water break and saves your hammock from soaking. You can use an extra strap suspension and tie a knot with it on the main suspension for equal effect.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-divider ugb-divider ugb-664b039 ugb-divider--v2 ugb-divider--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-664b039 hr.ugb-divider__hr{background-color:#9b51e0 !important;width:100% !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><hr class=\"ugb-divider__hr\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-heading ugb-heading ugb-19ae884 ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-19ae884 .ugb-heading__title{color:#000000;text-align:center}.ugb-19ae884 .ugb-heading__bottom-line{background-color:#ff6900 !important;height:2px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}.ugb-19ae884 .ugb-inner-block{text-align:center}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><h2 class=\"ugb-heading__title\"><strong>How do I keep water out of my hammock?<\/strong><\/h2><div class=\"ugb-heading__bottom-line\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can keep water out of your hammock in various ways that we have explained above. Below are all these points mentioned in short sentences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"923\" height=\"611\" src=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-I-keep-water-out-of-my-hammock.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-858\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-I-keep-water-out-of-my-hammock.jpg 923w, https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-I-keep-water-out-of-my-hammock-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/How-do-I-keep-water-out-of-my-hammock-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 923px) 100vw, 923px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-icon-list ugb-icon-list ugb-0741e2c ugb-icon-list--v2 ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center ugb--has-block-background\"><style>.ugb-0741e2c li{color:#000000}.ugb-0741e2c li::before{background-image:url('data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyBkYXRhLXByZWZpeD0iZmFzIiBkYXRhLWljb249InRodW1icy11cCIgY2xhc3M9InN2Zy1pbmxpbmUtLWZhIGZhLXRodW1icy11cCBmYS13LTE2IiByb2xlPSJpbWciIHhtbG5zPSJodHRwOi8vd3d3LnczLm9yZy8yMDAwL3N2ZyIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDUxMiA1MTIiPjxwYXRoIGZpbGw9ImN1cnJlbnRDb2xvciIgZD0iTTEwNCAyMjRIMjRjLTEzLjI1NSAwLTI0IDEwLjc0NS0yNCAyNHYyNDBjMCAxMy4yNTUgMTAuNzQ1IDI0IDI0IDI0aDgwYzEzLjI1NSAwIDI0LTEwLjc0NSAyNC0yNFYyNDhjMC0xMy4yNTUtMTAuNzQ1LTI0LTI0LTI0ek02NCA0NzJjLTEzLjI1NSAwLTI0LTEwLjc0NS0yNC0yNHMxMC43NDUtMjQgMjQtMjQgMjQgMTAuNzQ1IDI0IDI0LTEwLjc0NSAyNC0yNCAyNHpNMzg0IDgxLjQ1MmMwIDQyLjQxNi0yNS45NyA2Ni4yMDgtMzMuMjc3IDk0LjU0OGgxMDEuNzIzYzMzLjM5NyAwIDU5LjM5NyAyNy43NDYgNTkuNTUzIDU4LjA5OC4wODQgMTcuOTM4LTcuNTQ2IDM3LjI0OS0xOS40MzkgNDkuMTk3bC0uMTEuMTFjOS44MzYgMjMuMzM3IDguMjM3IDU2LjAzNy05LjMwOCA3OS40NjkgOC42ODEgMjUuODk1LS4wNjkgNTcuNzA0LTE2LjM4MiA3NC43NTcgNC4yOTggMTcuNTk4IDIuMjQ0IDMyLjU3NS02LjE0OCA0NC42MzJDNDQwLjIwMiA1MTEuNTg3IDM4OS42MTYgNTEyIDM0Ni44MzkgNTEybC0yLjg0NS0uMDAxYy00OC4yODctLjAxNy04Ny44MDYtMTcuNTk4LTExOS41Ni0zMS43MjUtMTUuOTU3LTcuMDk5LTM2LjgyMS0xNS44ODctNTIuNjUxLTE2LjE3OC02LjU0LS4xMi0xMS43ODMtNS40NTctMTEuNzgzLTExLjk5OHYtMjEzLjc3YzAtMy4yIDEuMjgyLTYuMjcxIDMuNTU4LTguNTIxIDM5LjYxNC0zOS4xNDQgNTYuNjQ4LTgwLjU4NyA4OS4xMTctMTEzLjExMSAxNC44MDQtMTQuODMyIDIwLjE4OC0zNy4yMzYgMjUuMzkzLTU4LjkwMkMyODIuNTE1IDM5LjI5MyAyOTEuODE3IDAgMzEyIDBjMjQgMCA3MiA4IDcyIDgxLjQ1MnoiLz48L3N2Zz4=')}.ugb-0741e2c.ugb-icon-list ul{columns:1}.ugb-0741e2c.ugb-icon-list{background-color:rgba(252,185,0,0.5)}.ugb-0741e2c{padding:0 !important}.ugb-0741e2c.ugb-icon-list:before{background-color:#fcb900}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block ugb-inner-block--center\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><ul><li><strong>Do not take your hammock out in the rain unless it\u2019s waterproof.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Knowing the material of your hammock will help you to understand its water absorbance power.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>You can use a wash-in waterproofing agent to waterproof your hammock.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Using a tarp or rainfly to cover your hammock properly is a must.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>You can try the drip line techniques we\u2019ve explained right above.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ugb-divider ugb-divider ugb-6ee345e ugb-divider--v2 ugb-divider--design-basic ugb-main-block\"><style>.ugb-6ee345e hr.ugb-divider__hr{background-color:#9b51e0 !important;width:100% !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important}<\/style><div class=\"ugb-inner-block\"><div class=\"ugb-block-content\"><hr class=\"ugb-divider__hr\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#51009d;font-size:19px\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hammock camping is the most exciting one. Whether you feel like reading a book or simply sleep on your cozy hammock while it rains, you need to know the above tips. I am sure these will help you to protect your hammock from the harsh rain and wind and I also hope that you understand that there is now simple answer to the question &#8220;Are Hammocks Waterproof?&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking to buy a new hammock, look for a waterproof one. There are many options available online that you can choose from. Polyester is the best when it comes to choosing a waterproof material for hammocks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hammocks give you an exceptional camping experience. If you have already tried hammock camping, you know how it differs from tent camping. However, there are &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"ast-button\" href=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/are-hammocks-waterproof\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Are Hammocks Waterproof? 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If you have already tried hammock camping, you know how it differs from tent camping. However, there are a few worries to address. One such worry is &#8220;Are Hammocks Waterproof?&#8221; Before you take it out, hang it in your favorite spot and take a chance with the weather, here is the answer. Whether your hammock is waterproof depends upon the material it\u2019s made of. While cotton hammocks are not waterproof, nylon or polyester-made hammocks are waterproof. These hammocks usually come with a layer of water-resistant coating. you may also find useful: Single Hammock&hellip;<\/p>\n","category_list":"<a href=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/category\/hammocks\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Hammocks<\/a>","author_info":{"name":"Jory Burns","url":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/author\/swarupam-2\/"},"comments_num":"0 comments","featured_image_urls_v2":{"full":["https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-Hammocks-Waterproof.jpg",1000,500,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-Hammocks-Waterproof-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-Hammocks-Waterproof-300x150.jpg",300,150,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-Hammocks-Waterproof-768x384.jpg",768,384,true],"large":["https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-Hammocks-Waterproof.jpg",1000,500,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-Hammocks-Waterproof.jpg",1000,500,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Are-Hammocks-Waterproof.jpg",1000,500,false]},"post_excerpt_stackable_v2":"<p>Hammocks give you an exceptional camping experience. If you have already tried hammock camping, you know how it differs from tent camping. However, there are a few worries to address. One such worry is &#8220;Are Hammocks Waterproof?&#8221; Before you take it out, hang it in your favorite spot and take a chance with the weather, here is the answer. Whether your hammock is waterproof depends upon the material it\u2019s made of. While cotton hammocks are not waterproof, nylon or polyester-made hammocks are waterproof. These hammocks usually come with a layer of water-resistant coating. you may also find useful: Single Hammock&hellip;<\/p>\n","category_list_v2":"<a href=\"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/category\/hammocks\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Hammocks<\/a>","author_info_v2":{"name":"Jory Burns","url":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/author\/swarupam-2\/"},"comments_num_v2":"0 comments","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/851"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=851"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/851\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/914"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=851"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=851"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allaboutsleeps.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=851"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}