The perfect hammock

For many of us, holiday is synonymous with a time of relaxation, and where can one enjoy a moment of quite then comfortably settle into a hammock... with the sun above you? Here at HammockStore we want to give you some guidelines to help you pick the right hammock. You will see that it's not as complicated as it looks.

1. What are the most comfortable hammocks?

No doubt a hammock from natural fibres, for example cotton, offers a superior degree of comfort.

Recommendation: HammockStore.co.uk offers a great variety of natural fibre hammocks, from well known manufactures. You can look at the Hammocks from Amazonas, like St Lucia Orange Hammock or St Lucia Tropical Hammock, with a load capacity of maximum 120 kg, a lying surface of approx. 210 x 120 cm, a total length of approx. 310 cm and a weight of approx. 1.4 kg. Once you order it will be delivered in 3 days.

Also a great choice is the Duracord Rope Hammocks that offers the comfort of cotton and a superior outdoor durability with solution-dyed colour-fastness.

2. Are there hammocks that can resist any weather elements?

The hammocks made from synthetic fibres (e.g. nylon) can be left outside in any weather.

Recommendation: A very practical solution for travelling is the Moskito Traveller Hammock, with a load capacity of approx. 90 kg, lying surface of 220x140cm, total length of 350 cm and a weight of 0.6kg. It can be delivered between 1 and 4 days.

3. What is the maximum weight a hammock can hold?

The cotton hammock can hold a maximum weight of 250 kg, while the nylon one are even more resistant, going up to 300 kg.

4. How can one maintain a hammock?

It is recommended to avoid long time exposures to sun and rain; be aware of rodents and home pets! Hammocks can only be washed in cold water and by hand!

5. What is the correct way of hanging a hammock?

Every hammock should be hung with a slight curve; the lowest point must coincide with the middle of the hammock.

6. Do hammocks come in various sizes?

There are single, double and kids hammocks.

Recommendation: at HammockStore one can pick from a large selection of single hammocks, double hammocks or kids hammocks from Amazonas and Neptune. You have the choice of different colours, materials and standing styles.

7. How much space do I need to hang a hammock?

Primarily it depends on the hammock chosen, but usually a 3-5m space is enough.

8. How does one sit in a hammock?

You always have to sit down in the hammock and then raise your legs in; it's recommended you sit on a diagonal, this way your hammock will stay open and your body straight!

9. What are the moves one can make in a hammock?

Best position to be in in a hammock is lying down. You can't jump from it, sit up or kneel in a hammock...unless you want to take the risk that you might fall out.