What could be easier than buying Hammocks? You better read on ...

Hammocks. Have you ever experienced the luxury of doing absolutly nothing in the most comfortable position ever?

Was that a yes or a no?

Only hammocks can offer truly shameful comfort!

But these relaxing beauties do have a problem. They seem simple enough, but there are so many different types available out there that you might just kind of lose track and end up buying a patio bench.

The best place to start, and this is often overlooked, is to figure out why you want one in the first place. Meaning, what kind of person are you and where are you going to use it. They shouldn’t be an impulse buy. Well, today, we are going to try to get your ideas straight and help you become the terrible, relaxed, lazy person that you deserve to be.

hammocks or hamacas

Some questions you should ask yourself about hammocks are:

  • Is it for yourself or will you need a double size one
  • Will it be used just on the deck or garden, or will it be with you on vacation
  • Are you willing to take good care of it
  • Will you need a stand or do you have trees, posts, etc, for hanging it

    • Although there are many variations, they generally boil down to three main types: string or mayan, fabric, and rope.

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    I’m going to start with the traditional Myan version, for the simple reason that I have one hanging between a fig tree and apricot tree. I love it, it's old, ugly and discoloured, but so comfortable!

    String or Mayan Hammocks:

    Mayan or string versions are very popular and come in single, double and king size. Not all Myan units are woven in Mexico but they are all woven in the true Myan style and come in multi-coloured patterns. The fabulous colours of the woven strings, from which these items are made will fade over time, much quicker if left under the sun and rain. But if you want a low-to-no maintenance unit then this is the one for you. However, string versions are not as strong as rope or fabric variations.

    This type is also the most delicate. It’s easy to pull a thread with shoes, buttons or even a wallet in a back pocket ... so be careful. A great advantage is its weight – they are light and can be taken anywhere. I always throw mine in the back of the car and can usually find a couple of trees strong enough to take my weight. A beer, a good book and a hammock can turn an otherwise ordinary afternoon in to something special.
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    Rope Hammocks:

    Just so as you understand what the rope version is, you can usually see this kind of beauty hanging from a fancy heavy-duty teak stand in glossy magazine ads.

    They are stronger than the Myan variety and are able to carry people that have eaten too many ribs during a barbecue without feeling any stress. Rope units almost always have a wooden bars at the head and foot, which keep the thing open. They are very comfortable, but due to the heavy duty cords, they do tend to leave a criss-cross pattern along your back and legs. The cords themselves are generally cotton or synthetic, if you live in a damp climate perhaps polyester should be something worth considering. Just one word of caution, if you are used to the Myan style variety, be careful getting on a rope version: due to the spreader-bars, they tend to tip quite easily. Once your on its okay, getting on and off can be fun sometimes.

    Fabric Hammocks:

    This is the type that was traditionally used on the old sailing ships made of canvas. The main problem with this type of recliner is that there is very little ventilation, this can become a problem if you use it for sun bathing: you’ll get rather sticky!

    That is the only drawback this this type of product. They are available in many different materials (i’m not sure if those old heavy duty canvas versions are still around), ranging from cotton mesh to synthetic fabrics which make great weather-proof additions to any deck or patio.

    Now you’ve got it ... You’ve got to hang it!

    Most units comes complet with hanging instructions, but just so as you know, you’re going to need two solid supports (trees, posts, walls, beams, etc.) about 15 feet apart. Hook the ends so as that they are about 4-5 feet from the ground and that the material forms a gentle curve, the lowest part being about 2-3 feet from the ground.

    I use quick release mountain climbing clips on the ends of mine, this lets me hook and relax at the speed of light. I recommend this to everyone.

    That’s it, modern day versions of the old fabric recliners no longer hold any secrets from you! As I said before, there are many variations, but you should now have enough information to help you decide what is right for you. Now go relax!