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Five Reasons Why Hammocks Are Good for Your Health
Did you know even famous explorer Christopher Columbus enjoyed joining the ancient cultures who enjoyed sleeping on hammocks. Columbus allegedly described the experience as resting on “sleeping nets between trees.” The hammocks of Central America many eons ago kept our human ancestors away from the dangerous spiders and snakes hung out on jungle floors after dark. They still do. While much of this danger no longer applies, hammocks offer extreme comfort for ...
How far apart do hammock posts need to be?
One of the most common questions asked is how far apart do hammock posts need to be?
We will answer that question with the definitive guide to hanging your hammock between posts.
Follow installation directions carefully. Prior to each use, inspect your hammock, hardware, installation points, and objects supporting your hammock for wear or weakness. Proceed carefully and take your time getting into and out of your hammock. Any hammock may tip ...
Sleeping In Hammocks
In 2019 so many of us are looking for new ways to feel better in our everyday lives. Sleep is one thing that affects us all, a bad night’s sleep can equal poor productivity the next day as well as low moods and generally feeling unwell.
The NHS advises that we can get seriously ill from lack of sleep and The Sleep Council recommends finding somewhere we feel comfortable to relax is the first step to getting a better night's sleep.
Hammocks have been around for at least 1000 years ...
Did sailors sleep in hammocks?
From Wikipedia
Naval hammocks
Around 1590, hammocks were adopted for use in sailing ships; the Royal Navy formally adopted the canvas sling hammock in 1597.[citation needed] Aboard ship, hammocks were regularly employed for sailors sleeping on the gun decks of warships, where limited space prevented the installation of permanent bunks.
Since a slung hammock moves in concert with the motion of the vessel, the occupant is not at risk of ...
Glossary of Hammock Related Terms
If you use hammocks all the time, then you will want to be familiar with the jargon. Here are some of the most useful hammock-related terms and definitions that we can find.
Asym
This refers to a hammock whose form is not symmetrical, such that if it were folded in half along the long axis, the two halves would not correspond. This is a technique used to allow for a more comfortable ‘diagonal’ lay in the hammock by creating more room for the head and feet.
Banana
This is when the ...
Hammock vs bed
Have you ever wondered which is better: a hammock or a bed? Some people may favour the cosy comforts of a mattress. In contrast, others prefer the versatility and transformative power of lounging in a hammock.
Whether you're looking to upgrade your bedroom furniture or just trying to rest outdoors and do hammock camping, this comparison article will help you determine which option might be best for you!
We'll talk about the advantages and disadvantages of each so that by the end, we can ...
Hammocks Guide
Hammock Guide
This quick guide will go from the smallest and cheapest hammocks up to the biggest and most expensive, then we will finish it off with some comments about hanging chairs, and some notes about hammocks with spreader bars.
Nearly all Tropilex hammocks are hand made in Colombia from recycled cotton. The cotton is soft, strong and comfortable and the colours and designs are gorgeous.
I will try to mention only the benefits and disadvantages specific to each type of hammock, and only ...
Can You Meditate On A Hammock?
In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an inevitable part of our lives. As a result, many people are looking for ways to relax and unwind. Meditation, an ancient practice, has become increasingly popular to combat stress and improve mental health. But have you ever heard of "hammock meditation"? This relatively new trend involves combining the relaxation of hammock lounging with the focus of meditation. By suspending themselves in a hammock, practitioners can enhance their meditation ...
Why Buy A Kids Hammock For Your Children?
What Is A Kids Hammock?
Let’s start with our definition of a kid's hammock. There are two characteristics that define a kid's hammock.
A kid's hammock is one that has a single cord at the end rather than a spread of cords. This is a safety feature. It means that if the child climbs up the end of the hammock and climbs through the cords, there is nowhere to enclose around the child’s neck.
Kid's hammocks are smaller than a single adult hammock. The maximum fabric laying ...
Garden Hammock Guide
What is a Garden Hammock?
Let’s define a garden hammock to start with.
Definition of hammock – a bed made of canvas or rope mesh suspended from two supports by cords at both ends. ( Oxford Dictionary )
Definition of garden – a piece of ground adjoining a house, in which grass, flowers, and shrubs may be grown.
Oh wow! Look how thorough we are being. There is no room for confusion here.
Why Buy A Garden Hammock?
A place to relax. If you want to relax in your garden right now, ...
National hammock day
National hammock day is an official holiday to celebrate the one piece of outdoor gear that can have you kicking up your feet and enjoying a nap almost anywhere. Whether lying in the backyard, camping under the stars, or at the beach catching some sun, a hammock can bring comfort and relaxation everywhere you go!
So why take this national hammock day as an opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy all hammock offers? Whether it's your first time trying one out or if you already consider ...
Hanging Chairs Vs Regular Furniture – Pros and Cons
Indoor hanging chairs are an exciting addition to any room in your home. If you want to install a hanging chair outdoors on a deck or patio, you’ll feel the same excitement as it is a perfect complement to your regular outdoor furniture.
Pros of Hanging Chairs
These chairs have multiple advantages – and some downsides – when compared to regular furniture, whether indoors or outdoors. Fabric hanging chair-hammocks are the most popular and have the advantages of a hammock as well ...
Travel Hammock: Making The Travelling Easier!
Traveling to different wonderful places provides you an amazing feeling of pondering and satisfaction unparalleled by most different things on this planet. You can invest days on end getting a charge out of nature and love chasing for the best apparatus to make your stay the most compensating. A traveler, who loves to spend nights at different outdoor places and travels a lot, should have a good travel hammock that could keep him/her comfortable and makes their traveling memorable.
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Our Hanging Chairs At Home
A Personal Guide To Hanging Chairs
Right now our daughter is laying on the floor on his back with just his feet in his hanging chair. She’s seven, and he has spent the last hour in various positions in and around the Comfort White hanging chair in our apartment. She’s probably planning who she is going to attack next in Minecraft.
I have a few observations:
My first is that a hanging chair is a bit more convenient than a hammock. Especially if you are the type of person who ...
How To Set Up A Hanging Hammock Chair
How do you hang a hanging chair? What is the correct height for a hanging chair? Don’t worry Cool Hammocks is here with all these answers and more in our blog post – How to hang a hanging chair!
What is the Correct Height for a Hanging Chair?
There isn’t a ‘one size fits all answer to offer when you’re trying to find the correct height for a hanging chair. Each model has a unique dimensional profile which you must consider. Additional variables, such as the weight of the ...
5 Places To Hang Your Hammock In The Garden
Hammocks are an awesome approach to make you comfortable and have some rest while making the most of nature's ponder. Just lie down on a hammock in your garden and appreciate the sounds, sights and possesses an aroma similar to the Appalachian woods as you float all through a decent early afternoon snooze.
There are several ways in which you can hang your favorite hammock in the garden and can enjoy your free time. Keep reading the article to know those amazing ways.
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4 Boring Things About Hammocks
Not everything is interesting.
The humble hammock has been around for centuries but what do we actually know about them? Where do they originate from? Why do I sleep better in a hammock? Well, we have picked our top interesting facts about hammocks and have put them all in one place here for your perusal!
Who invented the hammock?
Well depending on who you ask you will be either told the Mayans invented hammocks or you will be told we simply do not know. The Mayans invented ...
10 Things To Know About Our Travel Hammocks
HammockHeaven’s Travock and Parachute travel hammocks are the ultimate travel accessory. Perfect for everyone from day trippers to road warriors, they are sure to become an indispensable part of your travel gear. Here are ten things you should know about these popular packable models.
1. Stuff sack included
Did we mention packable? Both the Parachute and Travock travel hammocks come with their own stuff sack. The one on the Parachute models is even attached, creating a convenient pocket that ...
Why you should consider a hanging chair as well as a hammock
This slightly weird blog post was written by someone I found on Fiverr … this is what you get for €5!
Popular, fun, and comfortable hammocks, as well as hanging chairs, instantly change any yard or patio into an open-air oasis. These jazzy seats are accessible in an assortment of hues, sizes, materials, and shapes, and can run from beautiful and bordered to smooth and chic.
Hammock seats are one of the main things that quickly come to mind when we think about relaxation both outside and ...
Good Campsites For Hammock Lovers 2021
Camping is one of the best things you can do outdoors, especially in campsites where you’re provided the ultimate freedom, all around the UK there are campsites dotted around. However, not all of them allow hammocks, so today we’ve created a round-up compiled of the best hammock-friendly campsites in the UK for you, so all you need to do is head on over and pitch up your hammock. Some of the places have hammocks for rental too, so if you’re unsure about purchasing your own this may be the ...