sbf / May 25, 2023
Ripstop fabrics are woven fabrics, often made of nylon, using a reinforcing technique that makes them more resistant to tearing and ripping. During weaving, stronger (and often thicker) reinforcement yarns are interwoven at regular intervals in a crosshatch pattern. Ripstop is typically used in making products for the outdoors. Sails, tents, sleeping…
sbf / May 24, 2023
Ripstop Canvas is a PU coated polyester fabric which has a ripstop weave using a special reinforcing technique that makes it resistant to tearing and ripping. Ripstop is tough, durable and is ideal for use in heavy-duty applications such as vehicle covers, industrial tarpaulins, heavy-duty camping tents, reusable shopping bags,…
sbf / April 18, 2023
Why Canvas Tents Rule Canvas Tents vs. Nylon Tents: Why Canvas is the Best Tent Material Tents made from cotton canvas are breathable, waterproof, environmentally friendly, and insulating. Most camping tents are made from plastics (nylon, polyester) which are cheap to manufacture but lack the durability and weather resistance of…
sbf / April 18, 2023
What are the different types of canvas camping tents? The primary types of canvas camping tents are: Flex Bow Tents (or spring rod style canvas tents) Canvas Flex Bow or spring rod style tents are hands-down the best tents for bad weather. The design and pole structure of this canvas tent…
sbf / April 18, 2023
Canvas or Synthetic/Nylon – what’s the best material for camping tents? Tents are typically made from two different types of material: synthetic material (nylon) and cotton canvas. There are different grades and types of these materials, but they basically all boil down to those two materials. SBF Canvas camping tents…
sbf / April 6, 2023
What is ripstop fabric? The ripstop is a grid woven into the fabric to improve its strength and to help prevent tearing. Ripstop fabrics are generally light weight and are commonly seen in Tents, Kites and Bike bags etc. Heavy duty ripstop fabric is also available, often in a canvas…