0:13 How to Clean a Camping Hammock

Step 1: Check the care label. Our camping hammocks are fast drying and easy to clean. Most can be machine washed in a front-loading machine. You can also easily hand wash. Before washing, please check the care label for any specific care.

Step 2: Remove hardware. Whether machine or hand washing, first remove any carabiners, straps, clips or other hardware. There’s no need to untie any knots. Set the carabiners aside.

Step 3: Shake out. Shake your hammock outside to remove any pollen, leaves or debris.

Step 4: Machine wash or handwash. If your hammock is machine washable: place in a front-loading machine by itself. Add a dose of mild detergent. Do not use bleach or a softener because it will degrade the fabric. Wash with cold water on the gentle/delicate cycle. If hand washing: immerse it in a bucket of cold water with a dose of mild detergent. Let it soak for 5-10 minutes. Then, gently massage the fabric and rinse with clean water. Tip: A sink or bathtub also works!

Step 5: Air dry in the shade. To dry, either hang it up or lay it flat. Never put your hammock in a clothes dryer – that would be too much heat. If drying outdoors, be sure to hang in the shade – the sun’s UV rays can fade and weaken the fabric. Tip: On a sunny, breezy day, the hammock can dry in less than 30 minutes.

Step 6: Re-attach hardware. Once thoroughly dry, re-attach the carabiners, straps and hardware per instructions.

Step 7: Now you’re ready for your next adventure. Now it’s ready to store away, pack up or head back out there for another adventure.

1:26 How to Clean Polyester and DuraCord Rope Hammocks

Step 1: Prepare for hand washing. Our weather-resistant rope hammocks feels as soft as cotton, but much more durable. Periodic cleaning will keep your hammock looking and performing its best. To clean a Polyester Rope Hammock or DuraCord Rope Hammock, you’ll need a bucket of warm water, a dose of mild liquid detergent, a soft-bristled brush or sponge, a garden hose and a tarp.

Step 2: Shake out. First, shake out your hammock outside to remove any pollen, leaves or debris.

Step 3: Lay it flat. Now, spread your hammock out on the tarp or on a clean, flat surface. There’s no need to take the hammock apart. Tip: A kiddie pool can also work - simply drape spreader bars over the sides.

Step 4: Soak the hammock. Thoroughly hose down the hammock bed. Be sure to keep the spreader bars dry and out of the water. Do not use a pressure washer – it exerts too much force and can damage the fibers.

Step 5: Gently brush. Now pour on some of the mild soap and water solution and gently brush to work out any stains. Tip: For best results, let it soak in soapy water for an hour before brushing.

Step 6: Hose off excess soap. Hose or rinse thoroughly to remove any excess soap. You may need to repeat a few times until the water is clear.

Step 7: Flip over. Flip the hammock over and clean the other side, if needed. Gently brush with the soapy water mix and then rinse with clean water.

Step 8: Air dry on flat surface. Allow your hammock to air dry on a flat surface so the rope doesn’t stretch while drying.

Step 9: Now you’re ready to get out there and relax Once thoroughly dry, it’s ready to store away or hang back up. Re-install in accordance to instructions.

2:33 How to Clean a Quilted Sunbrella® Hammock

Step 1: Prepare for hand washing. Our quilted Sunbrella® hammock is resistant to mold, mildew, stains and fading. However, if you do need to clean – it’s easy. You’ll need a bucket of warm water, a dose of mild detergent or dishwashing liquid, a soft-bristled brush or sponge, and a tarp. You’ll need a dose of mild detergent or dishwashing liquid, a soft-bristled brush or sponge, a bucket of warm water, and a tarp.

Step 2: Shake out. First, shake out your hammock outside to remove any pollen, leaves or debris. Lay the hammock on the tarp or on a clean, flat surface. There’s no need to take it apart. Tip: A kiddie pool can also work -- simply drape spreader bars over the sides.

Step 3: Spot clean. Light spot cleaning is generally best to prevent the fiberfill batting from bunching up. Using your soft-bristled brush or sponge, gently clean with the mild soapy-water solution. Be sure to keep the spreader bars dry.

Step 4: Rinse off. Lightly rinse with clean water to remove excess soap.

Step 5: Flip over. Flip the hammock over and spot clean the reverse side, if needed. Lightly rinse off with clean water.

Step 6: Hang to air dry. Hang your hammock back up to air dry. Re-install in accordance to instructions.

Step 7: Now you’re ready to get out there and relax. Once thoroughly dry, it’s ready for storing or more relaxing.

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