I'm right in the middle of my first DIY (literally have half the hems done) with what I think is the same PU coated dig camo. I'm considering a double layer at least down the middle. I'm I paranoid? Or is this material too thin to go with a single layer?
Also, you wouldn't consider this stuff truely water proof, would you?
I wouldn't make a hammock from coated fabric... It'd be like laying on a sheet of plastic sheeting: you'd get wet from your own sweat.
That said, I'm 210lbs and my test hammock is thin 1.1oz/sq yard ripstop nylon. On a gathered-end hammock, you'd be surprised at the strength of normal fabrics.
RE: Label: the bargain bin stuff at walmart never has a good label on it, that I've seen... if you're not familiar with the fabrics, some do a "burn test." Nylon is generally easier to identify.. Cotton burns to ash. Polyester burns with black smoke and drips something terrible... the rest? (rayon, etc.) I'm not sure... somebody here with more experience than I should be able to help...
--Wishing I could find SilNylon at WW
John
Ask and ye shall receive!
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Just back early from the SEHHA,
Acer
It's better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it.
Formerly known as Acercanto, my trail name is MacGuyver to some, and Pucker Factor to others.
It's not procrastinating, its proactively delaying the implementation of the energy-intensive phase of the project until the enthusiasm factor is at its maximum effectiveness. - Randy Glasbergen
****...my sister lives in Manchester, CT. I never thought to ask her to stop by and look for fabric. lol
You da man!Originally Posted by acercanto
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