source<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow Can I Prevent Mildew or Mold Growth?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The key to preventing mold is by making sure your tents are completely dry when you store them.<\/strong> This is even important for synthetic tent materials such as nylon, polyester, silnylon, etc., because even though mold doesn’t feed directly on synthetic materials, it can feed on the dirt, and other food sources such as sweat and other substances that you might not be able to see. <\/p>\n\n\n\nKeeping your tent clean and dry is not just being nice to your personal belongings, it’s essential to make your tent last as long as possible. This is even more important for canvas tents! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAdditionally, mold of all types hate sunlight. They’re like trolls in that way. The problem is that most fabrics don’t really like direct sunlight either. So you have to make sure and only use the sun to control mold for short periods of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bottom-Line<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Drying your tent is essential to keeping your tent healthy. It’s important for synthetic tents, and many times<\/strong> more important for canvas tents. Not only that, your own health is improved by not exposing yourself to any mold growth. Let’s learn how to dry your tent! <\/p>\n\n\n\nSummary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Drying a tent can be arduous! Don’t let this stop you, though. It’s important for the longevity of your tent, preventing mildew and subsequent fabric damage and even health concerns. I admit, I’ve put away a tent that was wet before–after doing this research, though, I want to do better and take care of my camping equipment so it can keep us into adventure as long as possible. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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