What should I consider when buying a rope hammock?
If you are looking to purchase a rope hammock, you should ask yourself the following questions:
- How many people does it need to accommodate?
- What is my price range?
- How much space do I have to hang my rope hammock?
- How do I plan to hang my hammock?
- Do I want spreader bars?
- Is there a particular brand that I am interested in?
By answering the questions above, you should have a good idea which rope hammock is right for you.
How much do rope hammocks cost?
Rope hammocks can range in price based on their size, material and many other factors. At OnlyHammocks.com, we have rope hammocks that range in price from around $80 to $140.
What else do I need with my rope hammock?
Each rope hammock is a little different as is each hammock owner. Depending on how you plan to hang your rope hammock, you may require a hammock hanging kit or a hammock stand. For additional comfort, we recommend browsing through our hammock accessories for hammock pads, pillows and blankets.
What are spreader bars?
Most rope hammocks are designed with one or two spreader bars towards one or both ends of the hammock. They are usually constructed of solid wood and are designed to provide additional strength, style and stability. Each spreader bar contains a series of evenly distributed holes to feed the cord of the rope hammock from the hammock bed to the hanging point.
What types of material are used to construct a rope hammock?
Most rope hammocks are constructed of polyester or cotton, however there are some additional materials that can be used such as nylon and olefin.
How can I hang my rope hammock?
There are a variety of ways to hang your rope hammock. You can choose to hang it from a hammock stand, between two trees or between two wooden or steel posts. Regardless of what method you use to hang your hammock, you will want to make sure that your hanging device is capable of holding the weight that the hammock is intended to be used for. For example, if your rope hammock has a weight capacity of 450 lbs. and you intend to hang it from a hammock stand, you want to be sure that the hammock stand also has a weight capacity of 450 lbs. You can find weight capacities for all hammocks and stands on the product details page for each product. |
