Unusual country furniture made of fabric: hammocks. Choosing a travel hammock together! fabric hammock length

You can make your summer vacation even more comfortable and enjoyable by placing a hammock on the garden plot. Who doesn't love relaxing, rocking and napping in an outdoor hanging bed?

Recently, a hammock has become an indispensable summer cottage attribute. New interesting models have appeared, the possibilities of placing hammocks have expanded and the design of hanging furniture has improved. Consider the most popular types of hammocks, how to install them in the garden, and describe the basic rules for choosing and using country swing beds.

Hammock in the backyard - a practical solution for decorating the garden

The hammock was invented by the prudent South American Indians as a safe place to sleep. A bed suspended in the air protected a person from the bites of insects and snakes. Today, for most people, a hammock is associated with a pleasant pastime, summer and relaxation.

Unusual design variations of hammocks allow them to be used to decorate the garden, emphasize the style of landscape design and the refined taste of their owner.

However, along with an attractive appearance, the main function of a hammock is its practical use. Staying in a hammock is not only comfortable, but also useful:

Combinations of various materials and various colors, as well as new ways of installing hammocks, allow them to be used in any garden, regardless of the presence of special supports, the age of growing trees, the size of the territory and the landscape direction of the summer cottage.

The hammock can be placed under the canopy of trees, near an artificial pond or fountain, or it can be placed on a spacious terrace overlooking the garden.

The main types of hammocks and their characteristics

Hammocks differ from each other in the way of installation (hanging, frame), material of manufacture (fabric, wickerwork) and functionality (hammock swing, hammock chair). Each of the hammocks has its own advantages and technical features.

hammock "Mexican" - a classic version of hanging furniture

The classic version of the hammock is the hanging or "Mexican" hammock. A hanging-type hammock is usually made of synthetic fabric or wicker. The weight of such hammocks is small and you can easily take them with you on trips. Fabric hammocks are quite durable, but some models of wicker hammocks are designed for light loads and can last only a couple of seasons.

To install a hanging hammock, you can use two closely spaced fairly strong trees or poles. If the trees in the garden are young, then you can independently install the necessary supports - the pillars must be dug into the ground (for greater reliability, the supports must be poured with cement).

On sale there are special fasteners that allow you to expand the range between the supports and protect trees from injury.

The cost of "Mexican" hammocks is very democratic, and depends on the material used. The cheapest wicker hammocks. A model of a hanging hammock with a mosquito net will cost a little more.

It is undesirable to install a hanging hammock in an area where there are small children, since it will be problematic for a child to get into it, but getting out is even more difficult. Therefore, you need to pay attention to other models of country hammocks.

hammock "Brazilian" - a family hammock with a solid frame

The hammock is located low, has a wide design and additional supports. In fact, such a hammock is stationary (it weighs a lot), but there are also folding models that you can take with you on vacation trips. Folding models are less stable, as they are mainly made of light metal.

The main advantages of a hammock with a frame include:

safety;
can be installed anywhere, regardless of the location of the trees;
frame hammocks are available in various shapes and any color (you can order a hammock according to an individual sketch).

Country hammocks with a frame are family-type furniture, as adults, children and the elderly can relax on them.

alternative hammock options (hammock swing, hammock chair and children's hammocks)

For a family in which children grow up, you can install swing hammock for giving. The original swing will decorate the garden plot and great entertainment for the kids.

The most common type of hanging swing is a round-shaped cradle hammock. Such a swing can complement the existing recreation area in the country or diversify the children's corner.

A distinctive feature of swing hammocks is that they have one attachment point, which is why such a hammock can be freely swayed. There are swings-hammocks of large diameter, which are equipped with soft mattresses, ottomans and canopies. The whole family can relax in such hammocks at the same time. Of course, you will have to pay a decent amount of money for such comfort.

For people who save their time and want to combine a pleasant pastime with work, an excellent option would be hammock chair. In a comfortable rocking chair, you can not only relax, but also work at a computer, read a book or knit.

Most hammock chairs are equipped with a canopy - an umbrella can protect you from the scorching rays of the sun or from short-term summer rain.

Young summer residents like to swing on their own in children's hammock, designed for a maximum weight of up to 36 kg. The hammock has a special fabric cradle, which consists of a bottom and side walls (protective sides). The bottom of the cradle has an ergonomic shape, which ensures a comfortable position for the child.

Such a hammock can be attached to a horizontal bar, a strong tree branch or in a doorway. The children's hammock is safe to use - the child will not be able to roll over.

Rules for the placement and use of hammocks

At the stage of planning the purchase of a country hammock, it is advisable to decide on its location. It is important to take into account the following points:

We list the basic rules for installing and using a hammock in a summer cottage:

For those who decide for the first time to buy "suspended" furniture for arranging a summer cottage, it will be useful to know a number of tips that will help you not to make a mistake with the choice of a high-quality and comfortable hammock.

A hammock is usually used in summer - in hot weather, so it is very important that the material of manufacture is well breathable, does not cause irritation, allergic reactions and is as comfortable as possible. Cotton does this better.
Nylon hammocks are more durable, but less elastic and poorly breathable.
Mesh (wicker) hammocks leave marks on the skin and stretch quickly under prolonged loads.
Hammocks with a flat weave of cord rub the skin less than hammocks with a round weave.
Cross bars in a hammock prevent strong stretching and twisting of the fabric, but in such a hammock it is more difficult to maintain balance.
Hammocks with braided fastening on spring-type carabiners are more durable.

We make a hammock with our own hands

If you want to save money and have free time (about three hours), you can try and make a hammock to give yourself.

To make a hanging hammock from fabric, you need to prepare:

wooden slats-beams (2 pieces, length 1-1.5 meters);
thick linen cord;
fastening rings;
rope;
tarpaulin or thick cotton fabric (you can use an old curtain or curtain);
hammock attachment kit

All work on creating an exclusive hammock for a summer residence can be divided into the following stages:

In the crossbars, it is necessary to drill holes at a distance of about 5 cm (20-30 holes should be obtained).
The base of the hammock is made: the fabric must be cut (length about 2.5 meters, width - 1.5-1.8 meters).
Edges or leather straps can be sewn along the longitudinal edges of the hammock - they will serve as an additional fixation of the shape of the "suspended" bed.
We attach ropes to each wooden plank and bring them to the place of attachment.
We pass the linen cords through the rings on the basis of the hammock and the holes in the crossbars. The ends of the cords must be brought to the place of attachment. We do this procedure on both sides of the hammock.
We connect ropes (two ends) and a lot of linen cords on each side of the hammock. We attach a special mount for hammocks to the common beam.
Installs a hammock on prepared supports or trees.

Relaxing in a hammock is a great way to relax and enjoy your free time surrounded by a garden. Therefore, you should not "drag out" with the purchase or manufacture of such a simple and necessary attribute of a full-fledged country holiday.

The word "hammock" comes from the Spanish hamaca, which means " fishnet". The origin of this wonderful item is obvious, as well as the original use - the nets were used for sleeping on ships to reduce pitching (and in fact - not to roll on the floor), not to get wet if water splashes on the floor, and to sleep for rats out of reach. Naturally, in marine civilizations (especially Spanish-speaking ones), hammocks quickly migrated to the shore. They have become extremely popular in all Spanish-speaking countries of Central and Latin America, where they are used as bed, armchair, swing and cradle. But not only the letter "k" begins the amazing properties of this wonderful object. A hammock in a cold area is also a substitute for tents when spending the night in the open air, and blankets - because you can wrap yourself up in it and wrap yourself up (in the mountains they are made not from nets, but from thick woolen fabric). Hammocks have evolved, spread from culture to culture by sea, unfortunately China has become interested in them (with all the consequences for the hammock market of the rest of the world). Well, here we will try to show that a hammock can be useful, wonderful and functional as a projectile at a sports complex (or next to it). But let's start in order. Types of hammocks.

What are hammocks?

A. By type of weave 1. Rope hammocks 2. Fabric hammocks 3. Camping hammocks 4. Maya hammocks 5. Nicaraguan hammocks 6. Brazilian hammocks 7. Quilted hammocks

B. By type of attachment / suspension 1. Hammock with stand 2. Wooden hammocks 3. Swing 4. Portable folding hammock 5. Canopy hammock 6. TearDrop Hammock

B. Other features 1. With spreader bar 2. Yoga hammock 3. All-weather hammocks and pool hammocks 4. Hammocks for two 5. Reversible hammocks

D. By material 1. Natural (cotton, wool) 2. Synthetic (polyester, nylon).

A. Classification of hammocks by type of weaving

1 Rope Hammocks

A cotton rope hammock with spreader bars is a reference image of a hammock in our culture. Origin - Caribbean. Such a hammock can be placed outside the country sports complex, for example, stretched from one of the supports to the wall of the house as a "VIP box for parents". Children usually prefer hammocks without slats as they are more suitable for climbing, hide-and-seek, play and they are more flexible.

If you think of a hammock, the first thing that comes to your mind is the image of a rope hammock. This is a popular image in pop culture and you have probably seen it on TV more than once. This is a traditional hammock, now many of them are made of polyester, historically such a hammock was made of cotton. Rope hammocks are often hung between two trees and this will also immediately come to your mind if someone says that they are going to relax in a hammock. Often rope hammocks are made with slats, the so-called "distributors" (spreader bar). For the uninitiated user, these slats simplify the use of the hammock: the slats separate its sides, it is easier to get into and out of the hammock if it is hung correctly (at a comfortable height, well stretched, the distance between the suspension is sufficient). Of course, when folded, such a hammock will take up more space: it is twisted into a kind of roll around the slats. Unfortunately, lately synthetic hammocks have been replacing cotton hammocks as they last longer outdoors and are more durable. They have no problem with mold: polyester is resistant to it. Cotton is more flexible and breathes better. Of course, this is a matter of personal preference. You just have to think about how you are going to use the hammock and whether mold resistance is needed in your situation. From our point of view, cotton is definitely better for the home, for giving - you can consider options. In any case, you will remove a hammock hanging on the street for the winter, but if the summer is humid, of course, you can prefer an option that will not be afraid of rain when hanging separately on the street or at an outdoor sports complex. Rope hammock is good for use inside the sports complex, if it does not have distribution bars and only outside, if there are such bars (with climbing bars, it is of little use, takes up much more space and interferes with other projectiles). In general, for an apartment, a balcony, and other places where space is limited, it is better to use a hammock without slats. Once you get used to using it, you will find that it is more comfortable and gives you more options than a hammock with slats, the position in which is more given. In Russia, you can buy beautiful natural (cotton) Mexican hammocks, they are brought to us, they will really cost a lot (like a Swedish wall), but they are worth it.

2. Fabric hammocks (Woven Hammocks)

Fabric hammocks are the second most common in the world after rope hammocks. Many people will prefer a fabric hammock because it is very comfortable and beautiful. A good fabric hammock is usually made from cotton or a blend of wool (wool + cotton, wool + acrylic). The comfort of a hammock will be determined not only by the material, but also by the weaving of the threads. The hammock must be diagonally elastic (jacquard weave), so all the options for cheap Chinese hammocks made of synthetic materials or tarpaulin, sold in the sections of summer cottages and not having elastic weaving, can discourage you from using hammocks forever. Don't fall for it! Try a hammock made of comfortable fabric and it will become your favorite.

A good fabric hammock should be made of special fabric diagonal stretch weave, it is this that provides him with plasticity and convenience. The weave of the fabric gives a different pattern on the top and bottom side, which makes them even more beautiful and allows you to use both sides. These hammocks also come with and without side rails. Such a hammock is more comfortable in cool weather than a hammock net, so it is very good for use in the middle lane both at home and on the street. They are sometimes sold with stands, but most often they are supposed to be attached to trees or hooks in walls. People with children who hang such a hammock in the house will be surprised at how comfortable and functional it will be. You can just relax, watch a movie or read a book with your children in such a hammock. You can sit there with the baby and rock him if he can’t sleep, and it’s much easier than rocking on a fitball or in his arms. It is more comfortable to rock a baby in fabric hammocks than net hammocks, because they are solid and there are no holes where a child can stick a finger or some small object.

In a fabric hammock, it is good to rock a child while sitting with him, but you can also rock him by putting one there. It is safe for a baby in a hammock if you put it across, and not along the hammock. It is more comfortable (the sides do not hang) and safer (you will not roll down). The same position (only sitting) is used by grown-up children if they swing in a hammock like on a swing. A hammock without slats is better for this.

An older child can hide in a hammock and relax, or, conversely, swing like a swing. He will be able to independently climb into such a hammock and climb out of it already at the age of about 1.5 years, if the hammock is low suspended. If the fasteners in the walls are used through carabiners, then the hammock can be unfastened in a few seconds if you need to clear the passage. This hammock will fit perfectly into the sports complex. For all these purposes and for use in an apartment, a hammock without distribution bars is better suited.

3. Camping Hammocks

Modern high-tech camping hammocks are not so bad. Treated sports fabrics have their advantages: they are breathable (this needs to be checked), dry quickly after rain, and provide some warmth and some wind protection in cool weather. The prototype of such hammocks were woolen and half-woolen fabric hammocks used in the mountains in Latin America. You can try to use such a hammock at or near the sports complex.

Camping hammocks are a product of modern civilization. They are very common, useful and popular. These are hammocks, usually sold in sports equipment stores or tourism goods stores. They are less environmentally friendly than jacquard hammocks, but take up little space and dry instantly. If you can’t buy a real jacquard fabric hammock or a handmade Brazilian fabric hammock, you have a small budget and you prefer fabric hammocks to chains, then it’s better to choose a camping hammock in specialized sports stores, but do not buy a Chinese canvas hammock in cottage stores and at home, their comfort is incommensurable. You will use this one, that one will never come to life. Camping hammocks are positioned as hammocks for spending the night in nature, sometimes as a replacement for a tent. This is a very lightweight hammock made of synthetic fabric, compact and easy to take with you, whether you are going to nature by car or hiking with a backpack. Portability- their main advantage. The hammock is attached to two trees located at a given distance from each other (usually supports are needed at a distance of 3-4 meters). There are more bulky options that come with suspension or stand options.

4 Mayan Hammocks

Air weaving distinguishes Mayan hammocks. They can be woven from the finest threads and at the same time are very strong and reliable.

Maya hammocks are different special weaving- very frequent. This makes them incredibly strong (they are designed for a load of 250 kg with a dead weight of about 1.5 kg), while being light and breathable. That is, if it is important for you that the hammock can withstand the increased load, then it is better to choose Mayan weaving. They are woven in very large sizes (length 4 meters, width 2 meters) - an adult can easily and comfortably lie across in such a hammock, fully stretched out. That's right (across) these hammocks are very physiological for sleeping. Mayan hammocks are often referred to as double or family hammocks, because they comfortably fit two adults. Mayan hammocks are usually made in very bright colors to be visually appealing. They are so beautiful that they can even decorate the interior of the apartment. And surprisingly durable, despite their naturalness and lightness, although sometimes they are still woven not only from cotton, but also from nylon. The thread itself can be thinner or denser, and this is important, because a thinner thread can be damaged by catching a zipper or a button on a garment. Mayan hammocks are not made with slats, but they are easy to use and stable even for inexperienced people despite this. A great option for home, and for giving, and for use inside or outside the sports complex.

5. Nicaraguan hammocks (Mayan Hammocks)

Very strong and picturesque Nicaraguan double weave hammocks.

Nicaraguan hammocks differ from other types of hammocks in their complex type. double weave. They are woven exclusively from soft cotton cords. They look like Mayan hammocks in the brightness of colors, but they differ in the form of weaving. Both of them (in the "lying" type of suspension) are among the most comfortable of those existing on Earth and are suitable for a night's sleep. Cotton Nicaraguan hammocks are not considered to be durable when used outdoors, so they are either covered with covers in bad weather or used indoors.

6. Brazilian hammocks (Brazilian Hammocks)

Thicker woven Brazilian hammocks are great for our conditions. Their colors are not necessarily so light, they can also be in bright and rich colors, and in moderate ones.

Brazilian hammocks are woven hammocks self made. They look great and are very comfortable. Great for outdoor use in summer in our climate (in tropical countries they are good in shady places and on cool nights, they are hotter in the sun than in rope counterparts). For them, a place on a shady veranda is ideal. They are cozy, they are made in various sizes and colors. There are standard, large and extra large woven Brazilian hammocks that can comfortably accommodate several adults. Their edges are often trimmed with lace or threads of various weaves. These hammocks are safe for children and children are safe for them - after all, they are more difficult to break or snag than rope ones. This is a sturdy hammock and is better protected from the wind when outdoors. As a rule, Brazilian hammocks are made without slats, but you can also find a Brazilian hammock with slats, if this is a matter of principle.

7 Quilted Hammocks

A kind of mattress on a suspension, a quilted hammock has a shape given by a stitch. The civilized version has little to do with its "wild" relative, at least because it will not repeat the shape of the body so plastically and physiologically.

The stitching combined with the distribution slats clearly defines the shape of this hammock. Since in this form it loses plasticity, a pillow often comes with such hammocks.

Such hammocks are often made large and strong so that two people can fit in them or to give one person support with a margin. Then some additional plasticity can be added from the ability to sit diagonally in this hammock. Contrary to common sense, molded hammocks are not always more comfortable. It is worth at least trying several options (quilted and soft, with and without slats) before choosing. It is necessary to try hammocks in a correctly and firmly suspended form.

B. By type of attachment / suspension

1. Hammock with its own stand

Obviously, in this form, the hammock becomes a kind of piece of furniture. In a sporting sense, it becomes uncomfortable. This is a good country option for a clearing or veranda, where there is a lot of space.

There are hammocks that come with their own stand. This makes them easier to use if you don't have suitable stands or trees outside. It also allows you to use the hammock indoors like a chair or sofa, without hooks or other fasteners.

2. Hammock for hanging from supports / trees

Here, along with a hammock, nothing superfluous is provided: only the hammock itself, which can be lengthened with ropes to hang from a tree, pole or hook in the wall and equipped with carabiners to quickly unfasten it and fasten it back.

A hammock of any type of weaving without distribution bars suspended by ropes and carabiners is exactly what we can use inside any sports complex: country or apartment. The hammock is soft and even if you hook it while swinging on some kind of projectile, you won’t hit it, it will simply swing to the side. It can be included in climbing routes, but also unfastened if at some point it seems superfluous and interferes. At the same time, as a rule, such a hammock does not need to be invented at the sports complex with separate mounts: any rack, crossbar or wall bars will do. Of course, in the country, where there is usually plenty of space, a hammock can be hung next to the sports complex, this is your individual decision.

A European person, seeing such a mount, decides that it is not for home. The judgment is strange, because in fact, to hang such a hammock in an ordinary apartment, you only need two hooks in the walls, but if it interferes, then after use, it can be unfastened in a couple of seconds. This is how hammocks are used in the Caribbean countries to sleep on the patio on hot nights. They make an excess number of hooks on the walls and a person can come with his hammock and sit in a convenient place. In Central and Latin America, hammock hooks are sometimes made on the balconies of hotels or on common verandas: a person comes with his hammock and hangs it, it is personal and therefore more familiar / comfortable / clean. These hammocks are also good for use on large open verandas. They can be with or without distribution bars, it doesn't matter.

A variant of mounting a hammock on a semicircular veranda.

Such a mount is good for its non-stationarity: a hammock can be hung in good weather and removed in bad weather or if a place is needed for something else. Similarly, on hooks and carabiners, you can hang a hammock in the house. If necessary, the connection can be extended with rope loops. The optimal distance between the supports with such a hammock suspension is from 3 to 4.5 meters, depending on the length of the hammock. If the hammock is large in length (4 meters, as in the case of Mayan hammocks), the mounts can be placed higher, the hammock becomes semi-sitting. It is easier to sit in such a hammock than in a strictly horizontal one. A large hammock retains the ability to lie flat if used in a transverse position.

This photo shows the mount: a hook in the wall and a carabiner that makes it easy to unfasten the hammock if necessary. This need, by the way, rarely arises: children can pass by stepping over or sitting under a hammock and use it as often as possible - dozens of times a day. So it usually stands without using just the next chair. The flower, in our experience, is better to move away from the hammock.

If there is no place in the apartment to hang a "lying" hammock, then for children you can hang it with a loop or choose a sitting model, and this requires one hook to the ceiling or beam.

3. Hammock swing / Hammock chair ( swing chairs)

Although any recumbent hammock can be hung with a loop and made into a sitting hammock, there are specially woven "under the chair" hammocks, they are distinguished by asymmetrical weaving. The weaving of the thread itself (simple, Mayan, Nicagaguan, woven Brazilian) can be anything in such a hammock. With any kind of elastic weaving, such a hammock will be extremely comfortable. It makes it possible to distribute its weight very plastically. For use by children or people who are not accustomed to hammocks, it is enough to hang such a "chair" low and there will be no problems using it.

These Nicaraguan weave hammocks have an asymmetrical suspension that forms a higher "back". They are designed for a seated position. At the same time, the weaving is so elastic that an adult can sit in such a hammock and fully stretch his legs in it. It is these sit-down hammocks that are comfortable and environmentally friendly, and not rigidly molded chair hammocks stuffed with foam rubber. A rope or woven hammock suspended from a stick can be easily washed by removing it from the stick.

This type of hammock can be used inside or near the sports complex. This is also a hammock, for which it is easiest to find a place in the apartment, it needs about 1 square meter, although if the child likes to swing strongly, it is better to leave him more space in dynamic mode at least along one of the axes.

A sitting hammock gives both an adult and a baby the feeling of a cocoon or womb. He is highly psychotherapeutic. This hammock replaces a swing in a children's sports complex, but it can also be used as a flexible crossbar on which a child can hang. It is so comfortable that you can fall asleep in it. It is excellent for rocking a baby (if you take the baby in your arms and sit in it together). At night in the dark, he can give the mom to rock the baby an incomparable experience of being together in the womb.

An attempt to combine the idea of a chair and the idea of a suspension led to the emergence of many suspension seats. Strictly speaking, they are not hammocks, although in fabric forms they are sometimes distantly related to hammocks. Swing chairs can be wicker, can have their own stand or be unsupported, they can even be a significant piece of furniture (like a bed or sofa) on a suspension. But this is a different genre.

Swing chairs exist in a variety of options from fabric to wicker, it is of the economy category to the luxury category. At the same time, a molded fabric swing chair, like the one photographed in the figure on the left, can never be compared in comfort and plasticity with its "ancestor" - a rope or woven hammock.

4. Portable folding hammock ( Portable Folding Hammock

This is an analogue of folding chairs in the hammock industry - a logical continuation of the idea of camping hammocks. Well, if we take a hammock with us, why not make a folding support for it? Suddenly in it seems you will not meet any pillars, no walls with hooks, no trees...

You can take the idea of "I carry everything with me" to the limit and attach foldable portable supports to the hammock. The comfort of the system as a whole will be determined by the material and elasticity of the fabric part and the stability of the supports. This is a simple unassuming tourist option.

5. Canopy hammock ( Hammock with Canopy)

Well, if a hammock can come with its own support stand, why not protect it from rain or sun? Or even provide it with a full-fledged canopy to protect against insects? These hammocks are usually very large and are made so that a couple or family can comfortably sit there together in the sun or rain without unnecessary disturbance. In the camping version, the canopy turns into an awning and you can spend the night in a hammock without fear of rain.

A stationary version of a hammock with an awning for a summer residence, a country house or a mini-hotel.

And here is a camping version of a hammock with an awning: some manufacturers supply them as a kit. Although any awning purchased separately, suspended above the hammock, can be used in this way. But it becomes more clear how you can use a hammock instead of a tent, even in our conditions.

6. Hammock-drop (TearDrop Hammock)

The literal translation of TearDrop hammock means "tear". These are strange drop-shaped hanging systems in the civilized world more often exist in a wicker version. However, their marching modification shows that they have a distant historical relationship to the hammock. Actually the idea here is to combine a hammock and an awning in one design.

TearDrop hammocks for camping.

B. Other Features

1. Hammocks with distribution bar ( Spreader Bars

Hammocks with a distribution bar are quite popular. They require more space when hanging and moving, but clearly keep their shape, as a result, it is easier to lie down in them for people who have little experience, although such a hammock, if suspended incorrectly (too tight, for example), can tumble. In countries of origin, hammocks can usually be purchased with or without a bar. The disadvantage of such hammocks is that they are more difficult to wash. Any ordinary hammock can simply be washed in a washing machine (in a delicate mode), but this design will have to be washed by hand.

Distribution bar on a hammock.

2. Yoga hammock (Poolside Hammocks)

A yoga hammock is distinguished by its shape, suspension, and (as a rule) the presence of additional fabric loops or handles. This allows you to do various asanas and hangs in the air in such a hammock, roll over and stretch. Such a hammock is suspended from the ceiling on two supports. The use of hammocks led to the emergence of a separate type of yoga designed for this. The yoga hammock is specially very flexible and is well suited for use inside a home or country sports complex.

Yoga hammock is suspended from the ceiling on two supports. It allows not only to lie in it, but also to hang upside down and in various other poses, as well as to stretch in every possible way.

Yoga hammocks are usually sewn from thin synthetic fabrics, very durable to break and provide fasteners with a margin of safety (calculated for the weight of three adults). Despite the seeming compactness, their panels are made large enough so that they can completely lie across.

Fabric handles are sometimes replaced with denser ones, as a rule, there are three of them in height. Yoga hammocks are designed for exercise and fit is important, so they come in a variety of sizes for adults and kids.

3. Waterproof hammocks and pool hammocks ( weather proof Poolside Hammocks

It would seem obvious that in the summer on vacation they like to swim and sunbathe, in general, relax, and a hammock just relaxes, and the combination of two relaxing factors in one place is very environmentally friendly. Therefore, there are hammocks specially designed for hanging near pools.

A poolside hammock can be a rope or fabric hammock, but its main feature is mildew resistance, since people are expected to sit on such a hammock when wet.

They are made from mold and rot resistant fabrics, since the pool will have more humid air and people will sit on it after swimming. Such hammocks are usually bright or, on the contrary, eco-friendly colors. They are often sold with distribution bars and posts so that they can be hung away from walls and trees. They are recommended to be cleaned frequently with warm water and soap. They are made from fabrics that can withstand such cleaning (unlike hammocks without spreaders, which can simply be washed in the washing machine). These hammocks are suitable for constantly hanging outside, that is, they are considered all-weather. Although many traditional natural fabric hammocks can also survive several seasons of constant outdoor use due to the fact that they dry out very quickly when wet, the life of natural fabrics in such conditions is usually still lower.

4. Hammock for two ( Two Person Hammock

A hammock is a great place to be there alone or even together with small children.

Regardless of the material and type of weave, there are hammocks specifically designed for two people. These hammocks have a strong weave and are designed for the weight of two adults with a margin, which makes it very comfortable to sit or lie there. Please note that not only the hammock itself and its fasteners must be reliable, but also the ropes that come to the support. Sometimes a hammock can fall due to the fact that these ropes are frayed, therefore, for a large weight, they are additionally strengthened or duplicated.

5. Bilateral hammocks ( Reversible Hammock)

Reversible hammocks are simply a design option where the hammock comes in a different color and can be used upside down and upside down. As a rule, one of the sides is motley, the other is monophonic. However, manufacturers distinguish them in a separate category.

D. Classification by material

1. Natural ( cotton material)

The most popular material for hammocks is cotton, but blended and woolen weaves are found in colder regions. Cotton breathes, it is flexible and pliable, and many people only recognize cotton hammocks. Cotton is more susceptible to mold than synthetic counterparts, so such a hammock must be handled with care, removed in prolonged rains and wet weather. At the same time, if the hammock gets wet and quickly dries in the wind, then there are no problems.

2. Synthetic ( Polyester & Nylon material)

The two main types of synthetic fabrics used in hammocks are nylon and polyester. When polyester hammocks it is important to consider that weaving is primary for comfort and flexibility, and not the material, it is the correct weaving of both a rope and a woven hammock that will determine its convenience, comfort and plasticity, because even the most complex types of weaving, such as Mayan weaving or Nicaraguan double weaving, are used on synthetic fibres. This is done so that the hammock will last longer if it is hung outside and used in wet conditions. It will be less pleasant to the body and less "breathable", but it will wash well and it will be comfortable. Yoga hammocks are commonly made blended (cotton + polyester) to add strength to the fabric while retaining some of the naturalness that is important in a yogic environment. If your city only has a polyester version of a hammock made in China that is not elastic and is rigidly attached to a bar (the worst profanation of the idea of a hammock possible), then try buying a nylon hammock from a sports store instead. It will give a more accurate representation of real hammocks at a similar price.

Nylon hammocks are popular in the camping (tourism) industry. When a hammock is considered as a tent analog, its weight is primary, it is necessary that it is very compact and dries instantly, then nylon is a normal alternative. Nylon is also less prone to decay and mold; hammocks made from this material are not expensive and easy to buy.

Summary. How to choose a hammock and start using it

Do not buy Chinese-made hammocks in shops for summer cottages and at home- you will be disappointed in this subject forever. Even there is this seemingly safe fabric hanging chair, it has nothing to do with what the word "hammock" is called. It is difficult to imagine a person who would be satisfied with these items, they have neither flexibility, nor comfort, nor environmental friendliness. But they can make you put a note in your mind "the hammock is not for me."
If you are traveling in regions where hammocks are popular and widespread, primarily in Central and South America, try hammocks wherever possible. In many stores in these countries there are hammocks that are suspended and you can try them, they are on the verandas, balconies and in the gardens of small hotels. Try everything possible. You will be surprised how you still lived without a hammock. Bring yourself a few different options. There it will seem that it is simple and natural, in Russia you can get the same hammock 2-5 times more expensive, if at all. If your friends are going to this region, ask them to bring them. This is especially true of hanging hammocks-swings (hammocks-chairs) - they are almost not available in Russia, only on order. Ask to bring swing hammock rope or woven not molded (no foam rubber, no rigid shape). He understands, a stick from him can be picked up in Russia, the hammock itself will easily reach in luggage, its weight is about 1.5 kg.
If you live in Moscow - try Maya weave mexican hammocks, they are now being transported to us and they are usually even in stock. There are discounts on some colors: you will get one of the best hammocks that exists in the world. If you need a hammock in an apartment, choose natural, for example, cotton. Many real hammocks can be ordered on Amazon, we specifically left English names here so that you can navigate in the catalogs. If you do not know where to find them - write to us.
If you don’t have access to a supplier that carries elastic weave rope or woven hammocks, and you don’t have friends traveling to Central or Latin America, and you don’t know how to use Amazon, then you don’t need to buy domestic or Chinese inelastic counterparts, better try nylon camping hammock, which can be bought in stock or ordered with delivery to any city in large chain sports stores. This is a very practical and very cheap option. It will not decorate the house, it is more suitable for the forest or the street, but there you can feel that there is a certain feature in it. And your children will appreciate it. These hammocks are well suited for recreation areas of private hotels.
If you are afraid of falling off a hammock, find someone who uses them calmly and ask them to show you how to sit on it safely or go to bed. There are little tricks. If you understand them, then you may like a simple hammock without distribution bars.
Finally, you can try a large hammock with distribution bar, which creates a feeling of reliability even for those who have considerable weight and have no experience in using hammocks at all. Don't stop there, try the Mayan weaving hammock if possible.

One day you suddenly realize that without a hammock it’s not life, but some kind of hard labor. Enough! The beds have time, but the hammock has an hour.

We will tell you how to make a good hammock with your own hands: below are detailed instructions.

What do we need

A piece of durable material 150x200 cm.
Riveter and at least 20 rivets.
Two wooden beams with a thickness of 5-7 centimeters and a length equal to the width of your hammock.
Drill and drill 12 mm.
3.5 meters of strong rope, preferably cotton.
Two large metal o-rings.

1. Choose a fabric. It must be super strong. If you are going to hang your hammock under the roof of an outdoor terrace or gazebo, then the list of requirements is exhausted. If hanging under a tree in the garden, make sure the fabric is waterproof.

2. We hem the edges. Tuck the short edges 6-7 centimeters, iron, fold and iron again, and then hem.

This double tuck will give your hammock two benefits:

Strong base for rivets
The rough edge of the fabric will not be visible

The seam can even be further strengthened by adding a strip of durable fabric inside.

3. We mark the places of future rivets. If you have 10 rivets on each side, then distribute them evenly across the width of the hammock. Mark the places where the rivets will be with a marker on the wrong side of the fabric.

4. We make a hole for the rivets. Chances are your riveting tool won't be able to cut through three layers of strong fabric, so you'll have to cut through them with a sharp knife. Maybe you have a special punch, or you know who to borrow it from (those who are fond of sewing clothes often have this tool). It's okay if the holes are a little sloppy - they will still have rivets put on them.

5. Install the rivets. The method depends on which tool you are using. In general, it is not difficult. Make sure the front and back sides of the rivets on the hammock are positioned correctly.

6. We prepare wooden beams. They must be reliable, strong and impressive, not thinner than 5-7 centimeters in diameter. Make holes in them with the same interval as in the hammock fabric - when combined, they should match. The holes should be wide enough for a loop of rope to pass through. The beams can be sanded and coated with something to protect from the weather.

7. Attach a beam to the hammock. This is also simple: lay the hammock on the ground face up, place the beam on top so that the holes match, and connect them with rope loops - the technology is well understood from the photographs. That hook board you see in the picture makes it kind of easier, but you might be even more comfortable without it.

If you feel that your creative potential is not fully revealed, you can weave intricate rope handles for a hammock, for example, these:

Once you're done with one side of the hammock, repeat the whole process for the other.

For many, the dacha is interesting not so much from the point of view of growing vegetables and fruits on it, but from the point of view of relaxation. And what rest without comfortable furniture? Wicker tables and chairs, sun loungers, swings - all these are vivid examples of countryside decor. Well, it was decided to devote this article to hammocks - even if it’s not exactly furniture, it’s also something conducive to a lazy and relaxed pastime.

In truth, making a hammock at home is not difficult. To do this, you will need ropes, thick fabric (optional), desire and some free time. But it will be much easier and faster to just buy a hammock - this way you will save time and at the same time be sure of its reliability. And the variety of models available for sale is simply amazing!

Varieties of hammocks

It would seem, how can one hammock differ from another and why can these differences be so significant? In fact, there are several varieties of hammocks, and we will try to classify them below.

So, the first on the list is the classic hanging hammock. It does not have a frame, its base can be mesh or made of durable material (cotton, parachute silk or synthetics). Sometimes a mosquito net can be included in the kit, for models that are designed for spending the night on a hike, the base is as dense and waterproof as possible. To install such a hammock, you need two supports at a distance of about three meters from each other. It is important that they are securely fastened, otherwise the entire structure may collapse at the most inopportune moment. Trees or poles can be used as supports. Alternatively, they can be purchased in specialized stores for tourists or hunters.

Framed hammocks are an advanced version of the regular hanging hammock. The advantage of the first over the second is the absence of requirements for supports. Here they are simply not needed, and you can install such a hammock anywhere. In turn, in this type of hammocks, two subspecies can be distinguished: stationary and prefabricated. The first ones look quite bulky, but this has its advantages: they are reliable, can withstand serious weight, and are very stable (it is difficult to overturn them). However, it is better to forget about mobility and lightness with them. Prefabricated models take up less storage space, are much easier to transport, but are less reliable, made from lightweight and often short-lived materials.

A hammock chair is a cross between a hanging swing and a hammock. It is small in terms of useful area, although with a very strong desire you can sleep on it for a couple of hours in a hot summer, but it is most convenient to just read, sit with some gadget, do needlework or chat with friends. A tree is best suited for attaching such a hammock, while it needs only one point of support. The base of such a hammock is usually made of wooden braid, cotton, polyester, mesh models are much less common.

A hammock swing is a symbiosis of a simple swing and a seating area. Interestingly, the greatest variety is observed here: such a device can be stationary, suspended, have a frame or be frameless, can differ dramatically in usable area, be designed only for sitting or also for lying. Attachment point, as in the previous case, only one. A nice bonus is the ability to swing, albeit with a small amplitude.

Hammock Selection Criteria

The first thing to decide is the type of hammock. Here it is easiest to enlist the information given at the beginning of the article. Type, as you already understood, largely determines the appearance (which is very important for aesthetes) and design features. A mesh hammock can withstand weight up to 80-100 kg, so it can simply break if two adults sit on it. And family hammocks are already designed for 160-180 kg. Framed hammocks are ideal for situations where it is not possible to attach a mounted model between two nearby trees. And in general, the frame automatically means mobility - with it you can install a hammock anywhere, even in your room. For a hammock-chair, only one point of support is needed, usually there are no difficulties with finding it. In addition, this performance is great not only for sitting, but also for lying.

Fabric or mesh? This is also important: the second option is classic, does not take up much storage space and very easily turns from a pile of ropes into a place to relax. However, it is much more pleasant and comfortable to spend time on fabric, although at a cost such hammocks usually lose to wicker ones.

Mesh hammocks when folded take up minimal space

With straps or without? The presence of slats, which are most often made of wood, makes it a little more difficult to transport a hammock and makes it more expensive. At the same time, the slats allow the hammock to keep its shape, which is especially important for models designed for two.

For an adult or for a child? It is better, of course, to pay attention to adult models - they are suitable for both children and adults. However, if you are sure that only the younger generation will rest and play on the hammock, you can choose something small in size, original in design and with bright colors. Be that as it may, safety in both cases should be on top, so check the fastening and tear strength of the hammock and pay attention to the material of manufacture. The best choice would be organic cotton, which does not irritate the skin due to the fact that it does not contain synthetic threads.

children's hammock

How many people will rest on a hammock at the same time? Depending on this, choose models that are designed for one person or for two. However, remember that even hammocks for two rarely support a weight of more than 200 kg! If you doubt the reliability of the design, additionally check the material of the sunbed and cross bars.

How wide should a hammock be? When choosing, be guided by the width of your body with a double margin. This is necessary so that when you turn, you do not randomly fall out “overboard”. This is especially true for children's hammocks.

Will the hammock be used for regular sleep, including at night? If yes, then your choice should definitely be a tourist model that is most suitable for this purpose. In fact, it can even replace a tent.

Tourist hammock

The fabric used in the manufacture of a hammock is also important for a comfortable pastime in it. Synthetic materials are traditionally considered the most practical. They are strong, durable, do not fade in the sun, almost do not deform over time, are easy to clean and are not affected by mold. However, they have several serious drawbacks: they do not allow the body to "breathe", they can cause irritation on the skin and are simply not very comfortable in terms of tactile sensations. The latter is also characteristic of burlap hammocks - it pricks. And in wicker models, numerous knots can cause discomfort. Not everyone can relax and sleep for their own pleasure on such a hammock. Parachute silk is a very light and at the same time very durable material, it was chosen mainly by tourists, for whom every extra gram in the weight of a backpack is important. The most pleasant tactile sensations are hammocks made of dense cotton fabric. It is hygroscopic, takes on the contours of the body, but is not very practical. Firstly, a colored pattern can quickly fade in the sun, and secondly, moisture can cause mold to appear.

Cotton fabric hammock

Money is not the last question when choosing a hammock. The most budget option is a wicker structure or a regular hanging hammock made of synthetic materials. The more wooden elements (planks, stand) in a hammock, the more expensive it is. An impressive amount will have to be paid for a stationary hammock with a frame, for a family option, or for a model with a non-standard finish (for example, handmade).

In general, the best way to test a hammock before buying is to lie down in it yourself. True, not all stores (and especially those that trade online) provide such an opportunity.

Where and how to fix a hammock

So, the hammock is selected and even bought, it's time to take care of its fastening. This is a responsible matter, your safety and the duration of the operation of the structure largely depend on the correct installation.

To begin with, choose a suitable place - one where you will be pleased to relax, where the sun, strong wind or draft will not interfere. If the hammock requires the installation of supports, choose a place where they can be placed as stable as possible. If supports are not needed, the choice of location is simplified at times. For example, a hammock can be placed on the spacious terrace of the house or near the pool.

Universal mount for hanging hammock

The presence of trees automatically means the presence of shadows, but be careful: trees often fall off leaves and fruits, and they themselves attract many insects. Also make sure that there is a solid base under the hammock. It will not be very comfortable to rest in it after rain, if a puddle forms below or dirt appears.

Keep in mind that no matter what material the hammock is made of, it can stretch over time. Accordingly, it will be necessary to change the tension or move the supports. Choose the option that will be easier to implement exactly applicable to your hammock and the area you have chosen.

Caring for a country hammock

A hammock requires special care, if only because it is subjected to fairly active use. Many materials tend to stretch, but this cannot be prevented. But you can extend the service life by choosing the right place for installation and fastening, especially if cotton threads were used in its manufacture. The less sunlight will fall on such a hammock, the less likely it will burn out. Most fabrics hold up well when wet and dry fairly quickly, but again, this rule doesn't apply to cotton.

The Indians lived in South America. And it was not easy for them - they wanted to sleep peacefully, but all the time something interfered - either a snake would crawl into bed, then a stone would press with a sharp edge, then the sides would hurt from the hard ground. And then the inhabitants of the jungle came up with a hammock - a unique bed that was hung between the trees and provided a calm, comfortable and safe sleep.

Following the Indians, the possibilities of such an invention were appreciated by the sailors, who brought the hammock to Europe.

Today, a hammock invariably evokes associations with summer and summer cottages, lazy afternoons when the heat does not allow working in the garden and garden. What could be more pleasant than to sit comfortably on a slightly swaying bed, in the dense shade of a tree, with a book and a cold cocktail! And it is a hammock - light, mobile, but at the same time cozy and reliable - that allows you to create a corner for rest and sleep almost anywhere in the site.

It seems that nothing is simpler than such a hanging bed, no - nothing special: fasteners, ropes, slats and fabric - hang and lie down. In fact, you need to choose a hammock correctly, because how comfortable it will be to relax in it and how long it will last depends on its features and characteristics.

Let's try to understand the features of choosing and installing this light hanging furniture, and also find out how much such a bed can cost for those who like to not only work in the country, but also relax comfortably.

A luxurious beach, sprawling palm trees, the sound of waves and a slightly swaying hammock - it seems that you can spend the whole summer like this

What is a hammock made of - features of different materials

According to the material of manufacture, hammocks are usually divided into the following types.

mesh hammock

The simplest option, which, unfortunately, is not very convenient to use. Firstly, a hammock in the form of a grid with fairly large cells can withstand a weight of no more than 80-100 kilograms, so two adults who decide to sit side by side will simply tear it. In addition, mesh cells can dig into the skin, so in order to sleep comfortably, you will have to purchase a mattress with cotton or synthetic stuffing - relatively thin, but soft and dense enough.

Such large mesh cells can cause discomfort to a lying person, so you should think about buying a special mattress

fabric hammock

These hanging beds are usually made from burlap or cotton. Burlap is a material, of course, durable, reliable, but at the same time prickly and hard, so sleeping on such a hammock that is not covered with another fabric is uncomfortable. But cotton hammocks are considered one of the best - they are pleasant to the body, durable, beautiful, environmentally friendly, easily take the form of a lying person and therefore surprisingly comfortable. Withstand weight up to 160 kilograms, so you can lie down on such a bed together. The only disadvantage of a cotton hammock is that it is afraid of moisture, easily absorbs all drops of rain, and if it is not dried in time, mold may appear on the fabric. So in the event of a thunderstorm approaching, you should remove your favorite hanging resting place in advance and store it in a dry room. And one more thing - brightly colored cotton hammocks can fade in the sun, so the ideal place for them is in dense shade or under a canopy.

A very soft and comfortable hammock made of fabric, most often cotton - a great option for relaxing

Synthetic hammock - polyester and nylon

These fabrics are generally similar, but nylon is slightly inferior to polyester in terms of surface smoothness. The advantages of a hammock made of synthetic fabric include the fact that it is not afraid of water and after rain it is enough just to wipe it or wait until it dries itself - this happens very quickly in the summer breeze. In terms of endurance, a polyester hammock is slightly inferior to its cotton "colleague" - it can withstand a weight of no more than 120 kilograms, which is quite enough for one adult. Nylon hammocks are stiffer than those made from cotton.

A polyester hammock is not afraid of moisture, so it will calmly “survive” even a heavy summer downpour

Wicker wooden hammock

In addition, a hammock can be perfectly hung from the ceiling on the veranda, placed on a balcony or loggia, as well as indoors, having drilled reliable fasteners in the walls. If a full-fledged sleeping place on the balcony or in the gazebo does not fit, you can always choose more compact models or a hammock chair.

As already mentioned, polyester or mesh hammocks are more suitable for use on the street and in the garden - they do not fade, are not afraid of moisture and dry out quickly after a summer downpour. Cotton products are best placed on a terrace or veranda, under a reliable canopy - otherwise they will have to be removed every time before the rain.

In this country living room, a bright striped hammock has become another piece of furniture, although, you see, such furniture still looks more appropriate in the fresh air.

A very beautiful hammock with a long elegant lace along the bottom edge is located under a transparent canopy on wooden beams.

Features of choice

So, you have firmly decided that this summer your dacha will be decorated with a comfortable and beautiful hammock. Going to the store for a hanging bed, you should remember a few important points:

Decide in advance where your hammock will be located. If you want to hang it in the garden and have already looked for two suitable trees - choose a model made of polyester or nylon that is not afraid of moisture. Dreaming of a hammock near the pool - you need a frame structure that can be installed anywhere on the site. The hammock will hang on the terrace - a cotton model is suitable, which will be a wonderful decoration for the recreation area. Going fishing - take a tourist hammock, always with a mosquito net, otherwise the mosquitoes simply will not let you rest.
If you have a large family, then you will have to “fight” for the right to lie on a single-seat hammock! It is better to buy a hammock for two or even three people.
Hammocks with slats are much more comfortable than models without them. The slats are traditionally made of various types of wood, their length should correspond to the width of the canvas of the hanging bed, and the thickness should ensure the safety of the lying one. In addition, hammocks with wooden planks are more durable - the fabric practically does not sag and will last longer. Yes, they are significantly more expensive, but saving on convenience means ruining your vacation.
Be sure to specify what maximum weight the hammock model you like can withstand, otherwise there is a risk that the whole company will simply collapse to the floor.
Hammock loops can be round or flat weave, but in any case, they should be as strong and dense as possible. Remember, a flat cord is more pleasant to the body and will not press while relaxing.
A hammock should fit into the interior of your terrace or room - too exotic or bright colors of the canvas may look out of place.

In nature, surrounded by lush greenery, such a bright striped hammock fabric looks especially attractive. But on a terrace with wooden furniture and a plank floor, it is better to hang a model with a more restrained color or prefer a “wicker”

As for how relaxing in a hammock affects health, experts differ. Some people think that it is impossible to sleep in a suspended bed for a long time, as it is harmful to the neck and spine. Others note that a hammock with slats and a durable canvas is even useful, because it perfectly fits the shape of the body. In addition, light rocking helps to fall asleep even for those who suffer from insomnia. And did the Indians ever complain of curvature of the spine and pain in the neck?

In any case, the hammock is ideal as a place for outdoor recreation, and a variety of models and offers will allow you to choose a hanging bed for every taste and budget.