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Introduction

Prepare the tent

Brush off any excess

Prepare the cleaning solution

Clean the fabric

Dry the tent

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Introduction

Keeping your tent clean can be quick and simple and is something you should try to do regularly. Giving your tent a deep clean can take a little longer but is worth doing every now and then to help maintain performance. A flysheet and inner tent free from dirt ensures that any moisture can be wicked away and evaporated quickly.

These instructions apply to both synthetic and cotton canvas tents.

You will need

  • A clean sponge

  • A small dustpan brush

  • Luke-warm water

  • Tent cleaning solution

  • Your tent

Prepare the tent

Step 1

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Brush off any excess

Step 2

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Prepare the cleaning solution

Step 3

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Clean the fabric

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Dry the tent

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Top tip

For a deep clean, you can soak the fabric in the cleaning solution. Depending on the size of your tent you'll need to do this in a large bucket or even in the bath. Follow directions on the bottle of the cleaner to determine how long you need to leave it to soak and be sure to rinse it thoroughly before leaving it to dry.

Cleaning and reproofing your tent is something you should do regularly to help prolong the life and performance of your tent.

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