MARIPOSA L Azur Hammock

A hammock made in Colombia.

A genuine hammock made in Colombia, this model is used there as an everyday bed. We chose a manufacturer that operates in the high-end segment. As a result, as an everyday bed, a Colombian will replace it after about 3 years. We observe among our customers a usage ranging from 5 to 15 years depending on the care given by each individual.

Observed lifespan of this hammock.

We have been in stores since 1993, which allows us to have a good understanding of the longevity of all our products. We distinguish 2 different types of use.

Intense use: for someone who leaves their hammock outside day and night for 5 to 6 months of the year, without maintenance.

Careful use: for someone who leaves their hammock outside but brings it in when rainy weather is forecast for several days. A passing rain is welcome. The hammock is machine washed at 40°C at least once a year at the end of the season, then stored inside during winter. The spreader bars are regularly checked.

A robust and ecological hammock fabric.

Ultra-robust and non-deformable, this fabric (360g per m²) is consistent. The thread used is recycled cotton. 70% cotton from the textile industry (clean scraps with solid dyes) and 30% polyester. The polyester filament is there to strengthen the recycled thread. This thread is truly ecological as it earned us the "Sustainable Development Trophy" from our chamber of commerce.

A high cotton content will be pleasant against the skin. Fabrics with 50% or more polyester as well as all 100% synthetic fabrics should be avoided. Many hammock imitations have fabrics that eventually sag and deform, trapping you inside.

Hammock spreader bars (suspensions) that support 416 kg!

This hammock is made with spreader bars of 26 cords, each with a resistance of 16 kg. That’s a total of 416 kg! Moreover, technically, the breaking weight should be divided by two to obtain the maximum load. We always underestimate the maximum allowed load in our technical sheets.

Artisanal finishes.

Each hammock passes through the hands of various artisans passionate about this work, which resonates as a deep cultural imprint. There, the hammock has a thousand years of history and traditions. Assembly of the fabric, technical sheet of the Tropical Influences designs, hemming, spreader bars, pullado, piola, handle, etc... So many steps that require ancestral know-how.

Easy maintenance.

We invite you to wash this hammock in a machine at 40°C, even at 60°C if necessary. Know that a Brazilian washes theirs every 10 to 15 days when it is their bed! Most hammocks are washed cold. It all depends on the thread. At Tropical Influences, choice and quality are paramount.

Fair trade.

It is a state of mind above all. We started in 1988 with respect for all our suppliers, whether industrial or artisanal. Long before the term "fair trade" came to light. So it is support, presence, loyalty, and fair remuneration that we promote with all our contacts. We have been working with this Colombian manufacturer since 1993!!

Suspended between sky and earth, we wish you a wonderful stay nestled in one of our authentic Latin American hammocks!

Compatible hammock stands:

Latino Relax L in larch wood.

Inka Relax L in metal.

We strongly recommend watching this short video that will teach you 6 essential details to know for the proper use of a hammock: