CARIBE XXL Aguilas Hammock

Care for a canvas garden hammock

We have been present in stores since 1988, which allows us to have a good understanding of the longevity of all our products. We distinguish between 2 different types of use.

Intense use: for someone who leaves their hammock outside day and night for 5 to 6 months a year. The ropes get tangled! Washing is unknown.

Careful use: for someone who leaves their hammock outside but brings it indoors when rainy weather is forecast for several days. A passing rain shower 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 ropes are regularly checked.

A sturdy and eco-friendly hammock fabric

Ultra sturdy and non-deformable, this fabric (360g per m²) is consistent. Many hammocks have fabrics that eventually sag and trap you inside. The thread used is recycled cotton: 70% cotton from the textile industry (clean leftovers with stable dyes) and 30% polyester. The polyester filament is there to strengthen the recycled thread. The Colombian canvas hammock is tough!

A high cotton content is pleasant for skin contact. Fabrics with 50% or more polyester as well as all 100% synthetic fabrics should be avoided.

What is the maximum supported load?

This hammock is made with 52 cords in the ropes, each with a resistance of 16 kg. That’s a total of 528 kg! Technically, the breaking weight must be divided by two to get the maximum load. That’s why this hammock passed our test with 680 kg without breaking!! We always underestimate the maximum allowed load in our technical sheets. This hammock is truly ultra resistant and its fabric will not deform like many imitations found everywhere online at tempting prices. The "Colombian Hammock" is unfortunately not a protected designation of origin (PDO), but it should be.

Artisanal finishes

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

How to wash your hammock

We invite you to wash this hammock in a machine at 40°C, even at 60°C if needed. Know that a Brazilian washes theirs every 10 to 15 days when it’s their bed! Most hammocks are washed cold. It all depends on the thread. Unlike the net hammock or Mexican hammock, which should be hand washed to avoid tangling the threads. At Tropical Hammac, choice and quality are paramount.

Choosing your support and fixings

To help you choose the right installation for your hammock, we recommend reading our page: How to hang a hammock
For support enthusiasts, you will find here the support of your choice: Our hammock supports
If in doubt, call us!

Fair trade.

It is above all a state of mind. We started in 1988 with respect for all our suppliers, whether industrial or artisanal. Long before the term "fair trade" became widely known. It is therefore support, presence, loyalty, and fair remuneration that we promote with all our contacts.

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

The essential hammock video.

Become a good user of your future hammock by watching this short video: 6 essential things to know about a hammock.