Shrink to fit. What?

     Canvas is fun stuff. I mean this in a positive way.Most tent companies say "their" canvas is the best, and try to sell a prospective buyer on it. We at Bravo! have quite a variety of fabrics to choose from, and can offer our customers an unbiased view of them. Some canvas like single or duo fill can shrink minimum of 7-8%! While in comparison, Sunforger Marine Boat Shrunk Army Duck (not army canvas) generally shrinks a maximum of 3%. By the way, this canvas is not to be confused with Sunforger Boat Shrunk Canvas. Beware. This is an inferior product to the aforementioned canvas.
    Regardless of fabric choice, it's normal for a tent company to take this into consideration when constructing your frame. The frame will be cut 3-10% short to compensate for shrinkage. So your new tent will fit loosely on the frame until shrunk. Some ignore it and make the frame to fit initially...the tent gets wet and shrinks, well.....SURPRISE!
    When a wall tent is on your wish list, canvas is only one part of the three part equation to consider. We'll cover the other two in upcoming articles. Speaking of wish lists, provide us your email address with your Bravo! wish list. We will tell you when those things go on sale, for the best bang for your buck.

See you next time!

John