DIY Maintenance and more

A well cared for canvas tent can provide a lifetime of camping fun. Canvas tents are often much more expensive than nylon tents and should be cared for to ensure the investment lasts a long time. Canvas tents are extremely durable and thus generally require minimal maintenance.

You have invested in good gear, so you already know that taking care of it is worth the trouble. To protect your backpack investment, it’s important to follow some basic procedures. High end back packs are usually made with fabrics

These two things go hand-in-hand when it comes to ski clothes. If your gear isn’t breathing as intended, you will sweat more and end up feeling a lot colder on the slopes, meaning you will have to settle for fewer runs before you call it a day.

For homes with retractable awnings, regular maintenance is crucial. This is particularly true in the winter months. When the temperatures begin to drop, it can be easy to forget about taking care of this part of a home. However, not taking the proper precautions can result in damage.

Want to stay D-R-Y when it rains? You need outerwear with a high-performing DWR. Virtually all rainwear have their exteriors treated with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish. It is rainwear's first line of defense against precipitation. True, a waterproof/breathable membrane will stop water

Let's answer a few questions on how to waterproof horse blankets and determine how often they need to be re-waterproofed? No blanket stays waterproof forever and after it’s been well used for a few years, the waterproofing will wear off. You’ll know it’s time when you notice wetness along the