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This net hammock is originally imported from Mexico, offers a very good price-performance ratio and is not only very popular with Amazon customers for this reason. In the reviews, the model, available in different sizes and colors, is described as very comfortable. With the lying dimensions of 180 x 250 centimeters, the hammock is also suitable for tall people or for two people. You can use the mat not only to chill out during the day, but also as a quick-to-attach bed, for example when hiking or camping. The minimum distance between the two fastening points should be 340 centimeters.

If you don't want to lie in the net hammock alone, we recommend this Mexican multi-person hammock for up to three people and a load capacity of up to 250 kilograms. The model with a flexible lying surface of approx. 250 x 210 centimeters is ideal for spending the lunch break with your partner or the children in the garden. The extra close-meshed, fine net ensures a pleasant draft even on hot summer days and is also super comfortable because it adapts to the shape of the body. Overall, the net hammock is about 410 centimeters long and needs a minimum distance of 370 centimeters between the two attachment points.

This rod hammock offers a wide lying area, which is held apart by spreader bars made of FSC-certified pine. The lying net consists of long cotton fibers. The manufacturer recommends hanging this net hammock as tightly as possible, with a minimum distance of 370 centimeters between the two attachment points. In principle, this king-size net hammock is also suitable for several people, but a maximum weight of 160 kilograms should not be exceeded.

Purchase criteria

Type

Mexican net hammock: Net hammocks are a characteristic product of Mexico and are laboriously hand-knotted according to ancient Mayan tradition. Soft cotton threads are used, which are woven in a very specific way. That is why the best net hammocks come from Mexico.

Rope hammock: In addition to the classic Mexican net hammocks, this term also includes so-called rope hammocks, the are characterized by a coarse mesh fabric and, in contrast to cotton hammocks, are usually weatherproof are.

Net hammock with spreader bar: Rope hammocks are often equipped with spreader bars that keep the lying surface comfortably wide. This type is also known as a pole hammock or American hammock because it is very common, especially in the USA.

Material and weather resistance

Traditionally, net hammocks are made of thin and soft cotton fibers that are skin-friendly and comfortable. However, these models are not particularly weatherproof and must be protected from sunlight, rain and other weather influences. UV light and moisture can make the thin material brittle, which is why the threads can tear quickly. Synthetic fiber hammocks such as B. Acrylic yarns are much more robust and also less sensitive to the effects of the weather.

length and width

Since net hammocks are often very flexible in width due to their flexible material, the length that matters most when buying them. Make sure that the total length of the hammock is not the same as the length of the lying surface. Ideally, the length of the lying surface is around 200 centimeters, whereby the total length can then be 370 or even 400 centimeters. If you want to use the hammock with several people, the width should be more than 200 centimeters. For families there are XXL models with a width of up to 400 centimeters.

Resilience

But it's not just a matter of size, but also of resilience. Even if you don't trust the finely knotted material at first, high-quality net hammocks are very robust and can sometimes carry a weight of up to 400 or even 500 kilograms - provided that the load is applied evenly. The individual threads are very thin and in themselves not particularly stable, but as a knotted net they are very robust. But be careful: Sharp or pointed objects such as a trouser button or cat's claws can damage the material.

Attachment

Usually, you attach net hammocks between two trees, posts, posts or whatever other attachment options you have in the garden. It is important to pay attention to the total length of the mat and thus to the minimum distance between the two fastening points. These two dimensions are identical. Also keep in mind that because of their length, net hammocks are too long for most hammock stands on offer. Nevertheless, these are also suitable for attachment, provided the dimensions are correct.

frequently asked Questions

How do you wash a net hammock correctly?

The traditional Mexican net hammock made of cotton shouldn't be washed in the washing machine at all, as this could break the delicate threads. A maximum of hand washing is possible at lukewarm temperatures, but in most cases unnecessary - the mesh fabric does not get dirty and therefore does not have to be washed.

What is the difference between a cloth hammock and a net hammock?

A cloth hammock, also known as a Brazilian hammock due to its origin, consists of a tightly woven piece of fabric, which is less flexible than the fine mesh material of a net hammock is. That is why cloth hammocks are fixed both in their width and in their length, but they are more robust and less airy - this is an advantage if you use the hammock around the apartment hanging.

What are the advantages of a net hammock compared to other hammocks?

Net hammocks have the great advantage that they are very elastic in width and, thanks to their flexible material, can also be perfectly adapted to the body. That is why they are particularly comfortable, especially since the models made using Mexican technology do not have any annoying knots. In addition, net hammocks are very airy, which ensures pleasant cooling on hot summer days (and nights).

Does the net hammock also have disadvantages?

However, the airiness of the net hammock can also be a disadvantage, as it does not warm from below. Therefore, if you have a hammock to sleep in the apartment or in Garden shed or for camping, cloth hammocks may be a better choice. In addition, net hammocks are quite sensitive and can be easily opened with buttons or the like. ä. are damaged, and they are not weatherproof.

Which manufacturers of net hammocks are particularly recommended?

Good net hammocks are mainly available in Germany from MacaMex and La Siesta, both of which import traditionally made hammocks from Mexico. Leguana Handels GmbH also imports high-quality models. On the other hand, you should keep your hands off of cheap offers from China, as these have nothing to do with a traditional net hammock and also do not offer its advantages.

How do you lie correctly in a hammock?

If you are too long for the net hammock, it doesn't matter: you don't lie straight in it anyway, because your back is bent and you are practically enveloped by the hammock. It is better to lie diagonally, as your back is straight and you can comfortably use the full area.

equipment

Mounting set

With the help of a special fastening set, the hammock can be easily placed between trees, posts, poles, etc. hang up by simply looping the straps around the tree or pole and hooking the hammock into a loop using a carabiner. Fastening sets that are delivered in a space-saving transport bag are particularly practical.

Cozy blanket

A cozy summer blanket should not be missing when chilling out in the hammock. So that it doesn't get too warm, an airy, light, soft cotton fabric is best. Summer blankets are available in different sizes, sometimes even with a cool-down effect, which provides a bit of cooling on hot days or on tropical summer nights.