Why Wall Tents are the Ultimate Camping Upgrade You’ve Been Missing

If you have been camping, you might already be familiar with the limitations of a nylon tent or a standard backpacking tent. 

Camping is all about relying on the bare minimum so you can focus on reconnecting with nature. Having the right gear by your side can improve that experience tenfold, without compromising on all that the great outdoors has to offer. 

You want the right sleeping bag, the correct clothing, the appropriate hunting equipment, and the most convenient cooking equipment. There is so much more to a camping tent than just using it as a sleeping nook. Here is how a wall tent elevates your camping experience. 

Space

If there is one thing a wall tent exceeds expectations in that no other tent can compete with, it’s the space it packs. Like the name, these tents have tall walls that allow you to comfortably stand inside. The rectangle shape allows occupants to move freely inside as well. The inside of a wall tent resembles a large room. 

If there is more than one person in your camping party, getting a wall tent makes a lot more sense instead of getting multiple tents. 

You can even set up a bunk bed sleeping arrangement and use the rest of the space for stocking camping gear. This is one reason why wall tents have traditionally been popular with hunting enthusiasts and the military. 

Withstand the Elements in Unprecedented Weather 

A wall tent is crafted from white duck canvas. The shape of the tent is designed to take on heavy winds and rainfall without you fearing for your shelter. 

Unlike nylon tents, once you use a wall tent you will find that it does not shake endlessly when the weather is windy. The interior is calm and serene so you can have a peaceful night’s sleep. What is more, when tethered as instructed, a wall tent will stay intact all through the night without you having to worry about how secure your tent is. 

If the weather forecast predicts rain, you can depend on your wall tent to keep you and your belongings dry. The canvas swells when dampened, making the weaves tighter when exposed to rainwater. This makes it an effective barrier against the water. That being said, if you want to be extra cautious, canvas wall tents can be treated with waterproof sealants as well. And that takes minimal time too. All you have to do is spray it on the walls and roof. 

If you’re worried about the ground being wet, you can always set a tarp before you erect your tent, this will serve as a floor. Wall tents rarely come with a floor that is sewn in, but if you require one, you will not have to buy a separate new one. Because of the rectangular shape of a wall tent you will find a tarp that you already possess may just fit the floor size of your tent. 

Equipped for the Cold

You do not have to say goodbye to camping just because the weather is colder. A wall tent is famous for being a 4 season tent. 

The unique thing about this tent is that it comes with a stove jack. This allows you to install a stove inside your tent. You can use it for cooking and for keeping warm. Just make sure you are using a liquid fuel stove during extremely cold weather conditions. 

This paired with the fact that cotton is a poor conductor, makes it harder for the cold winds to seep into the toasty interior of your tent. 

If you’re worried about snowfall, a neat trick to evade piled snow on the roof of your tent is by staking a tarp over your wall tent. This way you can just swipe it off in the morning. 

Excellent Resistance to Damaging UV rays of the Sun

Consistent sunlight and heat will damage the fibers of a synthetic tent. The outer layer will chip and wither. On the other hand, a cotton canvas canopy does not react the same way to heat and sunlight. If you like you can even purchase a wall tent that comes readily treated to be UV-resistant for camping in extremely hot climates. 

Strong Materials Withstand Time 

A wall tent is a great investment for people who want to avoid digging a chunk out of their wallets by replacing a damaged tent every few years. Canvas wall tents are built to last. A kit will usually have the frame made out of aluminum, you can also find frames crafted from wood as well. 

The canvas itself is made from fine white duck. A material that is thick enough to be resistant to tears, and does not wither under endless exposure from direct sunlight. This makes wall tents cost-effective as they last your entire lifetime. Some campers even use hand-me-downs that are still in pristine condition.  

Ventilation and Airflow

Cotton is a breathable fabric. On top of this, a wall tent is equipped with window frames on two sides of the tent. The other two are fitted with door flaps. The windows allow for cross ventilation. This makes it easier to breathe inside the tent during both humid and cold climate settings. You do not have to worry about condensation trickling down the inside of the walls either. 

Good airflow means you can sleep peacefully at night, and you won’t run out of fresh air if you plan to stay inside your tent for hours. 

Can Host Glamps

Canvas tents take glamping to a higher level. Glamping is where camping meets glamour. It is where you can take all the modern luxuries of your home and combine them with the ruggedness of camping. You sleep in a comfortable bed, you have semi-permanent plumbing, and you have total privacy.

If you thought glamping could never be pulled off DIY, think again. These tents can be fitted with electricity, lights, and a stove, you can place furniture inside and still have room to move around. 

If this does not make for the ultimate upgrade to your camping tent, we don’t know what will. 

Resilient in the Wild 

There are a thousand ways you can damage your tent camping outdoors. From the canvas catching snags when you are setting it up, to rogue twigs and branches in unprecedented weather. Canvas wall tents are tough. While they are not invincible in the face of tears they are manufactured to withstand sharp corners.

On the occasion, your tent does succumb to damage, you can repair the canvas with a patch and sealant. If one of the poles or parts gets damaged you can always get them replaced instead of having to buy a whole new tent kit. Wall tents have simple shapes with designs that have stood the test of time; you will have no trouble finding parts that you need to replace old or damaged ones. 

Ecologically Friendly

Not only are canvas wall tents easy to repair they are also biodegradable which reduces your carbon footprint when you finally have to discard your tent. Synthetic tents will last hundreds of years before they degrade and in your lifetime you will have bought a few. 

Can Be Tailor Made

Depending on where you are planning your next camping expedition, you can request your tent to be custom-made for that area. If you already have a wall tent, you will discover that it allows for a myriad of camping accessories. You can add mesh lining to keep the insects out. You can add in a floor tarp. You can open one of the door flaps to make the tent an extension of another tent. You can even add a porch to extend your tent’s utility. 

Child and Pet-Friendly Design

Wall tents are popular amongst families because they are obstacle-free when it comes to movement. The door flap opens to the ground, so you do not have to worry about children tripping over and damaging the tent. You can even create a space inside for your furry friend with a camping-friendly cat and dog bed.

If you are worried about anyone tracking mud inside the tent, remember because of its easy access and floor that is leveled to the ground you can simply sweep the mud and dirt out of the door. It will not cling and collect to any corners inside. 

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