Hanging Instructions: If you are hanging the hammock from a tree, as a rule, the tree should be a minimum of 12inch diameter. If using a post, 4X4 is the smallest size we recommend using. Be sure the posts are in good condition, without cracks or rot. Trees and posts both should be hardwood, not soft, and whatever posts chosen would be treated lumber, or a type of wood resistant to rot, from exposure to moisture. Posts should be cemented in the ground a minimum of two feet, deeper if the soil is sandy. Place post in the center of the cement filled hole and let dry 48-72 hours before use. The minimum distance required to hang your hammock will be equal to the overall length of the hammock. If your hammock is 13 feet from end ring to end ring, this is the minimum distance required to hang your hammock. Hammock end points should be hung 4-6 feet high. If the two hanging points for the hammock are farther apart than the overall length of the hammock, use either rope or chain to extend your hanging points. The same would apply to a stand. We recommend extending the hanging points in equal lengths on both ends of the hammock. We also suggest extending the hanging points no farther than 18 inches on each end for a total of an additional 3 feet. The more it's extended past 3feet, the more unstable it will become.
Entering Your Hammock: Stand beside the hammock, near the center. Step towards the hammock forcing it to tip 45 degrees with the edge of the hammock at your knees. Turn your back to the hammock and sit down as close to the center as you can. Lean to one side using your elbow as support. Lift first one leg then the other onto the hammock and recline. Place your hands behind your head, close your eyes, and enjoy!
Exiting Your Hammock: Prop yourself up on your elbows and lean forward. Swing first one leg, then the other over the edge of the hammock and move to a sitting position. Plant both feet firmly on the ground, lean slightly forward and stand.
Cleaning your Hammock: The first thing to try is beating your hammock like a rug while it is hanging, the second way to clean is to hose it off with a garden hose, the 3rd method of cleaning is to bring the hammock inside, slide the wooden bars up on either end and drop the body into a bath tub with a small amount of light detergent.
