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Mayan Hammocks
WHAT ARE HAMMOCKS MADE OF?
The body of the best hammocks are hand-woven from 100% cotton.
HOW LONG WILL IT LAST?
Your hammock should last for many years. They should not be left
outdoors for long periods of time.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE IN SIZE?
Standard hammocks sleep one. The matrimonial size will sleep two
and seat as many you can fit into it (six+), and is ideal for indoor
use.
HOW SHOULD IT BE HUNG?
It requires two rings mounted to walls or posts, two S-hooks, and
two lengths of strong cord. You can purchase these items wherever
hammocks are sold. Suspend the hammock to hang symmetrically, with
both ends at the same height, using equal lengths of cord.
HOW DO YOU USE IT?
To enter the hammock, you back up to it, pull the far side well
above your head then lie back, pull in your feet and position yourself
comfortably. To get out, simply lower your feet to the ground and
stand up.
IS IT WASHABLE?
Yes, grasp each end loop and stretch the hammock to its full length.
Bind the end cords and body at about six inch intervals to keep
them from tangling. Gently hand wash in cold water with mild detergent.
Rinse thoroughly, remove binding strings and hang it stretched to
dry.
HOW DO YOU STORE IT?
One way is to grasp the end loops and twist each in opposite directions
until the entire length is twisted tightly, then hold it above your
head, and it will spin and wrap around itself like a skein of knitting
yarn.
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 Above: a hammock hanging from an antique
hook in a Yucatan colonial home.
CAN I BUY ONE ON THE INTERNET?
If you want a hammock este momento, but can't travel to the
Yucatan soon, you can purchase a Mayan hammock online. Buying a
hammock supports the Mayan economy and culture. Mayan
Legacy sells local hammocks as well as crafts from five distinct
regional artesans. They are located at Calle 16 No. 235, Colonia
Vista Alegre in Merida. Tel/Fax: 52-999-9432671
At Hammock
Jungle you can learn more about the history of Yucatan
hammocks and choose from a wide assortment. Other outlets include
Hammocks.Net
and Hammocks
Rada.
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