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Subject Topic: Lichfield Almeria frame tent
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17/7/2011 at 4:17pm
 Location: West Mids
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Hello

I have aqquired a Lichfield Almeria frame tent which seems to be in reasonable condition. It is mainly cotton fabric, could anyone give me advice on the best way to clean and proof the tent as i wish to give it an overhaul.Also, does anyone have an idea on the approx age of the tent.

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Paul


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17/7/2011 at 4:33pm
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No idea on the age, but for cleaning you need to dry brush any dirt off, then let it get soaked (either leave it up in the rain or hose it down) and that'll waterproof it. The threads swell up and close together and thats how this style of tent stays waterproof. You don't need to use any detergent, in fact - don't use any detergent at all!

Any stubborn marks are part of the character of the tent, at least that's what you can tell anyone who feels the need to remark on it.



17/7/2011 at 6:44pm
 Location: norfolk
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Totally agree with Victoria1, only other thing i would add is that if after two or three soakings the canvas leaks then it has probably been reproofed in the past by previous owners and will need done every couple of years.

try the soaking method first and if the canvas still leaks then get yourself some fabsil or suitable alternative and reproof the whole tent.

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18/7/2011 at 9:19pm
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Thanks very much guys.I will give that one a whizz.

Paul


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