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maintenance
The cotton must be bone dry before storing the tent. Never keep the tent stored away wet for longer than 48 hours,
otherwise mould can affect the canvas which will then create permanent little black dots. Maintenance starts when setting
up your Star Emperor Bell Tent. If your tent has not been set up correctly, uneven forces will pull on the canvas, which could
eventually lead to damage. To ensure your tent stays set up correctly, daily guy rope maintenance is necessary. It is in your
interest to keep the canvas as clean as possible and remove stains when created. Dust and dried mud is best removed once
the canvas is dry by brushing with a clean, hard brush like a floor scrubbing brush.
zippers
Zippers sometimes endure extreme tensions caused by wind, incorrect tent set up or pressure caused by people or objects
leaning onto the tent.
• Close all zippers before setting up your tent.
• Handle them with care.
• To keep them in top condition, treat them with zip lubricant from time to time.
• Ensure zippers are in working order before setting up your tent as the warranty does not cover damage after use.
lifespan
The lifespan of your tent is very dependent upon camping conditions - air pollution, ultraviolet radiation, natural dirt (bird
droppings, sand, salt water) and domestic dirt (cooking stains, soda, wine, sun cream) as these all limit the lifespan of your
canvas tent. Your Star Emperor Bell Tent should be good and last for many years if looked after correctly.
waterproofing & leak prevention
The first time your tent gets wet it may leak a little around the seams, don’t worry THIS IS NORMAL! Once it has fully dried
out for the first time, the cotton will naturally shrink and close any tiny holes to ensure your tent becomes watertight. To
preserve your tent’s water resistance and prolong its lifespan, usually up to 60 weeks use, the outside of the canvas can
be re-treated with a sealant. There are many good tent sealants available or purchase our recommended product from our
online shop at Boutique Camping.
