Step # 9: Rolled up Walls
Our bell tents have sewn-in bug screened windows and doors so if it’s a hot day, open up the
doors or windows and enjoy the view and cool breeze. The standard bug mesh door will keep
the mosquitos and other elements out. Also, the design features a detachable zip in/zip out
groundsheet so you can enjoy the cool breeze on a warm sunny day. The groundsheet can be
detached from the tent so that the walls can be rolled up and can be used as a sun shade.
Remove the Jpegs from the elastic cords attached to the canvas loops on the outside of the
canvas tent’s rain flap at the base of the walls. Starting at the back or front of the tent, unzip the
canvas fly from the groundsheet along and around each side of the tent until the two are com-
pletely separate. Then, roll up each section of the tent walls and secure with the loops and
toggles provided for each section spaced at intervals around the circumference.
If you want to enjoy the grass, remove the groundsheet and store the floor safely out of the
way (preferably in the bag provided). You can also use the floor as a groundsheet and roll up
the walls after the tent is set up. There is a hook and eye system near the entrance door,
remove it at the end to make the groundsheet flat.
Life Span:
The lifespan of your tent is very dependent upon camping conditions such as 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 cotton canvas tent. Take
good care of your tent and it will last longer