Thursday, February 19, 2009

Enjoy the Great Outdoors Relaxing in a Hammock

By Gordon Taylor

Relaxing in a hammock is one of the highlights of backyard living. It's a great way to appreciate a quiet summer day. Most people will be perfectly content when gently swaying in a hammock while enjoying the sun and warm breezes.

There's no need to feel guilty while you do, either. People who relax in a hammock on a regular basis experience less stress. There are numerous medical conditions that are linked to stress, so you want to do everything you can to relax.

A hammock is like a large sling that is suspended above the ground. People use it for sleeping in, or just relaxing. Cotton and rope are the most traditional materials used in hammock making.

However, some man made fabrics, such as specially produced polyester, are actually longer wearing and easier to clean. The fabric used in a hammock is woven so that it can breathe. Still, webbed or netted hammocks are believed to be the most comfortable of all.

A hammock is considered to be a very comfortable environment in which to rest or sleep. This is due to its highly stable center of gravity. Many people worry that they will fall out while asleep. But due to its design, a hammock is perfectly safe to doze off in. The sides of the hammock cover and wrap around the user. Therefore, it is practically impossible to fall out of one.

Originally, an outdoor hammock was attached to two sturdy trees. Of course you could still do this, but a lot of people don't have a yard or trees that can accommodate this setup. A hammock stand is the ideal solution to this problem. A stand will allow you to position the hammock wherever it's most suitable.

Hammock stands are manufactured from either wood or metal. The more durable of the two, however, is the metal stand. It also requires minimal maintenance to keep it looking new for a long period of time.

If you don't have a lot of space, a hammock chair or hammock swing is a good alternative. These can easily be set up on a deck, porch or patio.

When you are assembling your hammock, be sure to follow the directions carefully. Be sure to follow the instructions when you assemble your hammock. Don't take the chance of winging it. It's important that the hammock be set up correctly and securely. If not, it can be a potential hazard for anyone who uses it.

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