Participating in outdoor events like tradeshows, exhibitions, fairs, music concerts, sports events, community events, etc., is a wonderful method for businesses to boost their brand visibility and connect with customers. Buying a pop-up canopy tent is a good idea since you can take shelter from the elements and discuss business opportunities with visitors in comfort. While you will undoubtedly buy the best canopy tent you can afford, you can extend its life considerably by maintaining it properly. Some handy cleaning and care tips:
Follow the Proper Procedure for Setting Up and Taking Down the Tent
Modern pop-up tents are precision-made and have several parts. You need to assemble them properly to ensure they do not collapse suddenly when the wind blows. You should take all the parts out of the carry case and lay them out gently on the ground. You must follow the manufacturer’s instructions for setting it up. Similarly, you need to take care when dismantling the tent because the application of unnecessary force can damage the parts. Always, make sure you keep the frame and the canopy separate to prevent the fabric from getting snagged.
Clean the Canopy and the Frame
The best time to clean your pop-up tent is just after you have taken it down after an event so you can keep it away in a clean condition, ready for use at a moment’s notice. First, brush the canopy with a soft-bristled brush to remove dust and debris. Then you can gently scrub the custom canopies with a warm soapy solution to clean them thoroughly. Hang the fabric to dry naturally on a clothesline. The Tent and Canopy Guide recommend drying the tent completely before keeping it away to prevent the formation of mold and mildew. Extend all the parts and use a soapy solution to clean the frame. Inspect and tighten all the nuts, bolts, screws, and hinges.
Set Up the Tent at a Proper Site
By ensuring you put up the tent where it is protected from the elements to the maximum extent, you can prevent it from getting damaged. For example, it is always better to set up your tent in the shelter of anything that will protect it from the wind. Using a level site will also prevent your tent from being flooded in case of a cloudburst. Wherever possible, use a windbreak to shelter from the wind.
Avoid Inclement Weather
A pop-up tent is useful for participating in outdoor events; however, you should not use them in bad weather. Using a canopy tent in bad weather can cause it to become uprooted or collapse suddenly. It can result in injuries and also damage to the tent. You need to keep a watch on the weather when using a pop-up tent and take it down if the weather turns bad.
Conclusion
A god-quality pop-up tent will serve you well if you handle it with care, clean it, and repair it from time to time. You can extend its life considerably by carrying it in a proper carry bag and storing it in a cool and dry place after cleaning and drying it.
