Types of Fabric and terminology
I'm a bit of a noob when it comes to fabrics and the terminology used to describe them.
I'm currently looking to pull the trigger on a good length (30+ yrds) of rip-stop nylon for a few projects, but without being able to physically see and touch the fabric, I'm at a loss as to what I need or want when ordering online.
Could some of the more experienced Hammock DIY guys give a quick break down of what fabrics would be used for what purpose?
I'm thinking something like;
Hammock: xx to xx denier rip-stop(xx denier preferred for lighter weight)
Fly/Tarp: xx to xx denier rip-stop (xx denier preferred)
stuff sac:
backpack:
etc
This should help those with lack of experience figure out what we're looking at and or pricing.
Types of Fabric and terminology
Polyester is the chemistry, taffeta is the weave. Taffeta is a plain weave. So it's polyester vs nylon for the hammock--I like them both. And then taffeta vs ripstop for the type of weave, and again, I like the both. For hot weather, my favorite hammock continues to be (my memories of) the heavy cotton one my grandad brought back from Brazil.