R Value of Mosquito Net

**featheredprop** · 10-08-2013, 16:31

Hello,

I am new here - as well as to hammocking. I've slept in my WBBB 1.1 dbl three times in my back yard, and plan on taking it out for a week on the trail in a few days.

My question: has anyone noticed if closing the mosquito netting adds anything to the warmth of the hammock? Temps will be dropping to near freezing this week, and so I don't expect to have significant problems with insects. Psychologically, it seems like it would help to zip it closed, but realistically I'm guessing it doesn't add anything. Any thoughts?

peace,

featheredprop

**JaxHiker** · 10-08-2013, 16:35

I can say I've noticed a difference in temperature when using a net. That's one reason I stopped using my Hennessey in Florida. It made temps that were already miserable unbearable during the warmer months.

**packeagle** · 10-08-2013, 16:36

It will raise the temperature a few degrees.

**Acer** · 10-08-2013, 16:42

There is no R value in a mosquito net..sure they block a lite breeze in the summer and make you alittle more stuffie,,but to prove the point,,take 2 identical thermometers and hang one outside then hang one inside. Mosquito netting will hold no heat in the cold. But mosquito netting has no R value. Let the argument begin.

**2eez4life** · 10-08-2013, 16:45

It has millions of little holes, and is see through. definitely doesn't add warmth.

**TallPaul** · 10-08-2013, 16:46

Well then how about they help with wind chill by blocking some of the breeze?
I just know when I open mine on a cold morning I feel colder air outside than in but have never tested via the 2 thermometer test.

**sargevining** · 10-08-2013, 16:50

Originally Posted by JaxHiker

I can say I've noticed a difference in temperature when using a net. That's one reason I stopped using my Hennessey in Florida. It made temps that were already miserable unbearable during the warmer months.

Have to agree. Its why I use a HUG on a 1.1 DIY and I use my netted Hennessey in the winter. The net severely limits air movement.

**lubbockhammockguy** · 10-08-2013, 16:52

I don't believe that the mosquito netting has any R value, but it will block a small amount of wind. Which can make it seem warmer by changing the wind chill.

**Shug** · 10-08-2013, 16:56

Also the net will block mist. Slept in the clouds with mist blowing...zipped and big difference.
Shug

**sargevining** · 10-08-2013, 16:59

A net is still a solid object, regardless of how many holes it has in it.

Try to get out of your hammock without undoing the zipper and you'll see how that works.