What should I pay attention to when maintaining tents in autumn?

1. Keep the tent dry: Many tents nowadays use silicone coated fabrics, and moisture and mold are the enemies of silicone coated fabrics. Even if camping on clear days, condensation may form inside the tent, let alone the tent body being wet in rainy and snowy weather. When storing equipment after camping, it is necessary to keep the tent dry. If it remains damp, it will quickly mold and damage the coating, leading to a serious decrease in waterproof performance and even reducing the service life of the tent.

2. Proper drying: Tents may become slightly damp after use, and if cleaned again, they will become even more moist. As mentioned earlier, it is necessary to keep the tent dry before storage. However, there are also considerations on how to achieve this. It is best to dry the tent naturally in the shade and minimize exposure to sunlight (strong ultraviolet rays can damage the coating). Avoid using drying/baking methods to dry the tent, unless you approach it with a mindset of not going to the old and not going to the new.

3. Proper cleaning: Sometimes in rainy or snowy weather, the tent may come into contact with mud or other substances, which should be cleaned before storage. When it comes to cleaning methods, never throw the tent into the washing machine for washing, otherwise it will be discarded directly. Do not use hard objects such as brushes for cleaning. The correct way is to gently wipe the dirty area with a damp cloth. If it is heavily dirty, you can rinse it gently with water.