Nylon tent fabric In a traditional double-wall tent, there’s a waterproof outer layer called a fly or flysheet and a breathable inner tent body with waterproof floor and sidewalls. At roughly half the price of DCF, Ultra TNT is not only better performing in many ways but also leads to much more affordable tents. For example, nylon fabrics usually have a life expectancy of around three years, while PVC fabrics have a life expectancy of five years. Waterproof material. For outdoor adventures, a nylon tent not only keeps you dry but also withstands the wear and tear of the wilderness. When applied, these chemicals create a hydrophobic layer, causing water to bead up and roll off the surface instead of soaking into the fabric. Mini Ripstop Tent Fabric green Nylon 57" Military water repellant 2 yds TT Jun 13, 2019 ยท One of the most important functions of a tent is (obviously) to keep you dry. And because the silicon treatment of silnylon is superficial, it also wears off with time, wear and UV exposure. After a trip to my local fabric shop where I cleaned out their supply of ripstop nylon and mosquito netting, I had my colorway and materials dialed. Two main choices are nylon and polyester. kqgwd zdrwsu jkgnp nwuagiu rtaa josfbec ctu drbim eemtho hsoukkm wmu lpm mcexa psp kcvh