Classy Hammocks Review

• Take a breath of fresh air:  The more we think about our breathing, the less we think about anything else.  Whether you are sitting comfortably in your hammock chair, or lying in your jumbo hammock, just relax your face, keep your eyes open but unfocused, and breathe in and out, slowly and evenly.  Deep breathing lowers stress and heart-rate in a very healthy way.
• Let your muscles go:  It is amazing how much our bodies try to hold us up.  Even if you feel relaxed, your muscles are probably fighting gravity.  Try this to release your muscles;  Start with your toes, and clench them as tight as you can, then let them relax.  Do this with your other leg muscles, your forehead, and even your eyes.  In the end you'll actually feel much heavier when you sink in to your hammock, as if gravity has increased, because your relieved muscles have dropped their load.
• Stick with it:  Most meditation techniques involve a mantra of some sort.  If you concentrate on something, make it something good!  and most of all, stick with it, don't give up when your mind starts to wander or clutter up.  That is normal and it happens to everyone.

The Hammock Chair has become one of the newest and best innovations in the world of hammocks. The hammock chair has only been around for approximately 25 years. The full size, or jumbo, hammock has been around for thousands of years. It is not known who invented the hammock chair, but it originates in the countryside of Nicaragua. Part of the special appeal of the hammock chair is that it is very easy to hang. For a full size hammock you need 2 suspension points, or 2 trees the perfect distance apart, or you have to cement 2 posts, etc. But for a hammock chair, all you need is one suspension point, whether it's a tree limb, the front or back porch, or even in your house. It is so versatile it can be put in small apartments, dorm rooms or even your basement recreation room. They usually run about half the price of a full size hammock.

Our Caribbean Jumbo Hammock Chair stays true to it's origin, but it has been upgraded to include a four foot wide tropical hard wood spreader bar for ample shoulder room. The spreader bar has been coated with multiple coats of marine varnish to protect it from the elements. There is also an extra long footrest so you can easily stretch out, and the body is woven of soft-spun polyester so it will not rot, mold or mildew. With all these special features, it is probably the most luxurious and comfortable hammock chair on the market today. Customer review have been consistently in the 4 to 5 star range since the introduction of this high quality product. Why not try one out today, you will not be disappointed, I can assure you.

Now that we're past all that snow, and hopefully all the rain we've had here in the Northeast - it's definitely time to get your hammock out. If you don't have one as of yet, you don't know what you're missing. Take a look at our jumbo hammocks, or maybe a mayan hammock, or even a jumbo hammock chair to hang from your favorite tree in the backyard. Whatever you choose, ClassyHammocks.com is the place to be.

Aside from our hammocks we have many wonderful pillows to choose from in bright colors and we also carry hanging hardware for your hammock.

So, take a look, see what we've got, and get your high quality, beautiful hammock today at ClassyHammocks.com

If you are a true hammock lover, than I am sure you remembered to store it properly for the winter months. Now that spring is just around the corner, it’s about time to take that hammock out of hibernation and get it ready to sway in the wind this upcoming season.

In order to wash your hammock and get all the dust and cobwebs off, just lay it on the ground somewhere flat, like on your patio, driveway or deck. Essentially, any hard surface that you have swept clean of dirt and debris and that can get wet is a good surface for this project.

Use a bucket of water mixed with mild detergent, and a soft bristle brush. Gently scrub the hammock on one side, then flip it over and repeat on the other side. If you happen to notice any areas with mold or mildew, scrub extra hard and remove as much as possible. While you are scrubbing, inspect the ropes for any fraying or damage that could have been caused during the off season. Once all the debris and stains are gone, just rinse with regular water, you can use your garden hose for this if it is available.

Now that your hammock is clean, you will need to hang it out to dry as soon as possible. If your hammock has spreader bars, you can hang it as if you were going to use it, and place it in direct sunlight so it can dry thoroughly.

If you have a Mayan hammock, which does not have spreader bars, hang it over the deck railing or over a couple chairs in direct sunlight and allow it to dry before use. You want to make sure you get your hammock in direct sunlight to dry as soon as possible.

Most hammocks will dry completely within 2 days. Taking proper care of your hammock will ensure that you get many years of use out of your hammock.
Enjoy & Relax! If you are looking for another color or style, stop by our store and check out what we have - we now carry pillows, the perfect compliment to your hammock!

As you are probably aware by now, there are many choices out there when it comes to purchasing a hammock. In fact, many people don’t realize how many different fibers, styles, etc. there are. When it comes to a rope hammock you have two fibers to choose from - one is polyester and the other is cotton. There are some other blends available, but cotton and polyester are the two most popular, and the most commonly found. It’s hard to make the proper choice because each has its own advantages, and disadvantages. Here are a few considerations that may help.

Where are you going to locate your Hammock, indoors or outdoors?

Cotton hammocks generally should not be exposed to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. It can cause them to fade and lose their color. You can use them outdoors in a shady place though if you’d like. We carry a great cotton hammock chair that is extremely comfortable. On the other hand, polyester hammocks are resistant to the sun, but over time even the polyester ones may fade a little if they are placed in direct sun light. Polyester is known to be able to stand much more sun, and for much longer periods of time compared to cotton. So if you’re planning on keeping your hammock outside most of the time, polyester would be the way to go when it comes to durability. If you want to use your hammock indoors, cotton is the way to go.

Which is more resistant to rain?

Well, as I said above, if you’re hanging your hammock inside, this question doesn’t really matter. But if you are using it outside, cotton is prone to rot, mold and mildew caused from moisture or rain. There are products that say they can “waterproof” cotton, but I haven’t found that to be true. Polyester is resistant to moisture and rain damage so polyester will win when it comes to resistance to water.

Cost of polyester and cotton rope hammocks?

This really depends on where you purchase your hammock. There are high-end polyester hammocks that are more expensive than low quality cotton hammocks, but there are also high quality cotton hammocks that are more expensive than polyester hammocks! Of course, the choice is yours and this will depend on the brand of the rope hammock you choose.

Overall, the polyester hammock definitely wins when it comes to outdoor use and the cotton hammock is great for indoor use. Polyester is durable and will not rot, mold or mildew, where the cotton ones definitely will. Cotton is less durable, but much more comfortable. There remains one real question: do you want a rope hammock that you will not have to replace for many years (polyester), or a hammock that is comfortable, but that you will have to take special care of (cotton)? Check out the great colors we have to choose from when it comes to polyester hammocks, you will not be disappointed should you choose polyester!