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Overlander Tent
Care Instructions
1. Clean only with cold water and a soft brush - do not use soap or detergent, this will remove the
waterproofing compounds.
2. Do not expose to petrol, oil or solvents.
3. New poly/cotton fabric will initially experience some weeping through the seams. This will reduce over
time as the fabric cures.
4. Well worn products may be re-proofed using a good quality waterproofing solution. This is highly
recommended. Generally this is re-applied every 1-2 years depending on how much you use or clean the
tent and what environments your tent has been used in. Some waterproofing agents may also contain
UV inhibitors. 303 protectant fabric guard, Star Brite, Rain guard, Nikwax and Kiwi all offer polycotton
safe waterproofing solutions.
5. It is recommended to season your tent before your first trip. You can season the tent fabric by setting
up tent on a level surface before actual use. Do a full set up, use all window rods. Make sure all windows
and zippers are completely closed. Do not have the rain fly installed and remove all internal contents.
With a hose, wet down the tent lightly. Then focus on all the areas that have been stitched and water log
the fabric the best you can. Let tent dry completely on its own, do not use heat or compressed air to dry
tent, let it dry naturally, avoid direct sunlight, this may take a day or so. Repeat this process two more
times if necessary. This process allows the canvas and threads to shrink and expand as much as they can
effectively sealing the seams. Do not be alarmed if the tent leaks for the first or second time you season
the canvas as this is normal as the thread and canvas contract and expand together. Liquid seam sealer
can be applied after the 3
rd
seasoning. Season the rain fly by hanging it up and spraying both sides of the
fabric with water in the same procedure as the tent.
6. Zippers can be lubed with a silicon spray or bee’s wax, this keeps them lubed and helps with water
resistance. Clean zippers with a soft brush.
7. If the fabric needs cleaning, use a mild detergent mixture( 1 cup Lysol all-purpose cleaner to 1 gallon
of warm water) use with a soft brush to clean fabric as needed. Rinse off the tent with a rinse solution of
( 1 cup lemon juice, 1 cup sea salt to 1 gallon of warm water). Final rinse with cool water. Allow to dry
completely before storage. Re-proof tent if needed.
8. Stainless hardware will stain less than zinc coated hardware but it still needs routine maintenance.
After you check torque on bolts, wipe down with a cloth and break-free clp.
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