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Welcome to my website specializing in "Livable Tents". Canvas cabin or wall tents are used a lot by hunters for a temporary campsite, but some people have lived in these tents for long periods of time and liked it or like it . . .

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The term "Canvas" refers to any heavy-duty fabric covering: Could be cotton canvas, polyester canvas or hemp canvas or some other synthetic fiber. Going to the effort of building a "tent platform" out of 2x6 lumber and plywood makes living in a wall tent even more enjoyable; it gives a person a solid elevated level floor to live on plus helps to keep you drier from moisture. Website Owner Picture

Also of great importance is the use of a very strong metal or wood support system (framework) for the tent interior. The use of these two basic items - the tent platform and a strong framework would be necessary in my opinion for any long term use of a wall tent as living quarters. I make every effort to limit the companies or small businesses listed here to original manufacturers, i try not to list "resellers" or "drop shippers" - people who just take tent orders and pass the order on to a manufacturer for a commission or percentage of the sale. Also, i want to mention that a number of the businesses listed here do repair work on tents plus sell tent accessories to make living in a tent more enjoyable.

Just so you'll know . . . This website is advertising driven. Advertising income pays the bills like hosting fees and other expenses. I am adding another quality advertising source which i like a lot - Amazon.com. If you the viewer of this website would consider making purchases of the items that interest you from my 'Amazon Ad Placements' that would be very helpful and appreciated. When you make purchases through these Amazon links, I receive a very modest sales commission on any purchase you make, but it doesn't cost you a penny. The prices are exactly the same as buying on Amazon directly, and there is no extra charge to you; Amazon pays the commission fees.

Everyone is welcome to visit my websites as much as they want even if you do not buy anything.

Also, Very Important Thing To Do . . . Please do not give a deposit or cash payment to any of these businesses listed here without first doing your research on them and establishing some sort of confidence that they are going to fulfill their end of the deal. I have not, nor can i screen these listings here - they are here for your use as a starting point in your search for a livable tent for yourself. Some of them may be out of business, in bankruptcy, or having financial difficulty, or God only knows what kind of problems they could be having. Please try to go to great lengths to protect yourself - They do!

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OFF-GRID IN ALASKA This listing here is about people actually living in a wall tent temporarily in Alaska while they were building their small cabin. No tents for sale here. Just some information from people actually living in a wall tent. This is about two people (husband & wife) who - from what i can tell 'burned out' working for Microsoft in Seattle, Washington and chucked it all to start a simple life in northern Alaska. Quite interesting to me and hopefully also to you the viewer of this website. To view the start of their tent set-up, scroll down to date: SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2009.

“Why I'm all in for this crazy plan? My reasons are quite simple (a lot like the things I enjoy). I'm tired of the rat race, tired of stress (the kind of stress where you want to punch the idiot spouting BS in the throat, but can't), and stays with you for days. I'm looking forward to a simpler way of life with real stresses, that could indeed be life threatening; but when they're over, they're over. Not the grinding soul destroying continual stress that exists making others rich, while letting your life slip through your fingers.”

Off-Grid In Alaska •

offgridalaska@hughes.net

NEMO EQUIPMENT Featured here are the usable two models that can accommodate full time living probably. First one is the Isopod™ 100 (about 8ft x 8ft) & the Isopod™ 300. Picture on the right is of their 'Isopod™ 300', a 240 SF tent, that's almost 15ft x 15ft to give you an idea of it's size. Really, these tents are designed to be extreme conditions base camps, so living in them on a permanent basis - you had better check with them first before buying one, because they ain't cheap, and i do not know how well they would hold up living in them year round.

“Isopod™ has a unique pole configuration that has been wind tunnel and computer-optimized to withstand extreme winds, resisting breakage by allowing pole flex. Isopod™ fabrics are custom designed with additional UV and abrasion resistance. The removable inner canopy is composed largely of APRI™, a metallic fabric that increases interior warmth. A large Dyneema-reinforced snow skirt around the perimeter of Isopod™ can be used to seal out weather. Over 40 guy-out points and 10 primary ground anchors lock Isopod™ to the ground. Internally deployable vents and mesh pockets, including specialized radio pockets, ensure livability. Includes high strength DAC poles, duffle style carry bag, snow stakes, and repair kit.”

NEMO Equipment • 383 Central Avenue Suite 400 • Dover, NH 03820 • Phone: (603) 881-9301 • Toll Free: (800) 997-9301 •

Journey@nemoequipment.com • Contact Form

CAMPMOR OUTDOOR CANVAS TENTS Thanks Gerard from the Philippines for bringing this to my attention. However, the Campmor Outdoor website is being changed or remade, so there is mostly pictures and not much explanation. Picture on the right is of their 'Bow model canvas tent with windbreak'. Also, need to mention that this tent line is being sold by "Diamantina Canvas Tents" an Australian business listed below. This tent brand appears to be quite suitable for permanent living, if so desired. There are some distributors around the US, www.equipt1.com being one of them. The impression i have of this tent is that it is suitable for car or truck camping, but would tend to be to heavy for horse packing. The tent is quite heavy i think.

From: Jonathan Hansen, Director, ConserVentures, Founding Editor, Overland Journal. “Introducing Campmor Outdoor Canvas Tents. The most durable canvas ground tents available in the world. Designed for permanent and semi-permanent use in some of the most inhospitable terrain on the planet. Campmor Outdoor tents are constructed in South Africa using canvas from Australia, bringing together the best materials available for a tent of unsurpassed quality. Since Campmor Outdoor's inception in January 1995 they have designed and manufactured a range of canvas tents and camping furniture that is of the highest quality. Their passion for innovation and total commitment to excellence bring you product that you can depend on. Because, like you they strive for and expect excellence. Their products are tested out in the real world, not in a laboratory. Campmor Outdoor tents are used by outfitters and guides around the globe as semi permanent base camps and sleeping quarters for their guests. They last through years of constant use without fading or fabric degradation from the elements. Quality materials used throughout: Australian Dynaproof (r) canvas, shadecloth mesh, YKK zippers, spring steel poles, and 550 gram ground sheets combine to create the last tent you will ever need. Heavy Duty Construction: Tested to withstand winds of up to 65 miles per hour. These tents stand firm and will outperform any tent on the market. The Campmor Guarantee: As part of our dedication to quality products, Campmor Outdoor warrants to the original owner it's products against defects in material and or workmanship. Support: World class support for your investment. We stand behind our products.”

Campmor Outdoor Pty (Ltd) • 51d Richard Rd • Industria North • Roodepoort • South Africa • Phone: 011 477-6629

GRAYS CANVAS PRODUCTS This British company has many products not related to canvas tents, but they also do wall tents and tipis. I imagine they are real good craftsman and can probably do anything.

“All canvas products are cut, stitched and assembled at our premises in Blackwater, Isle of Wight. We have the expertise to create custom-made canvas products of all kinds - from canopies to trailer covers, barbecue covers to a bespoke exhibition tent. Our 14ft ridge tents are based on the original military design and made out of 12oz canvas that is rot, flame and water resistant. All our ridge tents come with the appropriate certification. Our standard color is white although we have a selection of colors available. Whatever your canvas covering requirement, the chances are Grays Canvas Products can meet it, to your exact specifications.”

Grays Canvas Products • Southbank • Blackwater Road • Newport • Isle of Wight PO30 3BG • UK

Diamantina Sheraton Majestic - 3 room Canvas Family Tent

DIAMANTINA CANVAS TENTS This Australian Canvas Tent Company has a wide range of products with great looking designs. Also, there is at least 4 videos explaining the benefits of owning one or more of their tents. So, plenty of information here to help you decide what is best for you, your uses. It seems to me that these tents here are designed mostly for use in a warmer climate, probably not suitable for winter conditions like in Canada or some other cold place like that. Picture on the right is of their "Diamantina Sheraton Majestic - 3 room Canvas Family Tent".

“Diamantina canvas tents are becoming widely recognized across Australia as the premium brand for quality canvas tents, the preferred choice for campers who want strength and durability. A well maintained canvas tent of good quality will last up to thirty years with good use. There is no dome tent on the market today made using synthetic materials that will last this long. In fact, dome tent fabrics being 100% synthetic, will last up to 10 years with good use, or approximately one third of the expected life span of a quality canvas tent. Quality canvas fabrics have greater UV resistance than any dome tent materials which increases the life expectancy of the tent, especially in Australian conditions. When a 100% synthetic tent material is exposed to the heat of the Australian sun for prolonged periods of time, the characteristics of the fabric are altered, and color, strength and performance begins to deteriorate. Good quality canvas materials are made using high density thread counts for maximum tear resistance, abrasion resistance, and water resistance. However the importance of breathability cannot be understated. Sleeping in a tent that does not breathe can be like sleeping in a damp and hot sauna. Diamantina canvas tents are made considering water resistance and breathability, making them perfect for the hot Australian climate. This is achieved by using tightly woven fabrics combining a blend of cotton fibers for maximum breathability, and polyester fibers for maximum strength and durability. Diamantina canvas tents also have the added advantage of stronger steel frame structures - rated with the exclusive Category 5 Frame System - tested to withstand wind strengths up to 100km per hour. These canvas tents can handle up to three times the wind speed strength of most dome style tents. Diamantina canvas tents include large awnings for added shade in the sun often not found in dome tents. The rooms are often larger, providing greater head room with larger windows. This means greater flow of circulating air through the tent, resulting in cooler, more comfortable living conditions in hot weather. The construction of seams and peg points in quality Diamantina canvas tents are heavier duty by nature due to the folded seam constructions, the heavy duty webbing peg points, and the extra fabric reinforcing used in each stress point. These features are important in windy conditions when the tent is placed under added stress. It is for these reasons that quality canvas tents like the Diamantina range below are not found in department style stores. These tents are not built on price alone, rather on quality and performance. Canvas tents are ideally suited to families planning extended holidays, or couples planning to travel extensively with the use of a tent that can withstand more frequent use, such as the Campmor range below. Each of the Diamantina canvas tents below have been designed with added features, with the first priority being the comfort of the consumer. Many features listed in each of these tents are not found in any other similar tents on the market. Each of these tents have a 5 year warranty covering replacement parts and labor for any problem caused by manufacturing fault. Each of the Diamantina canvas tents are backed up by available spare parts and repair servicing.”

Diamantina Tents and Camping Gear • Phone: 0400 380 473 •

info@diamantina.net.au • Contact Form

VALLEY TENT AND CANVAS This business's website is probably kind of new, so it lacks a lot of pertinent information. I guess they make wall tents and they also do canvas fabric repair . . .

“Valley Tent and Canvas was founded in 1983 in Nampa, ID we have over 40 years of combined experience to service your custom needs and specialized fabric fabrication. From custom boat covers, wall tents, awnings, and most fabric repairs we look forward to see if we can take care of your fabric goods. Currently located in Nampa, ID and now in Twin Falls, ID we are situating ourselves to help encompass the need of the outdoorsman. We look forward to working with you and appreciate the time you've taken to look at our business.”

Valley Tent and Canvas • 4129 Garrity Blvd • Nampa, ID 83687 • Phone: (208) 465-7185 • Cell: (208) 880-0819

jodyp@valleytentandcanvas.com

GOVERNMENT SURPLUS TENTS A number of years ago i used this service to bid and buy surplus items that i tried to sell on eBay for a profit. I just checked to see if they list tents up for auction and they do have a "Tent & Tarpaulins" category (8340) and i was able to locate some cool looking tents in their inventory up for auction. Here is a sample listing: Lot Details — Event Id 10056 — Lot Number 6302: "Command post tent. Green coated polyester blackout fabric. Square floor shape. Length: 11 feet. Width: 11 feet. Includes: Plain wall liner, window wall liner, rain gutter, floor, roof cap, plain wall, window wall, entrance way wall, frame assembly, telescopic pole, fabric transport bag, frame transport bag, tent pin steel, tent stake wood, tent pin container, support straps." Picture on the right is of this listed tent. Actually, there are several pictures offering different views of this tent if you went to the site and checked it out. This particular item is located at "Eglin AFB, FL 32542. But these auctions are held all over the US at different military bases.

“Government Liquidation (GL), a Liquidity Services, Inc. marketplace is the exclusive contractor of the DLA Disposition Services for the sale of surplus and scrap assets of the United States Department of Defense (DOD). GL operates an innovative and powerful online sales channel that enables surplus buyers to purchase available government assets in a convenient and open environment. GL utilizes world-class logistics, technology, marketing and customer service capabilities to assemble and promote available property for the convenience of its buyers. With over 500 different commodity categories and thousands of surplus items added weekly to our inventory, GL offers surplus Buyers a unique and dynamic pool of property for purchase and resale. GL's dedicated team of professionals manage over 1 million square feet of warehouse space and maintain outposts on over 150 military bases throughout the continental US, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam. GL is part of a critical mission to keep surplus and idle inventories moving out of facilities nationwide, maximizing efficiencies, while creating a valuable cash flow source to the US Treasury. This is accomplished with a strong emphasis on national security, through inventory assurance measures and strict purchasing restrictions. Government Liquidation is the leading global seller of assets in over 500 different US Government commodity categories.”

Government Liquidation • 15051 North Kierland Boulevard, 3rd Floor • Scottsdale, AZ 85254 USA
Phone: (480) 367-1300 •

info@govliquidation.com

DIAMOND BRAND This company appears to be primarily a commercial supplier of canvas tents to organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America and the US military. Probably, they do not sell to the general public, but i will try and find out. "Diamond Brand is a 130 year old US based manufacturer of fabric based solutions, specializing in outdoor gear that protects people and equipment. Diamond Brand contract manufactures sewn products, primarily tents, backpacks and covers, for domestic and foreign militaries and outdoor companies and organizations like the Boy Scouts of America. We also contract manufacture sewn products for industrial use on a case by case basis."

“For decades, Diamond Brand has produced thousand of licensed wall tents every year for the Boy Scouts of America for use in their summer camps. These tents are exposed to virtually every environment and condition imaginable as they are fielded in all 50 states. These tents have not only stood the test of time through their classic designs, but have also withstood the rigors that countless Boy Scouts have imparted upon these virtually indestructible tents. The Boy Scout wall tents are the work horse of the Boy Scout shelter program. Our tents have earned the right to carry the Boy Scout logo. They continue to field these tents year after year because they work and few other shelter alternatives can offer the value that these time-tested tents can. Diamond Brand also produces custom tents to meet an individual camp or council’s specific needs and we are the proud manufacturer and producer of the Philmont Scout Ranch wall tents that are built to their exacting standard and designed to withstand the abuse of a high UV environment, high winds, and the effects of 25,000 campers per season. All of our tents are made of tough 11oz. tan or pearl grey 50/50 Polyester cotton blended Polaris or Starfire fabrics. We also offer a lighter-weight polyester tent with factory sealed seams to provide a dry environment right out of the box. All of our fabrics are fire-retardant, water, UV and mildew-resistant and designed to shed and withstand the most persistent winds, rains and snows. Our tents come in 5 standard sizes.”

Diamond Brand • 145 Cane Creek Industrial Park Rd Suite 100 • Fletcher, NC 28732 • Phone: (828) 684-9848
Fax: (828) 687-0965 • Toll Free: (800) 258-9811 •

wgay@diamondbrand.com

Picture of Completed Platform Tent re-cover job

CANVAS BY KATHI I am including this listing here because some people need this type of service. Even though this man mostly does boats, he has proven himself capable of re-covering a canvas wall tent sitting on a wood platform. Or in other words a "Platform Tent". On his website he includes pictures of the 'before and after' tent recover job. Looks real nice.

“Canvas by Kathi: Creating quality custom marine canvas products for all types of watercraft. Custom covers can create a new look for your boat or wall tent. We are committed to our customer's satisfaction. We take pride in the work we do and the level of service we provide. We will do everything in our power to create a product that will look great and provide years of enjoyment. Your boat canvas is exposed to an unforgiving marine environment. This is why we use only the best marine fabrics and hardware in all our products. We are continuously keeping up to date with the latest products to bring you, our customer, the best solution for your canvas covering needs. Protect your brightwork with custom covers. Each boat is unique, so each canvas product is designed, built and custom fit to your boat specifications. Our designs balance the existing boat lines with functionality and durability. Due to the custom nature of our products, we need to have the boat available for measurements. We offer dockside service at Lake Tahoe, both in California and Nevada, but we travel to other nearby areas for a fee. We also offer sail repair and brightwork refinishing. Canvas by Kathi replaced all the canvas on a Lake Tahoe tent cabin.”

Kathi James • Zephyr Cove, Nevada • Phone: (775) 790-1490 •

kathi@canvasbykathi.com

VW CAMPER VAN TENTS I know it looks like an old VW Bus like they used in the 60's, but it is really a four person adult tent big enough for standing room. I had to put this up tonight, other sites have it also, but it is too good to miss. You can buy this from the distributor in the UK and yes they ship internationally.

“If you love music, mud and Mother Nature you're probably heading to a camp site at some point this summer. But why take shelter in some dull, conventional tent when you can recreate the Summer of Love in the hippie-tastic VW Camper Van Tent. Officially licensed, this stunning four-man (or lady, natch) tent is a luxe, full-size replica of the iconic 1965 VW Camper Van synonymous with 60s counterculture. It's so evocative you can almost hear the Mamas and the Papas singing California Dreamin' every time you feast your eyes on its beautifully breadloaf-ish form. Indeed we half expected Mama Cass to tumble out when we first saw this groovy Vee-Dub. You'll be the envy of the campsite! But there's more to this highly realistic pretend hippie/surfermobile than mere good looks. Just like its vehicular counterpart you can stand up inside – handy if you don't fancy crawling around on your hands and knees after a day at the main stage. What's more its fabric roof and sides are 3000mm and 1000mm respectively – mighty impressive, especially when you consider British Military spec is only 800mm (and we consider things like that quite a lot). Factor in two zip-separated double-size rooms, allowing couples to sleep/knit yogurt/spread the love in private, plus an outer that can be put up first to offer some shelter as you erect the other bits and bobs, and you're looking at the greatest thing to hit the world of boho living since . . . well, since the original VW Camper Van. All together now, 'If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to take your Vee-Dub Camper Tent . . .”

Firebox.com Ltd • Firebox House • Ardwell Road • London SW2 4RT United Kingdom • International Phone: 0044 870 2414289 • Local Phone: 0844 922 1010 •

info@firebox.com

SNOWTREKKER™ CANVAS TENTS I didn't know this company existed. But, by the looks of their pictures they sell a unique design and they look good also. Nice website with plenty of product pictures.

“With design refinements that add ease of set-up and overall tent perfection, the new Snowtrekker canvas tents continue to maintain their status as the flagship of winter camping tents. When Snowtrekker™ canvas tents were designed 15 years ago, every one of their features were carefully planned and tested to withstand the rigorous demands of the winter elements. Their modified wedge design combat wind and snow load from every direction and their smaller overall interior volume increase heating efficiency while maintaining maximum floor print area. Functional living space is achieved with an interior frame that matches the slope of the walls and supports the entire ridge line of the tent. Furthermore, this design makes the tent freestanding and easy to set up, even solo. Add to this the next generation of guy-lines and Snowtrekker™ tents set up remarkably tight. An asymmetrical oval door is structurally integrated into the tent and allows the entryway to be heightened providing easier entrance/exit. Additionally, the door flap closes with a single vertical zipper. Of course, we've kept the time-proven features including 7.5 ounce fire-retardant canvas, reinforced stress points, and 12” wide synthetic snow flaps.”

Snowtrekker™ Tents LLC • 11083 S Ellen Smith Road • Solon Springs, Wisconsin 54873 USA • Phone: (715) 378-4216 •

info@snowtrekkertents.com

WOODS PROSPECTOR TENTS This appears to be an old line company based in Canada that has two basic classes of Canvas Wall Tents: Industrial Wall Tents (IND.) 17.6oz heavy-duty unbleached cotton duck fabric and Standard Wall Tents (STD.) 10oz heavy-duty unbleached cotton duck fabric. Video on the right is a review of the actual tent made by this publication called "Woodsmonkey". Be sure to watch part two of this review called: "Canvas Tent Woodsmonkey 2"

“Founded in 1885, Woods Canada is among the oldest and most respected outdoor brands in the world. Woods is proud to have been involved in a number of events which have shaped our country. In particular, the products that Woods has developed and produced for use in Canada's Arctic, have allowed Canadians to explore this region and to live and work in some of the harshest weather conditions in the world. Since 1885, Woods products have been chosen by and endorsed by many of the great adventurers, explorers, outdoorsmen and pioneers of the past century, including Admiral Richard Byrd, Robert Peary, Harry Snyder, Kermit Roosevelt, Walter Woods, Sir Hubert Wilkins, Father Hubbard, Ernest Hemingway and Bradford Washburn. Durable quality you've come to expect from Woods. Our water repellent and rot resistant tents are available in a variety of sizes with a flame retardant fabric option. Custom sizes and materials available, call for a quotation. Stove pipe rings and pole sets are available and sold separately.”

Woods Prospector Tents • 49 Howden Road • Scarborough, Ontario, Canada, M1R 3C7 • Toll Free: (800) 268-4482
Fax: (416) 285-4311 •

scottm@icpinc.com

A.T.U.K. Located in the Northeastern area of the world is this Canadian business specializing in fine quality cotton canvas tents. Picture on the right is of their "Prospector" Model Wall Tent/Platform Tent: “This is the ideal tent for permanent or semi-permanent site use. Easily carried and very warm in winter, its convenient all year round. It sports ballistic nylon snow skirts, a fiberglass stove cloth (2650 degrees) and a carrying bag. Windows and a screen door can be added. This tent model can be ordered to customer specified dimensions.”

“Established in 1996, ATUK is a company that has been designing, creating and producing different types of tents, Sioux tipis and cedar canoes for nearly twenty years. At the head of ATUK, there stands Guy Hébert, all-round craftsman, trapper and coureur de bois. Working with wood, leather, fur or canvas has no secret for him. Along the years, he developed a deep interest in every facet of Indian handicraft. This explains the name ATUK he gave his company, meaning 'caribou' in the language of the Montagnais living on Quebec North-Shore. Cotton tents vary according to fabric used and manufacturer's skill. The words canvas and duck mean the same material. The most frequently used cotton for tent manufacturing is white cotton. There are different grades of cotton, some resist more than others to stretching, to wear, and some are more water repellent. White cotton offers more brightness at night. There are three types of white cotton: 'Single Fill', one strand weave; 'Duo Fill', two strands weave; or 'Army Duck', four strands weave. The two first grades are the cheapest and least resistant on the market. The 'Army Duck' grade is the finest and offers the greatest resistance to wear and tear; it doesn't stretch and is 100% water repellent. Tent fabric may be named 'Excello', 'Skyprotex' or 'Sunforger'. Those appellations do not designate brands of cotton, but treatments given to fabric to render it flame retardant, water repellent and mildew resistant. Fabric so treated is quite tough, as long as the tent is stored in a dry place. We firmly believe that 'Army Duck' 10oz cotton, 'Excello' treated, is by far the best choice: It is water repellent, fire retardant and mildew resistant. All our seams are double sewn and flat felled, a process that keeps fabric from pulling on the stitches. This kind of sewing guarantees great strength and tightness under any condition.”

Guy Hébert • 100, 5e rang • Saint-É-lie-de-Caxton • Québec, Canada G0X 2N0 • Phone: (819) 221-4301

info@atuktents.com

TENTSMITHS These folks actually seem to specialize in duplicating historical tents and they have quite a few different models, a big inventory. You might ask them if their tents are suitable for year round living if that is your plan.

“Wall tents have been in use for much longer than at first thought. Paintings from 1544 show open-faced wall tents standing with pavilions and wedges. A model of a tent dated to the mid-17th century, and profusely decorated with taped seams outside and fully embroidered inside, stands in a European museum. There are drawings of wall tents being used in military settings ca. 1740. A sketch brought back from England shows a wall tent with overhanging eaves dating from 1780. Long's expedition of 1819 was recorded in paintings which show the tent in use and numerous other paintings attest to its continued use during the 19th century. Truly a tent that has never gone out of style, the wall tent appears in all the woodsmanship books of the early part of this century and is still in use for guided hunting trips and Indian winter living in northern Canada. Wall tents have been popular because they are a very efficient use of material for the space provided, are easy to transport, quick to set up, and ensure a dry, trouble free, comfortable camp. All TENTSMITHS wall tents include overhanging eaves (as did many originals) to shed water away from the walls, overlapping doors to discourage wind-blown rain from entering, and an internal mud flap to further ensure against weather entering from beneath the walls. All wall tents listed here are starting points only. We offer taller walls, peaks, or both. Tents can be made wider or longer to suit your needs and requirements. We highly recommend the addition of a second door as this allows the tent to ventilate more efficiently on a hot day giving you the coolest place in camp.”

Tentsmiths • Box 1748 • Conway, NH 03818 USA • Phone: (603) 447- 2344 • Fax: (603) 447-1777 •

info@tentsmiths.com

US STOVE COMPANY BARREL STOVE KIT Let me tell you I'm an old Wood Burning Barrel Stove man. I have made and used one of these barrel stoves for years when i was living on the high-desert in Southern California. I used a barrel stove kit from "Sotz", an airtight stamped metal kit and it worked very well. Unfortunately, Sotz is no longer in business and i do not know how well these cast iron kits work being sold nowadays. Anyway, i used a standard size 30 gallon barrel with my Sotz kit and most people would not want anything larger than 30 gallons for use in a wall tent. After installing the kit on the barrel, next step i think is to do a "Trial Burn" to burn off any chemical residue or paint in or on the barrel. It's best to do the "Trial Burn" with the stove out-of-doors because the barrel may smoke a lot. Don't let the stove get "Red Hot" if possible. After you're finished with the trial burn and cleaned out the ashes, set-up the stove indoors and use a small shovel or coffee can to load a layer of clean sand up to about the bottom of the door opening. I never changed this sand and it just stays in there giving some protection to the metal surface of the stove bottom. These stoves are one of those things in life which pays for itself many times over from it's original investment. You can burn a lot of household trash in these things, things like used paper plates or old newspapers to start the morning fire. Also, you can make or buy some stove tools like pokers, rakes and blow tubes (Fireplace Blow Poke) used to get the flame started good. Very sadly, i hope it's not true, but some people say and i quote: "This stove is NOT eligible for sale in California or Washington State." Also, the links here are going to Amazon.com for your buying convenience. I live in California and cannot receive any sales commission from your purchase of this item.

“This Model #BSK1000 Cast Iron Barrel Stove Kit, Converts one 30 Or 55 Gallon Drum into a "Heat Radiating Wood Burning Stove". Great for out-buildings garages, cabins, or wall tents. Includes: Door, Chimney Collar & Barrel Stand. Barrel NOT Included!”

US Stove Company • 227 Industrial Park • PO Box 151 • South Pittsburg TN 37380 • Toll Free: (800) 750-2723

ARMBRUSTER TENTS If you are looking for old fashioned quality you might consider this old line genuine US company. They are still making and selling to the general public World War II type canvas military tents. They also make huge industrial size tents not suitable for individual use. But check out their World War II tents, those you can use for full time living if you are so inclined. You can visit their interesting Blog by clicking here.

“Armbruster Mfg. Co. has built tents for the US Government and the Red Cross since the turn of the century. Our first government orders began during WWI, then larger orders during WWII when 3 shifts of workers were used to complete wartime contracts. All types of tents were manufactured by Armbruster. Armbruster WWII tents are made to last, just like the originals we manufactured over 65 years ago. Some people ask why our Canvas WWII tents are more expensive than other vendors on the market. The reasons why are: These are not tents made for a "movie set" to be used one time. We take care to meet the original war time contract specifications and almost 70 years later that doesn't come cheap. Our tents are a better choice for the following reasons: These WWII Tents are American Made not imported. These tents are manufactured by the same manufacturer who made them during the War. We use the same machines, stencils, and hardware, wherever possible, some dating from 1928. Lifespan of our WWII canvas tents is 30-40 years of regular use. These WWII Canvas tents are handmade by master craftsmen with over 40 years of tent manufacturing experience. These are Milspec tents made to military specifications - not re-enactor grade tents that wear out after a few years. We don't make reproductions, we make NEW MADE WARTIME CANVAS TENTS to US Government Contract Specifications. Because these tents are made by a TENTMAKER, the patterns are correct and they pull out properly to look like a tent! (and shed water properly). Other vendors tents don't pull out properly because the patterns are incorrect, or the sewing was done improperly. We make tents not copies of them. These tents are under full warranty back by a company who has been hand making tents since 1875.”

Armbruster Manufacturing Company • 8600 Old Route 66 South • Springfield, Illinois 62712 USA
Toll Free: (800) 637-4326 • Phone: (217) 483-2463 •

sales@armbrustertentmaker.com

SHELTER FRAME CONNECTORS This website would be a great resource for those of you looking for "Build-It-Yourself" tent frame systems either using metal tube or 2x2, 2x3, 2x4 Lumber or maybe PVC tubing. You would have to design your own from your own dimensions for your particular project.

“With much of the items listed here a person needs to use their imagination to finish off the project. Meaning for example you can make a simple design on paper for a small dwelling or tent and use accessories available from the listed suppliers to provide framework connectors or to provide maybe a canvas or poly covering. You might be able to modify an existing prefab canvas or poly covering to allow for a door or window. Many of these connector systems can be used to build the necessary framework for a Canvas Wall Tent. A lot of the things listed here are not designed for human habitation. You have to make them habitable and use common sense. Be careful that you don't suffocate yourself - I need all the Shed & Shelter visitors i can get!”

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EXCLUSIVE TENTS By the looks of their website - they sell beautiful canvas tents. Most are of larger size suitable for family living. But they do have smaller tents suitable for individual or couple living. Picture on the right is of their "Budget Serengeti", approx. 20ft x 15ft.

“Welcome To A Whole New World of Ultra-Luxury African Canvas Safari Tents, Eco-Lodge, Island Dwelling, Spa, Tree House, Alternative Living and Resort Tents. Our stunning and eco-friendly tent designs are quickly becoming the standard for alternative accommodation worldwide. From the remote African safari to the five star ultra luxury island resorts, Exclusive Tents is leading the way to a new era of sustainable green living. Our focus and passion is to provide canvas and fabric structures which have a low impact on the surrounding environment. In doing so, we have opened the door for many architects looking to develop in environmentally sensitive areas. This in turn, means that places like beaches and islands, which are protected, can now be enjoyed without any harm to the area. The tents are designed with the individual in mind. They can be used as a summer vacation home, a second home on a large property, a guesthouse, or as an organic alternative to things such as gazebos or carports. These green alternatives will distinguish any property from the ordinary. Our tents can be found in all types of environments including coastal and tropical settings like Belize, Costa Rica, Turks and Caicos, Maldives, and the Seychelles. You can also find them in the heart of Mexico and sprinkled throughout the United States. Various other international sites utilize our tents for things like safari accommodation, weddings, hunting camps, fishing lodges, spa and yoga centers, and tree houses. Exclusive Tents prides itself in the level of customer service and attention to detail that we offer from first contact until well after setup. We work very closely with our customers to develop and meet all of their ultra luxury accommodation and alternative living needs. Please have a look around and make sure to send an inquiry via the 'contact us' form for price requests and any questions that you may have. Also make sure to check out our 'FAQ' page for more information. Also make sure to have a look at our Furniture and Design Galleries on the left of the page. There you will find authentic mahogany and leather furniture designed to compliment the interior of our tents. Inquiry forms can be found on both pages for price requests and questions.”

Exclusive Tents • 301 N Del Sur Dr • Vail AZ 85641 USA • Phone: (520) 260-9187 / (520) 301-7965

krazy@exclusivetents.com

RILEY STOVE COMPANY These stoves are made for use in Wall/Cabin tents and they have quite a few different models to choose from. The stoves range from very small on up to a large model. Picture on the right is of their three largest stoves.

“Riley Stove Company started manufacturing stoves in 1982. We manufacture outdoor wood-burning camp stoves, pellet stoves, Dutch oven stoves, hot water tanks, warming shelves, temperature controlled ovens, warming ovens, fold-up tables, pack boxes, porta-potties, spark arresters, tent A-frames and more. Riley stoves are packable and easily transportable. Riley stoves come in a variety of sizes! Stove accessories such as hot water tanks, warming shelves, ovens, pipe and legs attach to stoves and are designed with precise measurements to fit inside of stoves. Riley stoves are easy to transport by horses, mules as well as other modes of transportation. They are constructed from galvanized steel and come with a patented air cooled bottom. We use galvanized steel because it is rust-proof and will last 5-10 years longer than black iron materials. The first time you build a fire in your stove, the coating will liquefy from wood heat. This is NOT a cause for concern as it will not burn off. Allow this process 5-7 minutes to occur, after which the surface then hardens. This process gives the stove a baked-on finish which protects it from oxidation/rust. Using galvanized steel also makes your wood stove more light-weight than other types of metal. We have many additional Riley Stove products such as the Dutch Oven Cooker, Montana Pack Rat, Riley Food Boxes, metal folding tables and much more. At Riley Stove Company we strive to make your outdoor excursions memorable by designing quality products that last a lifetime!”

Riley Stove Company • 126 S Spruce Street • PO Box 817 • Townsend, Montana 59644 • Phone: (406) 266-5525

orvriley@rileycampstoves.com

BILL WALTER FOUR SEASONS TENTMASTERS This business favors the look and feel of very old style tents and that's mostly what they do.

“Without a doubt, this is probably the most versatile tent (Wall Tents) today. It has been used by the military for untold years with great success and is still being used today worldwide. As with all our tents, we offer the best fabric available and nothing less. The wall tent is strong and versatile while keeping the military look of clean lines and durability. With seven different sizes to choose from, we are sure there is one to fit your needs. Suggestion - when choosing a tent, figure the number of people and how much floor space you will need, THEN, get the next size larger tent. There is nothing worse than planning a weekend with four people and finding out you have room for only three. The biggest mistake made when laying out how much space is needed, is that you forget to figure in the walking space needed to get around inside your tent. Reminder, a stove takes up the same amount of space as a person. Available with double door and stove outlets, add a fly and you have a very comfortable set-up for summer or winter camping. Since camping is not exactly a past time in these periods, almost all tentage was of military use and design. We will strive to keep that recreational look out of the Rendezvous and other history activities. Our roof lines are kept steep to eliminate that garage look. Please call us for more details regarding adding more poles if necessary!”

Bill Walter Four Seasons Tentmasters • 4221 Livesay Road • Sand Creek, Michigan 49279 USA
Phone: (517) 436-6245 • Fax: (517) 436-3425 •

info@fourseasons-tentmasters.com

CYLINDER STOVES Even though the tents these folks sell are not manufactured by them - they have went to the time and effort to set standards and design features they felt would make for a quality tent to sell. Nothing wrong with that. Their tent maker makes their tents according to their specifications.

“There are a lot of good wall tents on the market these days, but we couldn't find one with all the features we wanted, or the tents were not built the way we felt they should be built. If the little things are not done right, it can make a big difference in the performance of a tent. So we put all our ideas together and designed a tent and had it built for us. We feel that the quality and craftsmanship of these tents make them a worthy companion to a Cylinder Stove. All tents come with 2 doors, stove jack, sod cloth, ropes with tensioners, and a canvas storage bag. Other options are available. The material we use for our canvas tents is 10.38oz. preshrunk marine grade army duck canvas treated with sun forger to make it water repellent and mildew resistant. All seams are folded and double stitched with a lock stitch machine. All reinforcement patches are angled and match up evenly with adjoining patches. All corners, both on the sidewall and the ridge, are reinforced for added durability. The eave of the tent is stitched down to the wall between grommets to insure proper drainage. Tent wall is 5\'2" so that after shrinkage it will finish at a full 5 feet. Inside the tent along the eaves there are loops for clothes lines or dividers sewn in every 3 feet at the seams. There are also sewn in loops inside the tent at the base of the wall every 3 feet, these can be used to tie down a floor or other set items. We have incorporated a spacious, sown in pocket at the front of the tent for convenient storage and use. A door at each end makes for much better ventilation than a door and window. It also makes it easy to set up two tents together. Each door has a 7ft. tall #10 zipper and has a 6" weather flap inside and outside of the door. These flaps have small grommets and D-rings for tying flaps shut if the zipper ever fails. At the bottom of each door is a nylon Fastex Buckle which keeps stress off zipper when setting up tent. All grommets are rolled-rim spur grommets. Each grommet is individually reinforced with webbing to increase strength. A military-style rubber stove jack is angled on the top side to divert runoff around the pipe hole. The stove jack cover is removable, preventing it from ever touching stove pipe. Cover attaches to the wall tent with Velcro when a stove is not needed. A ridge pole opening at each end of ridge has a sock with drawstring for sealing off hole, keeping heat in and bugs out. 12" non-rotting sod cloth is sewn to the inside bottom edge of tent on all 4 sides. Optional zippered windows open from the inside and are covered with a heavy duty vinyl texteleen screen. The window flap is actually the same piece of canvas as the tent. There is no joint at the bottom of the flap, this eliminates any chance of leakage.”

Cylinder Stoves • 4150 E 13000 N • HC13 Box 3004 • Chester UT 84623 • Phone: (435) 436-3829 • Toll Free: (800) 586-3829 • Fax: (435) 436-3737

SEARS I cannot believe how many tents Sears sells. This means you could use your Sears credit card to buy a well made wall tent. The picture on the right is of their "Magnum Tent" and they sell several different sizes of this model.

“The Magnum tent is the toughest, most complete wall tent you will ever own. Magnum wall tents are designed to last a lifetime. Unlike most manufacturers who use a 10oz canvas, these tents are made from a 12oz preshrunk army duck canvas that is fire and marine treated using a dry treatment that has no odor, doesn't collect dirt, and allows the canvas to breathe naturally. The 12oz canvas adds extra insulation and protection from the elements and its strength is unsurpassed. All of the features you've ever wanted in a wall tent come standard in the Magnum, at a fraction of the cost of other wall tents. Specifications: Weight: 75lbs, Width: 10' 0", Length: 12' 0", Wall Height: 4' 10", Peak Height: 7' 10", Slope Length: 5' 9", Canvas Weight: 12oz before treatment, Canvas Weave: preshrunk army duck, Treatments: Flame & Marine, Reinforcements: Corners, ridge, eves, seams folded and double stitched, Door: Zippered & buckled, Zippered screen door, Window: 24" x 36" screened in back wall, Stove Jack: 5" silicone-coated fiberglass, Sod Cloth: 12" vinyl sod cloth, Floor: Not included, Ropes: Yes, Stakes: Yes - steel, Bag: Canvas bag, Frame: Not included, Angle Kit: This angle kit is designed to build a 3 rafter frame for your 10x12 Magnum wall tent. The welded angle brackets can be used with 1" EMT conduit to build an internal frame. The conduit is not provided but can be obtained at your local hardware store. Pole Cuts for 10x12 Magnum Tent: 6 Wall Poles: 57", 6 Rafter Poles: 66", 6 Horizontal Poles: 71".”

Sears Brands, LLC • 3333 Beverly Road • Hoffman Estates IL 60179 • Phone: (847) 286-2500 • Toll Free: (800) 349-4358

RDD USA Lots of big tents here suitable for your tent living lifestyle. Picture on the right is of their 4 Sided Frame Tent 16ft X 16ft.

“RDDUSA supplies Army Surplus Military Clothing and surplus equipment to governments (including the US Government), institutes, private companies and individuals worldwide. Here in our Army Navy Store you will find a large inventory of Genuine Top Quality Military Surplus, Army Surplus products with our Army Navy Surplus items. Military Shelters and Army Tents, Tents for Camping as at the Burning Man Festival, Rental tents. We are supplying Disaster Relief Shelters, Camping tents and Camping equipment, Military Reenactment clothing and gear, Barrack & Military Housing and Temporary Buildings for Government use. Army clothing Props and Wardrobe. Also are available: BDU Uniforms, combat boots, Army Field Gear, Gas Masks and Tactical Gear. Check Our Military apparel section with Urban Military items and vintage Military clothes, Military costumes and military outerwear. You will find here the most special and trendy Items in the market available today! Individuals who aren't living in the US and Canada and want to place an order, will have to meet the minimum order limit of $300. We treat our customers and each other—fairly and honestly. We take our commitments seriously and do what we say we are going to do. Without this, nothing else matters because people want to do business with those they can trust.”

RDD USA Military Surplus • 3200 S Grand Ave • Los Angeles CA 90007 USA • Phone: (213) 742-0666 •

sales@rddusa.com

SWEETWATER BUNGALOWS Cabin tents with sturdy wood frames makes for more stable living in all kinds of weather. These folks are experts at it - making livable strong cabin tents for low cost living.

“Creating A Retreat May Be As Close As Your Own Backyard. Sweetwater Bungalows are an affordable, versatile and attractive solution to increasing your living space needs with a wide range of uses. Richly atmospheric, intimate in scale and unsurpassed in their ability to unite indoor and outdoor living, they offer virtually limitless space options in an affordable manner. With Sweetwater Bungalows innovative design and framework, they are unique to the market of prefabricated and semi-permanent shelters. These wonderful tensile structures combine the stability and protection of a wood frame with the lightness and beauty of fabric walls. Natural, ambient light bathes the interior of the Bungalow during the day, and by night, each structure glows with romantic tranquility. Together with framed in windows and a door, a cozy Bungalow is created. Weather-tight, durable and economical (from $30.00 SF, not including the platform), Sweetwater Bungalows bring you closer to nature and the great outdoors.”

Sweetwater Bungalows • PO Box 9684 • Truckee CA 96162 • Toll Free: (800) 587-5054 •

info@swbungalows.com

PANTHER PRIMITIVES Billed as the "Worlds largest manufacturer of historical shelters"! This business has a very large inventory of all kinds of canvas tent designs. You can just about find anything you want here. They have a lot of cool stuff from wood stoves to cookware and many tent accessories. I think if you go to their "Tents for Scouts" section - that is where you will find standard wall tents.

“We bring the past to life by supplying reproduction tents & supplies for historical re-enactors and collectors. Our dedication to quality and customer service has made Panther the world’s largest manufacturer of historical tentage. For many years Panther has been saving Boy & Girl Scout Councils lots of money on their tentage. Because every Panther tent is made right here, in our own factory in West Virginia, there aren't any commissions added for jobbers, wholesalers or salesmen. Buying factory direct gives our Scout customers the very best prices on quality tentage. Panther platform tents are rugged in design and performance to fit the demands of a camp setting. We've designed special reinforcements for high stress areas, a result of years of experience and feedback from camps. Extra peak and ridge line reinforcements are two of the standard features that set our scout wall tents apart from the others. Made of 11oz. poly/cotton canvas, treated to resist water and mildew. It meets CPAI-84 flame retardancy specs. Available in pearl gray and light brown in all the normal sizes. Compare our prices!”

Panther Primitives • PO Box 32 • State Route 33 • Normantown WV 25267 USA • Toll Free: (800) 487-2684 • Phone: (304) 462-7718 • Fax: (304) 462-7755 •

info@pantherprimitives.com

MIDWEST TENT If you are looking for a low cost wall tent this might be the place to start looking. $229 as of 6/5/10. Price includes one "Standard Wall Tent" 10ft x 10ft x 7½ft tall with 5ft side walls (No floor or Sod-flaps). It appears that there are two people working this business. I checked, and they have excellent feedback on eBay, because they sell their products on eBay. It seems that this is the only wall tent they sell. But they have a lot of other types of cool tents and stuff in their line of products.

“This new fabric used on this tent (Boat-shrunk high count 13 ounce cotton canvas heavy-duty) is similar to Sunforger and is light yet very strong and weatherproof. Doors on both ends that have a healthy overlap and double ties. You can use it with just two poles, but side poles and a ridge pole makes it much better and shortens the ropes quite a bit. Fits 120 degree carport brackets if you want a full frame. All of our wall tents feature hand-sewn grommets instead of brass ones. They are far more durable and certainly more ancient-looking than the brass ones. This fabric is very waterproof, and can keep you dry in seriously bad weather. You will be shocked by the room you have in one of these, and can put a big bed and lots of stuff and still have plenty of space to walk around. This canvas is not fire-retardant, and there are no sod-flaps or floors on this first batch. The spikes, poles and ropes are not included, but are available extra. Metal brackets are also available if you want to go with an all-metal frame. Question: Are these tents made by you, or imported? A good portion of the large white ones are imported, as are some of the colored ones. About half of the tents are made in house though. All of our tipis, yurts, gers, and regular wedges are made here, as are all the lightweight ones and many of the rounds.”

Midwest Tent • 1722 S 29th St • Omaha NE 68105 • Phone: (402) 639-0970 •

tents@midwesttent.com

WESTERN CANVAS SUPPLY & REPAIR This Wyoming based business sells wall tents & accessories, bedrolls, camp kitchens & stoves, outfitting & packing equipment. They also make handmade tipis.

“Western Canvas is a family owned and operated business located in Cody, Wyoming (near the east entrance of Yellowstone National Park). Coming from a family of outdoor enthusiasts with over fifty continuous years of experience, we know your needs for durable canvas products and guarantee your satisfaction. Builders and suppliers of quality hunting and horse packing equipment in Cody Wyoming since 1987. We offer Canvas Wall Tents, Range Tents, Cowboy Bedrolls, Mountaineer Camp Stoves, Tent Frames, Saddle Bags, Duffel Bags, Panniers, and Native American Tipis. Our Mission: We pride ourselves in maintaining high quality materials and workmanship in our durable products. We have been in business for over two decades. We don't claim that our products are the best, our customers do! Our products are constructed of top quality Grade A canvases No Seconds and No lesser grades! Western Canvas has improved the hem to ensure the longevity of the canvas closest to the ground by placing webbing reinforced spurred grommets with replaceable ropes in the hem to stake the cover down. This added feature greatly diminished the amount of moisture that can saturate the base of the cover causing the canvas to mildew and rot. When the ropes rot you simply replace the ropes unlike the more common webbing loops sewed directly into the hem. For strength, all panel are sewn with a double lock-stitch (as opposed to looped or zigzag stitches) and shingle style lap seam to aid in water run-off. All seams are sewn with a Filco thread, which is a cotton shell wrapped around a polyester core for strength. The outer cotton shell will swell when wet and fill the needle hole to provide maximum protection from leakage. All stress areas are double reinforced and all ties are heavy weight cotton webbing.”

Western Canvas Supply & Repair LLC • 28 McNeil Lane • Cody WY 82414 • Toll Free: (800) 587-6707
Fax: (307) 587-8186 •

info@canvaswalltents.com

STITCHES OF OLD TIMES This business here seems to specialize in reenactor camp & horse gear, but as you know my website (Shed & Shelter) is about providing short and long term housing solutions for people. But i think this business can fulfill that purpose; so that’s why i have included them here.

“Custom Made Tents, Camp Gear & Horse Tack etc. From Revolutionary - Era to Civil War Period and Modern Outfitters Tents, Packs, etc. Made to order!!! We have been making reenactor camp & horse gear for years, proudly serving the reenactor community. Also outfitters and animal packing enthusiasts have used our products to their satisfaction!! Our unparalleled service, competitive prices, and overall value are why our loyal customers keep returning. We look forward to your patronage.”

Stitches Of Old Tymes • 335 Indiana Avenue • Rochester IN 46975 • Phone: (574) 536-0341

aka-kesler@hotmail.com

DENVER TENT COMPANY This looks like a well established quality company. Just for your information they make a wall tent called "The Colorado Wall Tent" their flagship canvas tent, The Colorado Wall Tent is a tried-and-true descendant of their classic Woodsman Tent. The Colorado Wall Tent is a favorite of hunters and outfitters wanting a reliable and comfortable base camp. Video on the right is of their "The Colorado Lodge Tent" (12ftx15ft).

“Welcome to Denver Tent Company, manufacturing the renowned Colorado Wall Tent and other quality fabric products since 1890! Denver Tent Company is your one-stop shop for all of your tenting and fabric covering needs including wall tents, range tents, event and wedding tents, tipi’s, herder tents, tarps, tent flys, pop up tents, bags and industrial fabric coverings. Denver Tent also carries a full line of tent and camp accessories including ropes, ratchets, stakes, stoves, flags and products for tent-repair, tent cleaning and fabric waterproofing. Denver Tent Company also custom fabricates tent frames and coverings for any retail, commercial or industrial application. We have been manufacturing the highest quality event tents, party canopies, wall tents and custom sewn products since 1890. Product quality, competitive pricing and friendly customer service are the cornerstones of our longevity and success. We are one of the largest party canopy manufacturers in the United States and our patented Quick Latch™ Frame Tent has been providing reliable and affordable shelter since 1960! We also provide outfitter and hunting items through our Sportsman’s Products and Colorado Tent brand line.”

Denver Tent Company • 4200 Garfield St • Denver CO 80216 • Toll Free: (800) 869-7044
Phone: (303) 399-3232 • Fax: (303) 399-1362

SPRINGBAR TENTS I should have had this company up here a long time ago, sorry folks. Seems like a lot people like this tent. Unfortunately i have never seen one except in pictures. Looks to be well made and designed. Picture on the right is of one of their latest models: The Colossus - The largest tent they make in this line. "This tent offers more room than any other Springbar Tent. Redesigned pole set with walled steel uprights and ridge poles with 3/4-inch solid fiberglass tension rods. Includes one zip-off canopy, poles, guy ropes, zip-in organizers, and one set of 12" angle stakes. This tent includes two doors and an extra zipper attachment for two canopies. So the extra portico upgrade is a must! Ventilated windows on all sides of this tent. Strong solid rope perimeter with "hooked" stake loops to keep tent standing in all types of weather. Tough vinyl floor to protect against water and sharp objects. Don't be intimidated by weight, we include separate carry bags for poles and tent canvas. Built 100% in the USA. We offer repair options and replacement parts on all our Springbar Tents, even for some that are 40 years old. Manufacture Warranty: Lifetime.

“Welcome to Springbar.com, your source for information about Springbar® tents, the most comfortable, most durable, most weather resistant, and easiest-to-set-up camping tents you can buy. Discover the complete lineup of Springbar tent models — from rugged compact tents to large family camping tents to our high-value Vagabond models — tents you can count on to provide all-weather shelter for years and years of pleasurable outdoor experiences. Make your camp even more comfortable with our deluxe screen tents, sunshades, shower tents and more. For those needing a semi-permanent outdoor shelter, we still make our genuine AAA canvas wall tents, just as we've done for over sixty years. Our online store also offers a wide variety of travel and camping accessories to enhance your Springbar® campsite and your life outdoors. Whether you're a dedicated and experienced camper, or are considering tent camping for the very first time, we invite you to discover how a Springbar® tent can make your next outdoor adventure one that great memories are made of. Explore the features that make Springbar tents superior to all others.”

Springbar® Camping Tents • 3125 South State Street • South Salt Lake, UT 84115 • Phone: (801) 486-4161
Toll Free: (877) 547-5426 •

info@springbar.com

KODIAK CANVAS Here looks to be a well made tent. These line of tents do not come equipped with a stove jack, but they may be suitable for other types of heating apparatus like propane but be very careful, please. They have a very good warranty to the original purchaser of their tents.

“Kodiak Canvas tent company was born in the rugged Rockies. In the five plus years we have been in business, we have quickly earned a reputation for making some of the finest tents available. Reliable: Whether you are deep in the back country, or close to home, we want to make a tent you can rely on to protect you from the elements. Comfortable: Being able to stand up when you put your pants on is one of the comforts our tents offer. You shouldn't have to crawl into a tent on all fours either. Our Hydra-Shied™ canvas breathes, minimizing mugginess, and making your tent a more comfortable place to be. Sturdy: Be it strong wind, driving rain, or even snow, our tents will hold up to it. It’s not uncommon for us to get fan mail from our customers telling about a storm that ripped through camp, and their Kodiak Canvas tent was the only tent left standing. Made Right: We use quality, top-of-the-line materials and components. We do not cut corners. Made to Last: When properly cared for, one can expect a Kodiak Canvas to far, far, outlive a cheaper made tent.”

Kodiak Canvas Customer Service • 78 South Fairfield Rd #101-109 • Layton , Utah 84040 USA • Phone: (801) 726-0243 • Contact Form

CAPITAL CANVAS This Canadian company will make custom tent sizes for you, plus they offer an aluminum frame to be used with their tents. Their starting tent includes a stove pipe ring on the front left side wall, 2 windows, sod cloth and single zipper door.

“Capital Canvas is a Canadian company specializing in high-quality, durable wall tents. Wall tents from Capital Canvas are built to withstand even the harshest Canadian climates. Capital Canvas allows you to buy direct from the manufacturer saving you money without sacrificing on quality. Capital Canvas Wall Tents are all made in Canada out of 10.10 ounce Sunforger® marine grade canvas with fire retardant, water and mildew protection. One customer’s testimony: When you buy a canvas wall tent from Capital Canvas, you can purchase the canvas alone or with a fit to size aluminum frame. What really appealed to us about a canvas wall tent is the amount of space the tent offered and how easily it packed down. A 10x12 tent offers a lot of space! We were able to fit two cots, a fold out dinner table, two chairs, and of course a small stove in our tent; at no time did it feel cramped. The headroom is great as well — I'm only 5ft 10in but there is at least 7ft of headroom down the center of the tent. The tent was very easy to take down and pack away. It takes about 10 minutes to set up and packs down to one medium and one small bag. Of course the poles need to be bungeed together, but they don't take up much space in the back of the truck. We even took the tent out this past weekend with the wife’s car and it didn't take up an unreasonable amount of space — we were still able to bring the coolers, cots and fishing gear with the seats folded down. One thing the trip proved is that these tents are of good quality. We slept in it for 45 nights and set it up close to 20 times without a rip or leak. These tents are built to last. Capital Canvas’s wall tents all feature 10.10oz canvas, army duck, double weave, marine shrunk, fire treated, Sunforger® finish, sturdy welded fittings, stove pipe ring with flap, window, reinforced grommets, and double-stitching. They also back their tents with a 2 year warranty on all craftsmanship.”

Capital Canvas • Canada • Phone: (250) 896-8368 •

info@capitalcanvas.ca

DAVID ELLIS CANVAS PRODUCTS They sell among other things: Bedrolls, Tent Flys, Cowboy Tents, Custom Canvas, & Tent Frames. Picture on the right is of Manhattan NYC Rooftop Living in a David Ellis Tent.

"Why should you buy a wall tent from me? Because that guy behind the sewing machine there... Well that’s me. Yah, I still do most of the sewing around here. That means that when you tell me what you want there is a 90% chance that is what you will get. We are a small shop, so it’s easy to pay close attention to detail; this also enables us to upgrade our designs without sacrificing our consistency. I think for this reason we have the best tent to offer in the industry. Am I qualified? I have been sewing since 1981 starting with upholstery and car interiors. I began to focus mostly on boat canvas and awnings, that was 20 years ago. For the past 10 years I have been cowboycamp.net which means that canvas tents is my priority. I make a western style wall tent, this means that because of ridge openings and plenty of reinforcement, a large rough timber can be passed through the peaks of the tent. This simplifies set up when using poles obtained from the forest. I make and sell tent frames, but I specialize in making the canvas with this type of rustic set up in mind. Stove hole and sod cloth; are standard items on most of my tents."

David Ellis Canvas Products • 387 CR 234 Durango, Colorado 81301 • Toll Free: (877) 259-2059 •

dave@cowboycamp.net

WOOD WALL TENT FRAME I put this example up here for you to see what a well made permanent wall tent frame made from wood might look like. Please click on the picture at the right to see a larger view. Notice the side walls used to keep the wind from collapsing the tent.

“This is a list of the material that you need to put together a 14 x 16 wall tent frame: Blocking= 3 pcs 4x4x16', Floor = 13 pcs 2x4x13'-9", 2 pcs 2x4x16', 7 sheets 1/2 plywood. Walls 20 pcs 2x4x6', Wall studs 6' 6" is better as it gives you room to store things overhead, like a loft.
5 pcs 2x4 16' for side/wall plates and ridge pole
4 pcs 2x4 13' 6" back and front wall plates
2 pcs 2x4 10' door frame
8 sheets 3/8 plywood
1 sheet 5/8 or 3/4 for the door
Rafters 10 pcs 2x4x8' These will take a little planing to cut the angles right on the ends of the rafters, the easiest way is to lay the 8ft piece on the top of the wall to draw the layout.
3 lbs of 3" deck screws
6 lbs of 11/4 deck screws
thumb latch for the door
If I am building the beds and/or desks/interior and the works I allow 10-15 pcs 2x4 16's and 5 sheets of 1/2 and 5 sheets of 3/8 plywood for each interior and it works out pretty close over a finished camp. Also, when I am pre fabbing the frames, I rip 2" x 21/2" out of 2x8's to cut down on the weights (1/3 less) sometimes it makes a big difference. I don’t rip the 2x4 floor joists though. If you like I can make up a material list for the larger tents as well, but you would have a better idea as to what you need for the various interiors. Let me know. In the larger tents I recommend a door in both ends, and seeing as the tents need to be made we can move or put in windows as you prefer them ie more in the kitchen, and less it the dry, we could even allow for another door on the side wall . . . However you like. Note; You do not need to use the full 4’ sheets of plywood on the walls, you could rip those in half as well to save on material/weights, it is just more comfortable to have that hard wall above the sides of the beds, especially in grizzly bear country.”
—Steve

steve@explorationtents.com

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PINNACLE TENTS This is a business that makes tents from scratch - i do not think they are a reseller of tents. All original designs, i believe. Nice looking stuff. They are based in Phoenix, Arizona.

"As one of the leading tent manufacturers of camping tents, portable shelters, equipment tents, outfitter’s tents, portable emergency shelters, and custom tents, Pinnacle Tents will utilize our 30 years of camping tent manufacturing experience and vast tent manufacturing capabilities to manufacture your custom tents in volume with exceptional quality, on time delivery, coupled with attractive pricing. We accomplish this through a streamlined high volume tent manufacturing process where we make large quantities of many different designs unlike other standard product tent makers. Our loyal custom tent customers include The Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts, British American Tobacco, US Smokeless Tobacco, The Red Cross, US Air Force, US Army, US Navy, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Kia Racing, Jack Daniel’s, Snap-On Tools, Department of Forestry, US Game and Fish Department, Church organizations, Outfitters, Expedition Companies, a host of other Fortune 500 companies, and government organizations."

Pinnacle Tents • 4022 E Greenway Road Suite 11-153 • Phoenix, Arizona 85032 USA • Phone/Fax: (877) 379-8269

sales@camptents.com

IDAHO CANVAS PRODUCTS This business is based in Idaho Falls, Idaho. They sell accessories to go with your new tent like metal tent frames and wooden ridge pole frames. They also use at least two different types of fabric or material:
1. "A Grade" Canvas Duck: A heavy, 12.63oz. per square yard, untreated, cotton duck and features a double-ply weave for strength and water repellency. Our most popular fabric, this material is breathable and very durable for years of use.
2. Sunforger® Marine Finish: A heavy, 13oz. per square yard treated cotton duck features a double-ply weave for strength. Treated to be water repellent and mildew resistant. Also available with Fire Resistant finish to meet CPAI-84 requirements.

"Idaho Canvas genuine Wall Tents are made with old-fashioned quality for today’s tough applications. This extremely rugged canvas tent is ideal for any base camp or expedition — for any hunter, herder, or scout needing a durable and dependable shelter. Our Wall Tents invite abuse because they are made to take it. We make them one at a time, without compromise in materials and quality as we have done for the last sixty-five years. An Idaho Canvas Wall Tent is a great investment and a great value! Our Wall Tents are your best investment because they last longer. At Idaho Canvas we provide complete service for your wall tent. We have a complete stock of spare parts and can provide quick service on minor repairs."

Idaho Canvas Products Inc • 195 Northgate Mile • PO Box 50856 • Idaho Falls ID 83405 • Toll Free: (888) 395-7999 • Phone: (208) 522-3160 • Fax: (208) 522-3180 •

email@idahocanvas.com

PAHA QUE' WILDERNESS This tent selling business is located in Poway California. This appears to be a relatively small business, but i have heard some positive comments about them. They also sell screen rooms, outhouses & Showers and other useful items. A very innovative group here.

"Three guys and a tent... That’s how it all started. Three camping buddies talking over many evening campfires about how to build the better tent. One that wouldn't leak, but was roomy. One that offered some headroom to folks that stand 6' or taller; and, one that provided camping enthusiasts all the luxuries of home, when they were away from their own."

Paha Que' Wilderness Inc • 13125 Danielson St Suite 105 • Poway CA 92064 USA • Toll Free: (888) 700-8368 • Fax: (858) 748-3764 •

happytrails@pahaque.com

BUCKSTITCH CANVAS Even though this business caters mostly to the horse packing type of outfitting/camping - it’s products include tents which can be used by anyone for long term living.

"Manufacturing high quality custom canvas products is our specialty! We have been exporting canvas wall tents and travel bags since 1992 for outfitters, outdoor expeditions, and anyone who needs superior products big game hunting supplies. We hope you enjoy browsing through our online catalog. There’s a lot to see for hiking, hunting and outdoor camping. Keep in mind we use only the best Cordura, Canvas and Fleece and all seams are double stitched for the highest quality outdoor gear. We have a 100% guarantee on all canvas products and workmanship for the professional choice in canvas tent supplies. We try to keep supplies (except tents are made to order) in stock and can usually ship the same day. We also do custom work and repairs for canvas and saddles - swamp cooler covers, barbecue grill covers, specialty bags and much more! Buckstitch Canvas in Cody, Wyoming is your one stop shop for canvas tent supplies, cowboy bedrolls, pack equipment and horse tack supply store. Our reputation depends upon it."

Buckstitch Canvas • 531 16th Street • Cody WY 82414 • Phone: (307) 587-4426 • Fax: (307) 587-8303

FOUR DOG STOVE Looks like a quality stove for your wall tent use. My own experience with wood stoves has taught me that having a flat top surface is best and has a few good uses as a place to heat water or maybe cook some food.

“All stoves are handcrafted in the USA! Our stoves are more efficient: True air tight door with a high temp gasket for a air tight seal. A baffled fire box that makes the stove 20-30% more efficient than other stoves, by forcing flames to go around the baffle before exiting the firebox. It keeps the heat in the fire box not up the pipe. Four dog models allow you to burn less and have more heat with less work. Our stoves are safer. The air tight door allows complete control of your burn, close the air intake the fire is out, no run away fires. Baffles make the stove safer by forcing hot gases and sparks to go around the baffle instead of straight up the stove pipe. Reduces chances of hot sparks or embers from getting sucked up the pipe causing a fire or burn hole in the tent. About the cooking hot spot: Baffles create a hot spot on top of the stove for cooking or boiling water. Without the hot spot the baffle makes, most of the heat goes up the stove pipe forcing the stove operator to run the stove much hotter, burning more wood, making more work, over heating the tent and increasing cooking times.”

Four Dog Stove • 25909 Variolite Street NW • St Francis MN 55070 USA • Phone: (763) 444-9587

fourdogstove@msn.com

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