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CABIN TENTS FOR PERSONAL AND FAMILY LIVING

Cabin and 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. 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.

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.

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  1. Denver Tent Company 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. Picture 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 Sportsmen's Products and Colorado Tent brand line.

    Denver Tent Company • 4200 Garfield St. • Denver, CO 80216 • Toll Free: 1-800-869-7044
    Ph: 303-399-3232 • Fax: 303-399-1362
  2. Rooftop Tent DAVID ELLIS CANVAS PRODUCTS   They sell amoung 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 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
  3. Pinnacle Tents 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."
  4. Idaho Canvas Products 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, 12.63 oz. 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 repellant 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."
  5. Pahaque Tents 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."
  6. Buckstitch Canvas Wall Tent 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
  7. Cactus Jack Wall Tent CACTUS JACK'S WALL TENTS   This business is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Their wall tents include the following sizes: 10 x 12 Tents, 12 x 14 Tents, 14 x 16 Tents, 16 x 20 Tents.

    "Okay, we've been making some pretty bold claims about how great our stuff is, so we put together a page dedicated to backing up those claims, and here it is. Let's start at the begining... the canvas. All of our tents are made with either 10- or 13-ounce, preshrunk, double-fill army duck canvas (Pup tent and Cowboy Tipi are the only standard 10-ounce tents, but they can be ordered with the 13-ounce), treated at the mill (not here in our shop as an afterthought) for water and mildew resistance. We can even get fire resistance upon request for a small fee. We just go crazy on quality. There are reinforcements along the entire ridge, and at all corners. The ropes on the tents attach to a double layer of canvas with ultra-strong webbing sewn in between #3 brass grommets. Good luck ripping our tent when you are staking it. Did we mention a sod cloth is included on every tent? (Sod cloths are the 12" 10-oz. vinyl pieces sewn around the perimeter of your tent that the floor lays on which many tentmakers charge additional for). And bags when you buy your tent? Included. When you get your tent, you might note some of the little things as well. We only use #10 zipper (the big stuff). Not only do you get the zippered door (standard), but also hardwood toggles. Yea... they look great!"

    Cactus Jack's Wall Tents • 3344 West Flower • Phoenix, AZ 85345 • Phone: 602-424-1616 • Email: info@cactusjackstents.com
  8. Glacier Model RELIABLE TENT & TIPI   Based in Billings, Montana, they sell a full line of wall tents. And some very nice designs also. Pictured on the right is their "Glacier Tent". It is similar to their popular "Yellowstone" model. There is a lot of good information on this site really, like about tent fabrics and such.

    "Reliable Tents and Tipis takes pride in outfitting outdoor enthusiasts with the best tent & tipi products available. We've been in business serving Montana and the Rocky Mountain region since 1945. We offer the highest quality craftsmanship in the construction of all our products, using the best canvas fabrics available. Please take a moment to look over the many different styles of tent and tipi products we offer. These canvas tents are known by many names. Whether you call them HUNTING TENTS, WALL TENTS, MOUNTAIN MAN TENTS, CABIN TENTS, OR PLATFORM TENTS, a RELIABLE WALL TENT fits the bill. Whatever you call them, all Reliable canvas tents are made to handle the toughest conditions that our outdoor enthusiast patrons can put them through. As you explore through this website, reliabletent.com, you will find that we have named our tents after some of the great features of the mountains, Montana and Native American Tribes."
  9. Have a nice day! GIGATENT   Look under the "Family Tents" tab for larger dome type tents. They have some unique designs.

    "We use materials that are heavier coated than most manufacturers. The coating on fabrics is measured in millimeters. Most of our competitors use a 450mm to 600mm coating on their tents and rain flys. Our tents use a 1200mm to 800mm coating on our rain flys, because the force generated by a storm is greatest on the rain fly. We use an 800mm to 600mm coating on our tent bodies where the force is less direct and weaker. The thinner the coating the less pressure needed to push water through. The door zipper design used most in our tents is known as a Twin Track zipper. This means that there are 2 zippers for the door, a horizontal zipper and a slightly curving vertical zipper. The Twin Track design minimizes the curve to the vertical zipper which can cause the zipper to fail sooner than a straight one, it also allows for a larger and easier to enter doorway. The zippers we use for our doors are larger in size than most other manufacturers. We use only nickel plated zipper sliders on our tents which slide easier and last longer. Our family tents are specifically designed to give the user the most interior volume possible. By using a combination of steel and fiberglass poles we have combined the straight walls of the cabin tent with the free standing nature of the dome tent to give the camper the best of both tent designs. The free standing nature of most of out family tents makes them easier to position in a campsite. We use pin and ring attachments for our poles which are easy to replace should one require it. We use 19mm steel poles for most of our large family tents. The poles are cable corded together instead of chain corded to reduce the possibility of breakage. We use larger diameter poles and shockcord in most of our products than our competition uses."
  10. Soul Pad Tents SOULPAD TENTS   These are 100% canvas tents based on a very old design.

    "The original SoulPad (also known as a Sibley or Bell tent) is a sturdy type of tent whose walls are held up by a single central pole. Guy ropes are connected around the top of the walls and tensioned to hold the pole upright and keep the SoulPad's elegant shape. They have a generous floor plan like a tipi, yurt or lavvu. A tried and tested 19th century design which has withstood the test of time. Can SoulPads be used as a permanent shelter? SoulPads are intended for regular, light, leisure use and it is our opinion that they do not make for a suitable permanent shelter. They are primarily a temporary structure. We are aware that some SoulPad customers do choose to use their SoulPad for long periods at a time, and in some instances as a permanent shelter (some with far more success than others). This is done so against our recommendation."
  11. Goodwin-Cole Tent GOODWIN-COLE   They have some cool tent designs, check them out. Picture on the right is of their Elk Hunter Tent 12' X 12'. Goodwin-Cole Co. has been producing canvas products since before the turn of the century. We began in Kansas City in 1888 and migrated to California in 1920, settling in Sacramento. Our company now serves Californians and others throughout the western United States. Today, we have a state-of-the-art factory at 8320 Belvedere Avenue in Sacramento. The company fabricates awnings, tents, tarpaulins, covers, specialty bags, shade sails, and other textile products. These items, for the home and industry, are made from natural or synthetic textile fabrics. As a related service, we rent all sizes of canopy tents. Summer or winter, our tents can help make your outdoor party a success. Large tents, for sale or rent, are available for commercial use.

    Goodwin-Cole Co. • 8320 Belvedere Ave. • Sacramento CA 95826 • 1-800-752-4477 • 916.381.8888
  12. Black Pine Escape Tent FAMILY TENT CAMPING   They have a large selection of livable large tents for the individual or family camper. The picture on the right is of their "Black Pine Escape 5 Turbo Tent".

    "At Family Tent Camping we understand your family camping tent is the most important piece of camping equipment. Whether you have a small family or large family, check out our exclusive line of large tents and Screen Tents. Black Pine Sports make the toughest and funnest tents in the market, Wenzel Family Tents legendary quality,Turbo Tents with it's revolutionary Pop up Family Tent design for set up in less than 1 minute! Paha Que Tents backed by a lifetime warranty, Winchester Tents & Gigatents provide a great Family Tent value for the price, Kodiak Canvas Tents features cotton duck canvas with Hydra Shield for maximum performance and Eureka Tents with it's reputation for long lasting Family camping tent performance. Whether you are a seasoned tent camper or just getting started with your first family camping tent, you can count on us as your reliable source for your family tent needs. Our Large tents and Companion Trailers are designed and tested to go where your family camping adventures take you!"
  13. Sheridan Canvas Tent SHERIDAN TENT & AWNING   You can order their tents and other items online. They are based in Sheridan, Wyoming.

    "Manufacturing of custom canvas products for over 80 years... Camping Tents, Wall Tents, Tepees, Cowboy Range Tents, Custom Hand Bags, Duffel Bags, Camp Stoves, Shoulder Straps, Panniers, Saddlebags, Water Buckets, Rope Bags, Back Packs, Flags, Tarps, Covers, etc... Located in Sheridan, Wyoming at the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, Sheridan Tent and Awning Company has been manufacturing canvas products since 1924. Family owned and operated. Our products - tents, tepees, custom bags, luggage, flags, western bags, custom hockey bags, specialty bags - are made of high quality materials, all the way down to the brass zipper and the fine stitching! We offer a variety of custom bags, tents, awnings, tarps in all shapes, sizes and colors. Our product line also includes the popular Sims Camping Stoves, providing home away from home cooking for any camping adventure or hunting trips. If you don't see it online, come visit us in our store at 128 N. Brooks in Sheridan, Wyoming or use our contact form to let us know what you are looking for."
  14. Rainier Wall Tents RAINIER TENTS   This site has some neat stuff.
    Check out their "Canvas Cottage". Very beautiful and maybe you would prefer their "cottage" instead of a wall tent.

    "Meet the Rainier Wall Tent from Rainier Industries. It has survived unchanged for a century because it guarantees effective protection from the rain or snow, longer camping seasons and real satisfaction in your outdoor experience. Skilled, experienced craftsmen expertly finish each tent. You will find that much of the difference is in the details. Each tent includes important features such as roped eaves, reinforced corners, brass grommets, reinforced ridgepole openings at both peak ends and a full overlapping door."
  15. Trek Tents Canvas Wall Tent TREK TENTS   This appears to me to be a lower line of tent for those of you wishing to keep the cost low and the quality low also. These tents may not be suitable for 4 season living if that is your intention. These tents are available on Amazon and a lot of other places around the internet. They are probably in the same class as Wenzel and Texsport.
  16. Bravo Wall Tents BRAVO! WALL TENTS   This appears to me to possibly be a good tent to consider for full time tent living, if you are so inclined to doing so.

    "Our canvas wall tents are built to last! Whether you are looking for an existing model or a custom design to fit your camp, you will find the most up-to-date models at a price you can afford. Bravo! Super Grade Wall Tents are designed and built by elk hunters for elk hunters. Our design features include: A full 9ft ridge and 5ft sidewall for a steeper pitch; double stitched 4in eves with "D" rings instead of grommets to avoid pullout; storm flap and buckles over an industrial strength brass door zipper (instead of plastic door zippers found on common tents); doors can be buckled wide open; triangulated reinforcements at critical stress areas; and 2500 lbs breaking strength web loops that can hold an honest tent stake. The Bravo! Super Grade Wall Tent is built with four layer interlocking body seams for superior strength, water repellency and finished appearance(as there are no raw edges). As a bonus our tents also finish at the said length when they leave the shop, making them larger than a cut size tent. Of all the many materials to build from for our Super Grade Wall Tents we prefer only one: Specifically called 10.38 oz. Sunforger Marine Boatshrunk Army Duck. This is the very best tent material on the market, Bar None! Regular duo fill canvas and Marine Canvas can be compared to the differences between regular plywood and marine plywood."
  17. Calcutta Tent CALCUTTA COMMERCIAL CORPORATION   This company is based in India, a long ways away, but i include them in here because they sell some very neat designs. Go to their tent section for the full view of different models available. I do not know if they sell their tents and other items in the US or not. The tent pictured on the right is called their "Refugee Tent for 4 to 6 people". The link to their website is broken so i have replaced it with another link as a temporary substitute.
  18. Davis Tent DAVIS TENT   This is a well known Colorado tent making company. Davis Tent is a family owned wall tent manufacturer; we learned from our father and now our adult aged kids learn the tent trade from us. You will not find another tent manufacturer on earth that stands behind their product more than we do and we have striven through three generations to improve every outdoor product that we make. At Davis Tent we not only take and implement your ideas but we are hunters, fishermen and avid outdoor enthusiast's in our own right. That's what makes every item we manufacturer the best the outdoor business has to offer. Standard on our tents are a number of features that other companies charge extra for, but which we consider a necessity. They are: stove jack, sod cloth, zippered door, ridge pole sleeves, ropes with tensioner, and steel stakes. Options include windows, screen door, additional door, storm flap, awnings, porches etc. With reinforcement at all stress points you're sure to get many years of enjoyment and service from our canvas tents. We have several mules and the best part of our job is to field test our camp tents and pack equipment. We feel this is vital in knowing what is functional and what is expected of our products. Put our products through your own test we feel you will agree. Our workmanship and products are unequaled.

    Davis Tent & Awning • 4635 Jason St. • Denver, CO 80211 • (877) 355-2267 • (303) 561-1817
  19. Alaska Tent ALASKA TENT & TARP   These people make and sell some very nice unique tents. Be sure to check out their "Arctic Oven" model. A four season tent which can be used anywhere. "These tents really shine in winter conditions, but they are a superb spring, summer and fall tent as well."

    "Our wall tents are made in Alaska with the rigors of the Arctic environment in mind. Standard features include 1) ridgepole openings at both ends; 2) rope reinforced eaves; 3) reinforced corners; 4) tie grommets around the bottom of the tent; 5) overlapping door flaps with ties. A white translucent fly is available, but we recommend you compare the cost of our Arctic Oven to see if it will serve as well or better. We make basic wall tents... you decide what to put on it... and we will customize it for your needs."
  20. Montana Canvas MONTANA CANVAS   From the looks of their website they have some nice tent designs. Also, they sell a tipi model. They sell: Spike Tents, Wall Tents, Blend Tents, Stoves, & Tent Screen Doors & Windows, Tent Frames & Floors, Sleeping Bag Cover - Bedroll Combination, & Tent Divider. This is probably another option for those interested or contemplating full time tent living.

    "Montana Canvas is located in Southwest Montana, just north of Yellowstone National Park, a perfect place to test our products. Our commitment to quality is second to none. We are dedicated to manufacturing the highest quality camping equipment and accessories. At the same time, we strive to keep our prices competitive, so you receive the highest value when you purchase from Montana Canvas."
  21. Cabelas CABELAS   Cabela's has a good selection of tents period. They have wall tents and their own special designs. For the person interested in full time tent living this might be a good place to shop. They guarantee their products. And have been a very dependable company as far as my personal experience goes.
  22. Ken's Tents KEN'S CUSTOM TENT & CANVAS   This is an interesting situation. This business was started when the man was unemployed and low on funds. Nice selection of wall tents. "Ken's Custom Tent & Canvas specialize in rugged outdoor equipment... Wall tents, range teepees, square pyramid tents, tent accessories, camping gear and much more."

    "Our wall tents are made of heavy 12.6 oz.Sunforger Army Duck Canvas, as well as top quality thread and zippers. Sunforger is a preshrunk, mildew treated water repellant double-fill canvas. It is the best 100% cotton tent canvas on the market. They are reinforced at all corners and eaves and are guaranteed to last a lifetime with proper care! As with all canvas products, wall tents must be thoroughly dry before storing to prevent mildew damage. A 9 FT addition off the front of the tent is called a "cook shack" and is basically a complete tent or "room" except it does not have a back wall. Matching cook shacks are available for each size of tent. Tent size is listed as Width x Length x Wall Height x Ridge Height. Our tents can be made in any size. If you don't see the size you want below, just ask us for a quote! Features: 10" sod cloth. zipper door w/rainflap & buckles. stove jack & flap. ropes. dowels. storage bag. Screen doors are also available - ask for a price."
  23. Surplus Military Tent MOUNTAIN GEAR SURPLUS SALES   Wow! This place has really got the tents if you believe their pictures on their website. Their inventory range is from small personal shelters to mammoth tents capable of sheltering very large groups of people. You can buy online with MasterCard.

    "Est. 1997 in Asheville, Western N. Carolina, We Are The Largest Supplier of Surplus Military Tents In U.S.A.

    ALL TENTS ARE INSPECTED & SERVICED!

    Yes, all our tents are genuine original U.S. Military Issue & include all ropes, rope slips, zippers, window & door screens, etc."
  24. Red Hawk Wall Tent REDHAWK-TRADING   This business manufactures tents that are called "period correct". That means no zippers are used nor mosquito netting. You the viewer of this website will have to decide for yourself if their products suit your needs. In addition to wall tents they sell other types of canvas tents and canvas by-the-yard. Included in their inventory are the following types of tents: Baker tent, Wedge Tent, Indian Tipi, Pyramid Tent, Marquee Tent, & Storage Tent. Plus they sell yardage: 100% 12oz cotton canvas & 10.10 oz. army duck that has been treated with a product called Sunforger. It is a water repellent, mildew resistant, and fire retardant which meets CPAI-84 requirements The finished weight of this canvas is approximately 12 oz. per yard.

    "Here at Red Hawk Trading, we take a great deal of pride in our tent and tipi products. We are a family business and have been involved in the manufacturing of wall tents and mountain-man-style tents for more than 26 years. Your Outfitter for rendezvous, and renaissance camping tents and tipis (teepees, tipi, teepee). We also have great tent stoves and mountain-man and camping supplies. We strive to maintain the highest quality of workmanship possible. Our methods have proven so effective that other manufactures have copied them. Dealing with us is simple and straightforward. All seams are sewn with a 3/4 inch flat felt-locking seam. Side walls are five foot, a wear strip down the middle for the ridge pole, a sod cloth on all walls including the doors, reinforced stake loops, reinforced corners. The awning shown in the picture is optional. All sizes are cutout sizes. Tents will finish smaller."

    Red Hawk Trading • 321 North 5400 West • Malad ID 83252 • 1-800-403-4295
    redhawk@redhawk-trading.com
  25. Tent Platform TENT PLATFORM   This link takes you to the best site i could find that gives tent platform building instructions. Unfortunately the pictures showing the steps involved are not visible.

    If i were going to set up a cabin tent in the forest or woods to live in the first thing i would do is to build a wood platform to set the tent on. After you have built the platform coat it with a wood preservative. Then I would coat the platform with a solution of 2 parts paint thinner or turpentine and 1 part boiled linseed oil. A 2:1 mixture. Or stated another way: 2/3 paint thinner or turpentine and 1/3 boiled linseed oil. For example you could mix two quarts of paint thinner with one quart boiled linseed oil - that is a 2:1 mixture. You can substitute any quantity like cups or gallons. Let the coating dry. Be sure to dispose of any rags you have used wiping the linseed oil/paint thinner mixture properly because a wadded up rag can spontaneously combust into fire or flames. Then probably top coat the platform with some kind of outdoor paint. Let it dry then set up your tent. You could install eye hooks around the edge of the platform for any tie downs you might like to add for securing the tent to the platform. You might consider draping a large brown or green plastic tarp over the entire tent to help protect against any rain.
  26. Canvas Cabins CANVAS CABINS   This might be a quality small specialty business.

    Outstanding Wall Tents, Affordably Priced. Finest Wall Tents Made Anywhere. Buying a wall tent is a sizable investment and we know you want the most bang for the buck. With that thought in mind, we've studied older tents that we've repaired and have incorporated the best features into ours while improving or reinforcing other areas. This makes ours a tent that is truly engineered to last. Bottom line: You can not find a better wall tent anywhere. And we guarantee it. Canvas Cabins are custom made in our shop in the Chehalem Mountains, just outside of Newberg, Oregon. Our low overhead shop lets us give you the lowest price around. We make wall tents, and that's all we do. We don't make backpacks, boat covers, or awnings. Our focus on producing one product only allows us to use the most modern production methods to greatly reduce labor costs while ensuring that our tents are always of the highest quality. Using just one material means we can buy in large quantities at the best possible price. Oregon has no sales tax! That means lower material costs for us, and a lower overall price to you! You buy direct from us, the manufacturer. All these advantages add up to the best wall tent in the world, at the world's best prices. Quite frankly, we can't understand why anyone would ever buy a wall tent anywhere else. We'd love to hear from you! Contact us today!

    Canvas Cabins • 21070 SW Ornduff Rd. • Hillsboro, OR 97123 • Ph: (503) 538-5335
    Toll Free: 1-800-939-3747 • Email: canvascbn@aol.com
  27. Indoor/Outdoor Carpet Sample TENT FLOOR COVERING   It has been suggested that you should consider using indoor/outdoor carpeting for your tent floor. That sounds like a good idea to me. This link here takes you to the Home Depot website's indoor/outdoor carpet page where you can view their selection. The Home Depot carpet is one of the lower priced carpets as far as i can tell and may actually be perfect for a tent floor because of it's low cost and adequate quality. Always remember to buy carpet with polypropylene backing, not jute backing. You cannot order this online, you must visit their retail store to buy this carpet.

    "This inexpensive grass carpet is your answer to those concrete areas that need that little extra touch. This carpet is so easy to clean and maintain. A customer review:

    "I use this product on my deck and it withstands the weather and elements very well. Nice to walk bare foot on it. I also use it underneath my lawn furniture that's on the ground. Looks nice and lasts and keeps its beauty. Recommend this product to others."
    1. 100% Olefin cut pile grass carpet.
    2. 2 year wear warranty, 2 year fade warranty.
    3. UV protectant helps prevent carpet from fading over time.
    4. Appropriate for residential use.
    5. MFG Brand Name : Beaulieu.
    6. MFG Model # : T590-5900-1200-BM.
    7. Store SKU# 495058 = grass carpet.
  28. Outdoor Carpet OUTDOOR CARPET.COM   This appears to me to be a quality indoor/outdoor carpet source for those desiring to spend the extra money for possibly a better tent floor carpeting. This company ships to your address and takes orders online.

    1. 12 Ft Wide Club Professional Indoor/Outdoor Carpet.
    2. Item# SHW028.
    3. Price varies based on options selected.
    4. Cut pile carpet for use indoors or outdoors.
    5. Constructed of 100% Olefin material.
    6. 12ft width is available in a wide range of length options.
    7. Choose from a range of colors (based on availability).
    8. Features polypropylene backing.
  29. Yakama Wall Tent YAKIMA TENT   This business is based in yakama, Washington. They sell their tents on eBay also.

    1. Basic Features (all wall tents).
    2. 1/3 pitch roof for proper runoff.
    3. Rope sewn in eaves.
    4. Reinforced ridge openings.
    5. Heavy brass grommets.
    6. Nylon stake loops on bottom.
    7. Overlapping tie-style door.
    8. Your choice of fabrics.
    9. Frame joints available.
    10. Yakima Tent products are recognized and appreciated by hunters, Civil War re-enactors, and outdoor enthusiasts.


    "Our products have been used by the movie industry, the Yakama Indian Nation, and the National Geographic Society on a two-year expedition down the Yukon River."
  30. Cimarron Platform Tent CIMARRON TENTS   This is a product of the Colorado Yurt Company based in Montrose, Colorado. Pictured on the right is their platform model. They sell two basic models: A Classic Outfitter's Wall Tent & a Platform Tent.

    Cimarron Tents come in two styles. The classic Outfitter's Wall Tent is perfect for hunters and outdoors men and women. It's rugged, quick to set up and is pitched on the ground. The Platform Tent is often used by camps, bed and breakfasts or folks just wanting to add an outdoor room to their landscape. It is pitched on a deck-like platform built by the tent owner.

    Tent fabric choices include:
    1. 5 ounce per square yard TuffStar is a tightly woven 45/55 poly/cotton army duck that comes with a 5 year manufacturer's warranty. It is flame retardant and has a durable acrylic coating that resists water, soil, mildew and UV. Ideal for prolonged exposure to the elements. It is our premier fabric. Off-white color. Other colors available on request.

    2. 13 ounce per square yard Sunforger is a tightly woven 100% cotton army duck that is preshrunk and marine treated. The marine finish makes it water repellent, and resistant to UV and mildew degradation. It is available with an additional flame retardant treatment or without. Natural cream color. Give us a call at: 800.288.3190 and we'll help you design the perfect structure.
  31. REI MSR Boardroom Tent REI   REI is a reseller of tents. I trust REI so i include them in my websites. They have a section called "Family Camping Tents". The picture on the right is of their 8 person MSR Board Room Tent. "Truly massive, the floorless MSR Board Room is designed for multi-activity camping. Versatile add-on components (sold separately) let you configure the shelter to fit your needs and the weather."

    "At REI, we love to get outside and play, and we know first-hand the importance of quality outdoor gear. We stand behind all our products with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, and we design our own line of award-winning REI brand gear and clothing. Whether you're new to outdoor adventure or a seasoned pro, we gladly share our enthusiasm for our products—and the trails, slopes and waterways where we play. By staying true to our roots, we've earned a place on FORTUNE magazine's list of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" every year since the rankings began in 1998. We work hard to earn our reputation for quality and integrity every day. Our commitment remains the same as when we started out in 1938: to inspire, educate and outfit for a lifetime of outdoor adventure."
  32. Springbar Tents SPRINGBAR TENTS   These people sell high quality wall tents plus their own style tent. This is a good site. They sell AAA canvas wall tents, camping gear, plus their own special design the "Springbar Tent". They are located in Salt Lake City, Utah and also own or are a division of Kirkham's Outdoor Products.
  33. Kwik Kamp KWIK KAMP   They are located in Milton Freewater, Oregon manufacturing canvas wall tents. They sell 3 different types of internal tent frames depending on your needs. Good tent frame department.

    "Kwikkamp is proud to offer a line of innovative Canvas Wall Tents, strong internal wall tent frames, the "Octagon" wood burning tent stoves and other outdoor products designed to make your camping trips comfortable and enjoyable. You can also use our tent frames for a shade awning/canopy for summer gatherings. e have created what we believe is "The Ultimate Wall Tent". The Kwik Kamp Outfitter Tent is loaded with unique features for the hunting trips or as an extended stay camping tent. At Kwik Kamp we manufacture our tents with 5' walls and use today's quality canvas fabrics. Our tents are assembled utilizing the latest design and manufacturing technology for extra durability. Kwik Kamp wall tents are great for hunting and camping, and durable enouph for your long pack trips and outfitter excursions. With your Kwik Kamp canvas wall tent you will keep warm and dry on those cold snowy or rainy nights, while you can open the tent door and windows on those warm days to let in a nice breeze. Add a window in one or more of the walls. All of our wall tents finish at the full floor size, providing you with a tent that is approximately 10% larger than the competition's "Cut Size" tents."
  34. Western Wall Tents WESTERN WALL TENTS   This company is located in Missoula Montana. I have added the following information from their website as a source of education for you the viewer of this webpage. These tents are probably suitable for full time living.

    "We work with the leading manufacturers of canvas wall tents, wood stoves, and camping gear in order to bring you the highest quality products at the lowest possible prices. Our wall tents are world-renowned and perfect for your outdoor activities such as elk hunting, deer hunting, scout camp, rendezvous re-enactment, Civil War re-enactment or just camping with the family! The most popular canvas weight for tent making is 10oz canvas. Most of our wall tents are made from canvas. Canvas is a cotton-based material that breathes well and provides insulation.
    Ultra-light synthetic materials such as Relite are available if weight is an issue. However these materials rarely breathe as well as canvas, and provide little insulation because they are so thin. Our recommendation is a 10oz canvas if you want lightweight, and a 12oz if durability is more important than weight. This refers to the weight of the canvas per square yard before any type of treatment is added. Treatment can add 10-40% more weight to the canvas. The 10oz canvas is a nice compromise between strength and tent weight. Although the old 17oz army tents were definitely durable, it usually took an army to set one up because they were so heavy! Most people want a lighter tent that is easier to pack and set up. Few companies are making heavier tents these days. However, a 12oz canvas provides more durability and insulation than a 10oz canvas. Our line of MAGNUM tents are made with 12oz preshrunk army duck canvas. The downside is that it is 20% heavier than 10oz canvas. About tent floors: A sewn-in floor makes it very difficult to set a tent up with an internal frame. Furthermore, it also makes for a difficult escape should you need to leave your tent in a hurry. Therefore, we normally sell floors that are separate from the tent and can be staked down or snapped to the tent walls. Alternatively, you can buy outdoor carpeting or a canvas tarp from your local hardware store to use as a floor. About what tent size to buy: We recommend 30 sq ft for each person, 30 sq ft for a wood stove, and/or 30 sq ft for each table; so this fiqures out for 1 person, 1 stove & 1 table; a 10'x10' tent would be minimum size requirement. This allows for plenty of room to move around in the tent. If you just want to pack people in for sleeping purposes, you can get away with 20 sq ft per person."
  35. Beckel Canvas BECKEL CANVAS   These people sell high quality wall tents from their business located in Portland Oregon. Actually, they sell all kinds of neat items made from cotton canvas along with a variety of different tent types. They have been in business for quite awhile.

    "Welcome to Beckel Canvas Products. As the second generation of Beckels I want to welcome old friends and introduce us to new ones with our long awaited new website. You will notice a quite a few changes and some of the items you are used to seeing may be missing. But don't worry, if there is something you are looking for and don't see it, just let us know. Chances are we can still make or get it for you. To order any of our products please contact us by e-mail or phone us at 1-800-237-3362 and we'll be happy to assist you."
  36. Rofi LES Tent ROFI   This company is based in Molde, Norway. They have a couple of models that are all quonset hut shape, no classic tent styles. They ship worldwide. I think they create shelters for emergency response situations. I do not know yet if you can buy these tents one at a time. They probably sell mostly to large emergency response organizations like the United Nations.

    "A lightweight tent offering high comfort in all weather conditions."

    The ROFI LES tent is designed for arctic and tropic climatic conditions, from -32°c to +49°C (-25.6°f to 120°f).
    • Double Layer Fabric
    • 2 Zip Doors
    • Flysheet
    • Separation wall between sleeping compartment & living room
    • Short set-up time
    • Simple Maintenance
    • Simple erection - no special tools required
    • Windows & roof vents
  37. Eureka Titan Tent EUREKA TITAN TENT   This tent sleeps 8 adults and has a floor size of 9ft-6in x 13ft-6in. Suggested retail over $500.00 on 4-25-09.

    "With over 128 square feet of space inside our most popular luxury family tent, you can use the Eureka Titan's removable divider to give the kids a room of their own! Side wall pull outs maximize interior space. Six extra large windows, turn the slightest breeze into cross-ventilated comfort while protecting from splashing rain. 4 pole rectangular Eureka Titan tent with umbrella hub. Heavy duty shockcorded self-supporting 6061 aluminum frame. Set up is easy with Eureka!® hub and color coded roof panels. Large High/Low doors provide easy access. 75D StormShield® polyester fly is hooded on all 4 sides for all-weather ventilation. Features corner "closet", rings for hangers, clothesline rings at all eaves, and mesh storage pockets on ceiling panels. 210D nylon oxford bathtub floor offers superior durability and tear resistance. 6 extra large windows well above ground level allow cross ventilation and protect against splashing rain. Removable room divider and side wall pull outs maximize interior space in the Eureka Titan."
  38. Canvas Wall Tent NORTHWEST SHELTERS   This is an extremely interesting situation in my opinion. A group of unemployed people taking complete responsibility for their lives in Canada and making from scratch their own job. Possibly this is a model situation that could be duplicated by other people in other unrelated industries.

    We are committed to bringing quality products to our customers and nothing less. Our story begins like many other small companies - in October 2008 a group of us got laid off from our jobs. Being involved in the sewing industry for 28 years and having knowledge of manufacturing wall tents from our previous work experience — it wasn't hard for us to start where we left off and start our own company. We are a growing company and we plan to stay around for generations. Our future plans are to expand and manufacture most of the materials used in the design of a wall tent and experiment with new ideas and design.

    Northwest Shelters • Vancouver BC Canada • Ph: (778) 230-0972 • Fax: (604) 648-9882 • Email: info@northwestshelters.ca • northwestshelters@gmail.com
  39. Long Wall Tent THUNDER MOUNTAIN TENT & CANVAS   They make some long wall tents big enough to house a family.

    Our business is family owned and was established in 1984. Our reputation has been built on crafting innovative canvas and synthetic fabric products from superior materials to the satisfaction of our customers. We are located in Nampa, Idaho at 107 McClure Ave, 83651. We engineer and manufacture awnings, boat covers, golf cart enclosures, hunting and fishing gear, such as wall tents, rod cases, and gun cases, only to mention a few. Equipment covers are a large part of our business and so are bags, filter clothes, specialty equipment bags and rigging for fire and police departments. We do work for private organizations, as well as Federal, State and City. We take pride in our work, and aim to please our customers. Please stop by or give us a call, we will be glad to help you with your project. The highest quality materials and workmanship go into all Thunder Mountain tents. We use only the strongest canvas, and we reinforce all corners, ridge tops, eves, and doors. Doors overlap and tie, forming a weatherproof seal. All tents come with rope and tent blocks. Materials: 12.98 Army Duck, 10 or 13 oz. Sunforger®, or 10 oz. fire-retardant canvas. Army Duck is of the highest grade and the best quality canvas.

    Thunder Mountain Tent & Canvas • 107 McClure Ave. • Nampa, Idaho 83651 • Toll Free: (800) 925-9175• Ph: (208) 467-3109 or Fax: (208) 463-9952 • Email: ✉ ThunderMtnTent@msn.com
  40. Eureka Pine Lodge Tent EUREKA PINE LODGE TENT   Eureka does sell some larger size tents. One such model is the "Pine Lodge Tent".

    Ten-minute setup, fast access "easy-slide" fan door and vertical walls make an ideal base camp for families, sportsmen, scouts. EUREKA PINE LODGE TENT FEATURES:
    Floor size is 12'x10'. Weighs a little over 45 lbs.
    Eureka Pine Lodge tent - 15 pole cabin style tent with single wall construction Freestanding, color-coded exoskeleton frame, clips, and ring & pin assembly make set-up fast and easy by 2 people in less than 10 minutes. Heavy duty 150D StormShield® polyester construction ensures years of durability. Patent-pending, "easy-slide" front fan door is zipperless and kid-friendly; includes window for ventilation and visibility. Inverted T-style back door provides second entry for convenience and also features window for added ventilation and visibility. Large ridge vent along Eureka Pine Lodge tent peak exhausts warm air; extra-rugged 150 StormShield® polyester fly protects vent from the elements. 4 large windows on sidewalls with zippered covers adjust for ventilation and privacy. Vertical walls maximize interior space and make tent ideal for use with cots. 4 interior pockets keep essential items handy, yet conveniently tucked away. E! Power Port unzips to bring an extension cord inside tent for electrical power. Fly/Awning in 150D polyester provides a second layer of protection from the sun and creates a shaded area next to the tent.
  41. New Stove Tent ALBION CANVAS   Albion Canvas has many unique designs in tents. On the board is this wall tent built around the use of a wood stove.

    Welcome to the home of real tents! Traditional cotton canvas, oiled timber poles and frames, ropes, finials and wood pegs. We design and custom build all sorts of tented structures for camping, the garden, events, fixed luxury tented accomodation, film and TV. Browse through our extensive range of beautifully engineered and finished canvas tents. There's something for everyone here; from classic ridge tents through to top of the range yurts and tipis. Plus, if you can't see exactly what you are after we should be able to make it for you. Here we have the latest addition to the Albion Canvas collection. There are a few details (like price!) yet to be finalised, but I have been working on the design for a while and thought you might like to see it. The idea is a smallish tent that can accomodate a small wood burning stove safely. Many of the other designs like the Bell tents have stoves fitted but arent entirely satisfactory, so I have designed the Satara specifically to take a stove. As per usual all the canvas is fire retardant, but the tent has been designed to keep the stove to one side, with a roof pitch to take a silicone flue collar at the correct angle. There is a plenty of room to the rear for a double mattress, and a single bed to one side. The tent can be divided in two different ways with hangings, and can also be extended to increase the living space. The overall floor space is 3m x 4m (10ft x 13ft) with a height in the centre of 2.13 m (7ft) and wall height of 9.1m (3ft). Traditional sectioned wooden poles and finials. Side poles to reduce the guy rope footprint are available although not essential. There is also the option to extend the front porch to give a good 1.7m (5ft) covered area in front of the tent, ideal for sitting out or cooking in good weather. The rear angled corner walls have a netted roll up window in each to give good ventilation in warm weather. Cost is looking around £1350.00 + stove, final price available once we have completed the prototype.

    Albion Canvas Co. • Unit 146 Anna Mill Business Park • Wrangaton, Devon. TQ10 9HQ UK • Local Ph: 0845 456 9290 or 01364 649101 • Fax: (0)1364 649303 • International Ph: + 44 (0) 1364 649101
    E-mail: ✉ enquiries@albioncanvas.co.uk
  42. Wall Tent MOUNTAIN STATES TENT & AWNINGS   This business has two locations to serve you: Colorado & Wyoming.

    At Mountain States Tent & Awning/Mountain States Signs LLC, we manufacture Awnings, Tents, Signs and Banners. Vehicle Wraps and Decals are made and applied per your specifications. Graphics can be applied to a vehicle, business doors and windows, or an awning. A wide variety of Signs can be manufactured or repaired, as well as ready-made signs installed. Custom Design and Consultations, Prototype Sewing, and Custom Sewing or repairs are available. Party Tents are available for any occasion. Hunting Tents and Tepees are made to order. ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED. Our wall tents are made of white canvas. The most popular fabric is 10.5 oz marine finish army duck that is water repellent and mildew resistant. We offer a 10.5 oz untreated army duck and a #12 canvas. These fabrics are also available in a 13 oz. weight. Our wall tent frames are manufactured of square aluminum tubing; 1 1/4" sq. for brackets, 1" sq. for rafters, ridge uprights. All color coded for easy, 15 minute setup. VERY STRONG!

    Mountain States Tent & Awnings • 2211 W 8th Street • Loveland, CO 80537 • Ph: (970) 461-7797
    711 E Fox Farm Road Unit 3 • Cheyenne, WY 82007 • Ph: (307) 433-8649

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A TYPICAL EXAMPLE OF A WELL MADE WALL TENT


Date Last Updated: January 1, 2010