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Canvas Vs. Nylon Tents

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Deborah Lee Soltesz

Tent walls, ceilings and floors are constructed from a variety of fabrics, such as nylon, polyester, laminates and canvas. Canvas is a heavy, plain-woven fabric typically made from cotton, hemp or a blend. Nylon fabric is a lightweight, silky material made from nylon fibers, a synthetic polymer.