Caring For Your Swag

Camping Australia carry a range of swags that are designed and manufactured for Australian conditions. The range includes single basic swags, through to super deluxe domes and double swags. We stock a wide range of swags suitable for any purpose including Australian’s most well-known brands.

Getting your swag ready

New canvas products require conditioning. Simply pitch your swag and wet it down with a garden hose and let it dry. This allows the stiching holes to shrink and the stiching thread to swell, allowing a seal to form. It may be necessary to repeat the process 2 or 3 times to fully condition the canvas. Ensure the swag is completely dry before packing away.
A traditional first aid treatment for canvas is to always carry a wax stick. After storage, use or transport, canvas may develop a damp area in wet conditions. Simply rub the candle wax to the outside of the damp area and this will create a waterproof barrier. Wax can also be good for seams to prevent water from entering the stiching holes.

Packing Up Your Swag

• Close all zips.

• Detach guy ropes.

• Fold overhanging canvas and ropes to centre of swag.

• Disassemble poles, fold together, and leave inside canvas sleeves.

• Roll the swag tight from head end, connect buckles, tighten straps. Do not over tighten.

• Allow a wet or damp swag to dry before packing. If not possible, unroll swag when convenient and allow to dry before repacking it.

Swag Care Instructions

• Throughly wet down new canvas prior to use to ensure sealing up of seams.

• Remove dirt with a soft brush and cold water after use.

• Do not  clean with soap, detergent, petrol, oil or solvents.

• Ensure swag is completely dry before storage.

• Do not store directly on concrete floors.

• Use canvas reproofing solution on well worn areas if necessary following packaging instructions.

Good Swag Things to Know

• Condensation may occur in cool or moist conditions.

• Point swag foot end into the wind.

• Foam mattress may compress form being rolled up for long periods; it may be partially restored by leaving it outside in the sun for a short time.

• Swag’s sizes are approximate only, due to natural shrinking and stretching of canvas depending on the weather.

• Re-proofing of the seams and hard wearing areas may be necessary after extended usage.

• Generally our swags are proofed at the point of manufacture, but use of a quality brush on proofing agent can prolong the swag life for years to come.

Browse the full range of Swags in stock and ready to ship Australia Wide.