Fabric shelters appeal to
both individuals and businesses mainly because of their versatility. They can
be used to store virtually anything from office supplies and lawn gear to
unused household items, garden equipment and furniture. Then again, there are
homeowners who use portable shelters as car garages.
If you would like to work
from home but are unable to because of limited space to setup an office, you
can use portable shelters to erect a home office in your backyard. Still,
fabric structures can be utilized as areas where people can unwind, while
savoring their drinks and foods in the summer.
Portable shelters are built
for different types of materials. As such, depending on what you are looking
for, you can make your selection from high-quality to standard materials.
Irrespective of your selection, it is important to point out that fabric
structures are affordable and durable. A recent study showed that a standard
fabric shelter can last for up to 10 years.
But, the key to ensuring that
your portable shelter lasts for at least 15 years is proper maintenance. While
it is true that portable shelters come with warranty, you need to carry out
routine maintenance in order to ensure its durability. Consequently, you will
have to clean and check the fabric for tears from time to time.
The materials used in making temporary fabric shelters are made from
weatherproof materials, which mean that they can withstand virtually all types
of weather elements. But this does not necessarily mean that the materials
cannot be damaged by dampness. During winter, snow tends to accumulate on the
roof. If left to thaw, snow can cause dampness.
Besides dampness, you also
need to check for tears on the seams. If not addressed on time, torn seams can
cause further damage to your fabric shelter. The frames should also be assessed
on a regular basis for warping and twists. Warping and bending is usually
caused as a result of placing heavy and bulky objects against the frames.
Warped frames should be replaced immediately since they can cause the fabric
shelter to weaken.
Lastly, before building a
portable shelter, it is important that you place a ground cover. In addition to
making it simpler to clean the portable shelter, ground cover prevents ground
water from damaging the items stored therein.
Ventilation is also an
important aspect in fabric structure maintenance as it deters accumulation of
moisture inside the structure.
