How to properly pack a camping chair

Are you looking forward to a camping trip? Ready to experience the great outdoors? A camping chair is one of the most underrated (but one of the most important) pieces of camping gear there is. A camping chair can quickly become a luxury on any outdoor experience, giving you the space to comfortably enjoy nature and adventure. Camping chairs come in a variety of shapes and sizes and they are lightweight, portable and stackable to save room. No matter the kind of chair you select, there is one thing they all have in common – they need to be cleaned and stored properly to ensure longevity.

In this article, we take a look at top tips to keep your camping chair in tip-top condition for many years to come. Before we take a look at the best way to pack and store your camping chair, let’s take a look at the best ways to keep your chair clean from dirt and debris.

How to properly clean your camping chairs

Chairs in the great outdoors can get dry in the elements. Dust, first, mud and sand from the trail can accumulate on your chair just after a single use. But don’t stress about it! All you need to take care of your chair is some dish soap and water. Keep your camping chair in good standing by following the below steps:

• Take off all the removable parts of the chair such as armrests and headrests before cleaning the frame. Also remove any straps that are holding the chair together. This should be easy to undo and is a simple process so don’t stress!
• Vacuum or brush off any dust or dirt from all surfaces of your camping chair including underneath the chair.
• Grab a bucket and fill it with hot water and then add up to a quarter cup of dish soap to break down any stains that may be present on the fabric.
• Clean the dirt off using a wet rag if there is too much dirt. If there is mud on the bottom of the chair’s leg, water won’t take it off easily – so add soap to the mix.
• Use an old toothbrush and scrub away at the stains between the crevices and cushions.
• Make sure not to leave any residue from the cleaning solution behind when you are done as this will attract dirt later on in storage.
• Finally rinse with clear water and wipe down all surfaces using a damp paper towel or cloth.

Storing your camping chair properly

Don’t make the mistake of storing your camping chair by tossing it into your closet. How you plan on storing your chair depends on what kind of chair you have and what space is available.

The best way to store a camping chair is by folding it into thirds and wrapping straps around the seats. Remove any accessories such as headrests and armrests. Use bungee cords or zip ties to bundle the loose material together and then tie tightly with a rope or rubber band. Finally place all the bundled items together in an empty pillow case or bag. This will keep the accessories from getting damaged while they are stored away.Consider storing your chair vertically if the space is limited, with one strap wrapped around each side so that it doesn’t take up too much space in storage.

However, the key to safely storing your camping chair after use is to make sure it is clean and dry before it is stored away. This protects the fabric from any mold or dirt that could accumulate. Keep out of direct sunlight as sunlight will bleach the chair fabric and damage the structure.

In Summary

Like all pieces of camping equipment, your camping chairs need to be regularly cleaned and looked after in order to ensure they last a long time. Camping chairs are not so simple to take care of – but it’s worth it in the long run.