Canvas Camping Tent Lighting Options
April 15, 2009 by Camper
Filed under About Canvas Tents, Canvas Tent Qualities
Tent Lighting Options:
Whenever you go camping in a tent, lighting becomes an important item. If the place where you reside happens to be some remote place where there is no source of power then the importance of lighting is even more significant. When you land in a condition where there is no external source of power here are the options for you; glow sticks, lanterns, flashlights, ect.
Flashlights are available in different types depending upon the size and type of power supply. Flashlights are handy not only in tent lighting but also in instances of power failure at home. In terms of size flashlights are available from small compact designs like pen flashlights to huge spot lights that are to be held in hand.
Now when it comes to source of power you might either go for a battery operated one or a rechargeable flashlight. If your flashlight happens to be battery operated never forget to carry enough spare batteries, when it happens to be rechargeable opt for one that will last for the longer duration it’s worth the extra upfront cost. While moving around in you tent you might feel uncomfortable carrying a flashlight in your hand then a headlamp might be the hands free and they are very light and comfortable to wear. Usually headlamps come with elastic band to fit everyone. They are very useful when you need to perfume tasks late night.
LEDs are a viable option these days when you want either torch or headlamp. These are highly intense lights for there physical size coupled with economical consumption of power. They are highly shock resistant, long lasting and don’t fade abruptly like ordinary bulbs. The only disadvantage is cost but they offset this cost with their advantages. They usually extend the life of batteries and also the life span of the LEDs is very high over their rivals. When it comes to performance they offer colors, which closely resemble normal natural lights. LEDs come in yellow light for a warm feel, red to get the attention of others and blue-white fade.
Another tent lighting option is a lantern, which is available in wide variety of styles. It’s advisable to go with an electric lantern or battery lantern, do not use and gas lanterns inside a tent because you do not want any type of fire or carbon dioxide hazard.