Re proofing old tent base

[ozzy1977]

I was recently given an old 2 man tent, it is in great condition apart from the waterproof base, which isn't any more as water seeps through over night. What can be done about it? would a solution of silicone mastic and white spirit work?

Cheers

Chris

 

[wicca]

You could try the paint often used to paint inflatable 'rubber' dinghies, it's usually available in yacht chandlers. It is flexible and waterproof and may be the simplest method of renovating the tent floor. Failing that a relatively cheap polytarp groundsheet of the required size could be used to completely replace the tent floor if you have a sewing machine or know someone who has...

 

[MartiniDave]

How about Thompson's weather shield? Works well on old army jackets.

 

[bilmo-p5]

Break out the 201.

 

[ozzy1977]

I must admit I hadn't even thought about making a new bottom for it

 

[bilmo-p5]

I must admit I hadn't even thought about making a new bottom for it

It's the ideal practice piece; it's something that needs doing rather than making drawstring bags an WHY just for the hell of it. It will present you with some challenges one way or another. It's an old tent and it's yours, so it ain't the end of the world if you make an oblox of it. Ther's every possibilty you'll end up with something worth having.

What's not to like?

Go for it!