1. Spreader bars are the wood bars on each end of the hammock bed; hammocks with spreader bars have tauter beds and can be hung lower to the ground, while bar-free hammocks droop more and must be hung on a higher stand.
2. The style of hammock bed you choose will determine the height of the stand you will need. Choosing a hammock package ensures your stand will be the right height for your hammock style.
3. For extra value and convenience, look for a hammock package that includes a wheel kit. Your hammock will become instantly portable, making it easy for you to move from the sun to the shade and back again during your long, lazy day.
4. Buying a hammock as a package guarantees that your stand and bed will have complementary styles. It might look silly to pair a frilly floral quilted hammock with an elegant Cypress Roman arc unless you have an eclectic style or dig the silly, of course.
5. A hammock package with matching pillows will turn your hammock into a true spa retreat. An included coordinating storage bag is a great finishing touch, and will remind you of warmer days every time you catch a glimpse of the bag in the garage.
