Hammock Stands

1. Metal hammock stands are sturdy and inexpensive, making them the most popular choice for hammock users. These stands are usually coated with protective paint; if the coating chips, simply daub on some automotive paint to preserve the rust-resistant finish.

2. The options available for a steel hammock stand are increasing considerably. We've got your basic steel stand, but also some fitted with wheels, some that are completely adjustable, and a couple with designer contours for a fetching look. And, handily, they are compatible with spreader bar or non-spreader bar hammocks.

3. If you live in an area with a lot of precipitation or salty air, consider a stainless steel hammock stand. This material will never rust, so it is the ideal choice if you plan to keep your hammock on a deck or porch that you don't want to get damaged.

4. To capture a truly classic look for your hammock, consider a wood stand. Usually made of cypress, wooden Roman arc stands support you in a graceful U-shaped structure that is as artistic as it is functional.

5. Almost all of our wood hammock stands are designed to hold the hammock above it in an upward-facing arch. They're great, but for something really unique, check out our wood hammock stand that hangs your hammock in a downward-facing arch.

6. If you're lucky enough to have two convenient trees at the right distance apart, you can achieve a completely natural look by stringing up your hammock with sturdy tree straps. Because they are specifically designed for this purpose, hammock tree straps are easier to attach than an old-fashioned string and provide secure, worry-free support.

7. Sometimes tree straps aren't quite enough, in which case you'll want to buy a hammock hanging kit for the highest security. What good is having a hammock if you're going to worry about falling when you lie in it?

8. If you don't have a lot of storage space for a full-size stand, consider hanging your hammock on specially designed posts. These sturdy stakes install directly into the ground when you want to relax and can be tucked away into any nook of your garage when not in use.

9. Hammock posts are about the most common sense way to hang a hammock. Sturdy, safe, mobile, and inexpensive, they are the perfect solution if you have a single tree or some other place you want to put your hammock but don't have a complementary tree the proper distance away.