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How to Banish That Funky Odor: A Comprehensive Guide on Cleaning a Stinky Tent

Michael Balle Hansen by Michael Balle Hansen

The great outdoors offers endless adventures, from camping under starry skies to exploring picturesque landscapes. However, sometimes even the most memorable experiences can leave behind an unwelcome souvenir: a stinky tent. Whether it's the result of dampness, mold, or lingering odors from a campfire, fear not! In this guide, we'll walk you through effective methods to clean and refresh your tent, so it's ready for your next outdoor escapade.

How to clean a tent that smells

Michael Balle Hansen by Michael Balle Hansen

You pull out your tent to make sure its all good and ready for your upcoming trip and ohh man it does not smell good. What happened?

Well, this typically happens when you don’t dry and clean your tent properly before packing it. So next time make sure you let it fully dry and clean any dirt or grime.

This will take a 1-3 days so make sure you do this early

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