The hammock as become very popular the world over

The Humble Hammock | The many Types Of Hammock

The hammock as been around for a very long time, as a matter of fact for over 1000 years. It has its origins in central South America and was constructed from the Hamack tree.

There are various types of hammock, on of the favorites and oldest is the Mayan hammock. This hammock originated in Mexico, the Yucatan area to be precise. The Mayan hammock was originally made from cotton, however today they are mainly made from a mix of nylon and cotton. The hammock plays a very important roll in the Mayan peoples way of life. Mayan hammocks are made on a loom and are hand woven by men, women and children.

Another hammock which is very popular is the Hatteras hammock which as been around for over 30 years. In this time the Hatteras hammock as become well know for its quality and is now a premiere manufacturer of top quality hammocks.

Other designs on the market today are:

• The Rope Hammock

• Nag Head hammock, this get its name because its manufactured in Nag Head, North Carolina

• Hammock Chair

• Hammock Swing

Columbus brought the hammock to Europe around the turn of the 16th century and by the 17^th century the British Navy had adopted them for use on there sailing ships. This was because the hammock proved a safe and comfortable place to sleep for the sailors, it swayed in unison with the movement of the ship and molded its self to the sailors body so they wouldn't fall out. The hammock soon became a traditional and standard issue for most of the navy's in the world. The naval hammock is normally made from canvass and rope.

The hammock as become very popular the world over and many people hang them in there gardens and on there patios. There is definitely nothing more relaxing on a summers day than to lay in your hammock with a cool drink and a good book or snoozing, letting the world pass you by.

The cost of a good hammock varies between $50 to $200 depending on the design and materials used to make it.