Seam sealing is the action of applying a waterproof sealant to the seams of your tent to ensure no water gets through. Popular with many lightweight models and tents made from silnylon, it both waterproofs and strengthens your tent – if it’s done right.
So, if your brand-new tent has just turned up and you’re horrified to see that you’ve got to seam seal it before you put it up against a deluge of rain, don’t worry. The process is quick and painless and can be done in a few hours on a dry afternoon. Here’s how you seam seal a tent.
