Tips for securing a space blanket to the outside of a tent

[ink1ing]

Stupid question I know but....

where do you get gaffa tape from?

I'm shocked I'm asking this too

[Abster]

Ebay?

Hardware stores like B&Q/Payless DIY, etc.. Even supermarkets maybe? I try and shop around and get Duck Brand stuff cheap as I can as it sticks really well and is tough..

[Ketteringsim]

I managed to get hold of some airflex from work. Strong, reflective and hopefully quiet. Should keep the constant blaring sunshine at bay.

[IbizaPrincess]

Never tried the foil being a veteran of muddy glastos but def going to try it this year (if sunny!) how many should i get? they are selling 2 for a £1 in poundland at the moment

Cheers! heres hoping it will be sunny this year!

[LusciousLucy]

Putting the foil layer between the tent inner and the flysheet is an excellent idea. If you've ever seen a house being built, you'll see they stick layers of reflective insulating board under the roof, sandwiched between other non-reflective plasterboards.

[mungo57]

Hey

sorry if this has already been asked, I had a look through this post but didnt see anything at first glance....

what exactly do people mean by space blankets? I work for B and Q (someone has to!) and we sell space blanket insulation that looks a lot like what people have used in the photos, but having never seen a roll of it opened up I wouldnt know!

I guess I am asking is this the stuff or is there something else known as a space blanket that I should use? Last year I dont think I slept past 7am, even when we went to Shangri La on the Saturday and didnt get back til about 6am lol

[HOEY2005]

Hey

sorry if this has already been asked, I had a look through this post but didnt see anything at first glance....

what exactly do people mean by space blankets? I work for B and Q (someone has to!) and we sell space blanket insulation that looks a lot like what people have used in the photos, but having never seen a roll of it opened up I wouldnt know!

I guess I am asking is this the stuff or is there something else known as a space blanket that I should use? Last year I dont think I slept past 7am, even when we went to Shangri La on the Saturday and didnt get back til about 6am lol

[mungo57]

ah thanks. I appreciate it. Much cheaper than the insulation at work, I think its £15-20 a roll!