The first hammocks were woven from the bark of the tree Hamak. The Sisal (looks similar to aloe vera) later replaced the bark as the material. Sisal was unavailable and was especially soft sisal. It was not until about 60 years ago sisal was replaced by cotton. Sisal is often rumored that it was the better material against mosquitoes, [...]
Posted by admin on 07.10.2007 at 12:50 pm / / Tagged: hammock , net hammock , fabric hammocks , history , hammocks , Mayan , Mexico , origin
The hammock had in its history, a dual function. It has been used for recreation and for work. The word hammock (English: hammock, Spanish: hamaca) comes from the Taino Indian word meaning "a waste of fishing net." The network was used for fishing but also for everyday use. It protects the bed of snakes, and [...]
Posted by admin on 07.10.2007 at 12:50 pm / / Tagged: hammock , net hammock , fabric hammocks , history , hammock , maya , origin