If you're looking for a cheap, DIY friendly paint shelter, you can't go wrong with Nordstrand. In fact, it’s not even an inflatable or blow up paint booth — it’s simply a tent that’s designed for painting. Using a house wrap as a tent groundsheet has become so popular because it’s hit the sweet spot of being fairly durable, light and cheap enough to buy. Our Recommendation

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I would rather pay more for something better... than find out later about all the little things that make it better. - Peter G. Doyle You can paint a fiberglass canopy, but you’ll want to be careful. The best way to paint fiberglass is with a spray gun, but it’s also possible to use a roller or brush. Set up your tent in a well-ventilated work area, such as an open garage or outdoors on a calm day. Cover the floor around the tent with newspaper or a drop cloth.

The spray paint method is best if you only wish to paint parts of the tent, otherwise, a full fabric dye is recommended. There’s more to keeping your tent footprint in good condition outside of properly storing it. If you wanted to build your own groundsheet so that you could save money, then you’ll want to make sure you take care of it, too. What we like about it: OZIS builds their paint booth with lighting in mind. It’s also surprisingly affordable without sacrificing any of the major accessories. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different colours, techniques, and ideas when painting your tent. The impact of paint on tent’s waterproofing and sun protection Why we like it: Nordstrand’s paint shelter tent offers a cheap alternative to relatively pricey inflatable paint booths. If you’re a DIYer that doesn’t need to paint a car, boat, or other large asset, you’ll only need a simple paint tent.

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Hold the can 8 to 10 inches away from the surface of the tent and apply paint in even, sweeping strokes, moving from top to bottom. Allow each coat of paint to dry completely before applying additional coats. Depending on your desired look, two or three coats may be sufficient. By far my personal first priority is comfort. I get heat stroke super easy (thank you, high school marching band, and marching in parades with a wool uniform in 100 degree heat playing trumpet) so it is very important that I don’t overheat or get exposed to intense sun. If you are the outdoors type who thrives in sun and heat, then you will have more options to choose from! 5. Weight and ease of transport Therefore silicon or other water repellent treatments will make it harder to paint your tent or needs to be removed using boiling water before the dye can really be absorbed. You want to incorporate these into your design as they can add visual interest, but also be aware that they may limit your options. Make sure to test the paint on a small, inconspicuous area first to confirm that it won’t harm the fabric.However, if you know the dimensions of your tent and you’re willing to take the risk, a generic tent footprint might be the better buying option for you. This is preferred if you only want to paint a certain part of the tent e.g. the floor or vestibule, but impractical if the whole tent is to be painted.