There are large selection of tent fittings, canopy frame parts and tarps. If you are interested in building your own canopy there are many different tent fittings and tarps to choose from. You can see fittings for flat top (90 degree), 102 degree slope, 110 degree slope and 120 degree slope roofs. There are many specialty fittings. Some tarps are made of laminated heavy duty polyethylene and woven reinforcing cloth and come in sizes from 6 feet to 60 feet.

Selection of tarps includes tarps made of materials which are flame retardant, 100% sun blocking, and mesh sun screen. To complete your design there are high grade ball ties (bungee), tarp ties, foot pads, canopy anchors, S-hooks, grommets, tarp tape, spring clamps, fabric clips, ratchet style tie down straps, trigger style tie down straps.

A strong trend among both tent makers and consumers is the increasingly popular ultra-light segment. These shelters offer room for one (sometimes two), plus a little more for gear or a four-legged friend. What these tents achieve in weight savings they accomplish by reducing other amenities elsewhere (namely space). It's important to remember that a two-person ultra-light tent provides the minimum amount of space necessary for two bodies to lie side by side.

There are many factors to take into account while fitting a tent. These Tents fitting are most important part without which the tent cannot be fitted properly. So emphasis must be give to fittings weather its tent or canopy.