What does the water column mean?

The water column indicates how waterproof a tent is. The higher the water column, the more resistant the tent is to penetrating moisture.

When is a tent waterproof?

According to the standard, a tent is considered waterproof from a water column of 1,500 mm. A distinction is made between the water column of the tent wall and the tent floor.

What helps against heat in a tent?

To keep your tent cool, you should make sure that your tent is in the shade during the midday sun. Good air circulation is essential when camping in summer - it's best to have windows or doors opposite each other. Our tents with darkened sleeping cabins also help to keep the tent cool. You can find more tips in our blog post on "Cooling your tent in summer".

How do I store the tent correctly?

Clean the tent and waterproof it if necessary before storing it for the winter. Also make sure that the tent is completely dry. To protect the tent fabric, ideally store the pegs, nails and poles separately. Store the tent in a dry, cool place with good ventilation.

When/how often to waterproof the tent?

How often you waterproof your tent depends on how often you use it and where you pitch it. However, we recommend waterproofing your tent at least every three months or before storing it. If you use cleaning agents, you should also waterproof your tent afterwards. You can find more information on cleaning, storage and waterproofing in our related blog post .

What is the vestibule in a tent?

The vestibule is a kind of anteroom outside the main tent. This area is covered, but usually not completely enclosed. For example, you can store equipment here that you want to protect but don't want to store directly in the tent. Depending on the type of tent, the vestibule may be larger or smaller.

How do I avoid condensation in the tent?

To avoid condensation in the tent, check in advance whether the ground is dry - otherwise moisture can form in the tent. Good ventilation is also very important. It is best if ventilation openings are opposite each other so that the air can circulate optimally. Wet clothing also contributes to condensation forming - so it is best to dry it outside during the day. "

Can a tent go in the washing machine or tumble dryer?

Never put the tent in the washing machine or tumble dryer! Detergents, softeners and heat attack the coating of the tent fabric and encourage mould. Spinning also puts a lot of strain on the material, while zips can damage the delicate tent fabric. This results in tears or loose seams that make the tent leaky.

How big should the tent be?

In addition to the living space that is shared, you should also pay attention to the cabins. The number of sleeping cabins and their location play a role here. Sleeping cabins separated by the living area or cabins with a flexible partition wall provide more privacy. As luggage also needs to be stored, you should also take this into account when choosing a camping tent. This can either be stored in the living area, an additional sleeping cabin or in the vestibule.

How do I set up the tent correctly?

In our blog you will find a blog post on the subject of tent pitching with the most important tips on how best to pitch your tent for your next camping holiday.

The guy ropes make the tent storm and weatherproof. This means that your tent is stable in different weather conditions and is ideally aligned.

How do I clean the tent?

For light soiling, you should only use clear water and a soft sponge to protect the tent material and the waterproofing. For more stubborn stains, you should use mild cleaning agents. Just note that you may then have to waterproof your tent again.

What does the addition "Protect" mean?

Our tents with the addition "Protect" all have a sewn-in groundsheet. This means that the tent floor and walls are joined together.

What is the advantage of a sewn-in groundsheet?

A tent with a sewn-in groundsheet is particularly suitable for harsh, colder and wetter regions. The groundsheet protects against wind and ground moisture, but also against dirt and crawling animals.

Can the tent stand without a car?

Yes, all of our bus and car tents are free-standing and can stand stable even without being attached to the car. So you can enjoy a flexible and mobile camping holiday!

Pitea

Freestanding awning for 4 people made from recycled polyester

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Pitea Van bus awning

The Pitea Van bus awning is an awning for minivans, camper vans and panel vans that have a sliding side door. The tent connects directly to the car with the practical airlock and thus extends the living space of the vehicle, quickly and easily upgrading any vehicle into a practical and comfortable camping home. The Pitea Van can also be used free-standing as a full tent.

Capacity: 4 people
Poles: fibreglass
2 steel pitching poles for sunroof
Material (flysheet): 190T polyester PU coated
Material (groundsheet): 100 g/m² PE fabric
3000 mm water column and sealed seams
Fully sewn-in groundsheet
2 windows with blinds
Attachments for the vehicle (guy ropes)
Freestanding, even without vehicle
Incl. 3-language assembly instructions and repair kit
Dimensions: 300 x 300 x 225 cm / Weight: 9 kg
Pack size: 68 x 26 x 26 cm

Flexible

The Skandika Pitea Van bus awning is a high-quality awning that quickly and easily transforms a vehicle into a practical and comfortable camping home. The Pitea Van offers flexibility and extra space for holidays, camping and road trips.

Plenty of space

The awning, measuring 300 x 300 cm and with a standing height of 225 cm, offers plenty of space for up to 4 people and is connected directly to the car, extending the living space of the vehicle by 9 m².

Freestanding

Day trips by car are no problem, because the awning is free-standing - simply detach the airlock from the vehicle and drive off. The airlock entrance can also be closed with a door, which means that the bus awning can also be used as a fully-fledged tent.

Compatibility

The Pitea Van is an awning for minivans, camper vans and panel vans with a sliding side door. The awning is attached directly to the car using the lock. The fastening is secure and stable thanks to the extra thick material on the lock.

Weatherproof

The robust tent material with a water column of 3000 mm and the carefully sealed seams make the awning completely waterproof and the sturdy fibreglass poles can withstand even strong winds.

Sewn-in groundsheet

The tent has a firmly sewn-in groundsheet and all entrances, including the one in the airlock, have double doors. The mosquito nets on all 3 doors and at the airlock entrance prevent insects from entering the tent.

Many entrances / windows

In addition to the airlock door, the Pitea Van has 3 further entrances, one on each side. When the doors are closed, the 2 ventilation openings in the roof contribute to a pleasant indoor climate and the 2 windows provide plenty of light, but can be darkened at night.

Sun canopy

One of the three entrance doors can be converted into a sun canopy using the 2 steel poles supplied. This allows you to create an additional shaded area on one side of the tent.

Simple set-up

Assembly instructions in 3 languages are included for easy assembly. With its weight of just 9 kg and small pack size, the bus awning is easy to transport and stow away. A repair kit is also included in the scope of delivery.

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Weight	15,7 kg	17 kg	8,6 kg	9 kg	15 kg	14,5 kg
Linkage	Fibreglass Steel	Fibreglass Steel	Fibreglass	Fibreglass	Fibreglass Steel	Fibreglass Steel
Inputs	3	2	2	4	2	2
Water column	300 cm	300 cm	300 cm	300 cm	400 cm	300 cm
Material (outer tent)	PU coated 190T polyester	PU coated 190T polyester	PU coated Recycled 190T polyester	PU coated 190T polyester	PU coated 190T polyester	PU coated 190T polyester
UV resistance	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Seams	Waterproof sealed	Waterproof sealed	Waterproof sealed	Waterproof sealed	Waterproof sealed	Waterproof sealed
Windows	Venetian blinds Slide	Venetian blinds Mosquito nets	Venetian blinds Mosquito nets	Venetian blinds Slide	Venetian blinds Mosquito nets Slide	Venetian blinds Slide
Ceiling hook	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Mosquito nets	Sluice Inputs	Windows Sleeping cabin	Entrance Sluice Windows	Sluice Inputs	Inputs Sleeping cabin	Entrance Windows
Carrier bag	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
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Freestanding	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Number of persons	4 persons	4 persons	4 persons	4 persons	4 persons	2 - 3 persons
Dimensions (LxWxH) (total)	345 cm x 345 cm x220 cm	475 cm x 290 cm x 230 cm	300 cm x 300 cm x 220 cm	300 cm x 300 cm x 225 cm	370 cm x 320 cm x 210 cm	3450 m x 315 cm x 205 cm
Material (floor)	120 g/m² PE	130 g/m² PE	100 g/m² PE	100 g/m² PE	120 g/m² PE	PE
Pack size	71 cm x 29 cm x 29 cm	72 cm x 35 cm x35 cm	68 cm x 26 cm x 26 cm	68 cm x 26 cm x 26 cm	72 cm x 28 cm x 22 cm	67 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm
Item no.	2043	70030	2008	2007	16034	4017
Floor	Protect (sewn-in)	Removable	Protect (sewn-in)	Protect (sewn-in)	Removable	Removable
Colour	green-grey/dark grey	grey	dark grey/green-grey	dark grey/green-grey	sand	blue
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