Sidewalls are made of vinyl and can be added to just about any tent to close it off from the elements. They come in a variety of sizes and are available for most tent styles. There are many reasons you may want nor not want sidewalls on your tent.

Advantages

• Helps block driving rain*.
• Retains heat and cold.
• Hides areas that do not look nice, such as construction, garbage, etc.
• Used as a backdrop for musicians and buffet areas.
• Helps control guests - can direct them around tents into specific entrances and exits.

Disadvantages

• Hides nice areas, such as gardens.
• Causes tent to be hotter in warm temperature.
• Walls may be pushed inwards due to wind. Tethering of walls may be available depending upon the tent style.
• The tent may feel smaller due to walls.

* Rain usually does not enter a tent unless winds are blowing the wind into the tent.