Arabian custom tents or Bedouin tents were very common many years ago.
There are actually different models and accessories to take advantage of when setting these tents up. The tent is quite flexible and does not weigh much, making it great for various outdoor activities. The Bedouin may also feature a black structure known as the “house of hair”. These tents are generally woven using the hair of sheep or goats. Many people believed that the design of the Bedouin tent originated from Mesopotamia. Animal hair will be woven into strips of coarse cloth called fala’if and then these are sewn. The color of the animal is usually retained in the final design, such as black goat hair. Sheep wool may also be used which provides a streak brown or black appearance.
Sometimes, the measurements of the tent will be based on the personal preference of the user or how many people will be living in it. The common family will use tents from small and narrow strips of cloth. Each will measure about seven meters in length and will be supported by tent poles. The sheikh and other great people will also set up tents that show their wealth and position in the country. These may be created using six wide strips measuring about 20 meters in length. Four tent poles might be set up. The size is maintained for the tent to move easily as necessary. Tent poles or amdan raise the structure. The atnab or tent ropes will close the sides.