Why Sewing Thread Matters for Camouflage Net Repairs
By Wildlife Watching Supplies - Kevin Keatley - Wildlife Watching Supplies | Published: 2026-10-18
Category: Tips & Care
Learn why the right sewing thread can make or break camouflage net repairs. Discover how polyester thread resists rot and UV damage, and when to repair versus replace.
Quick Answer
For most camouflage net repairs, a polyester sewing thread like the A10 Sewing Thread is the better choice because it resists rot and UV damage better than standard cotton thread. Match the thread color to your net's base tone, and use a simple whip stitch for tears up to a few inches long.
Polyester vs Cotton Thread: What Works Outdoors
Cotton thread is fine for indoor sewing, but outdoors it absorbs water, rots, and fades quickly under UV light. That matters when you repair a net that will sit in a hide or garden for weeks.
Polyester thread, like the A10 Sewing Thread, is longer and stronger than standard shop-bought thread, and it copes better with damp and sunlight. It also runs on a normal domestic sewing machine, so you do not need a heavy-duty machine just to patch a net.
When a Repair Is Not Worth It
A few small tears are easy to fix. But if the net has large holes, frayed edges, or the mesh is breaking down across a wide area, stitching will not restore its strength. At that point, replacing the net costs less in time and gives you a more reliable hide.
Also, if the repair area is under constant tension, such as at a corner or where the net is tied down, a stitch may pull through. Reinforce those spots with a patch of netting or webbing rather than just closing the tear.
Diagnose Your Camouflage Net Repair
- Symptom: You notice a small tear, a pulled thread, or a hole in your camouflage net that is up to a few inches across.
- Likely cause: Normal wear from wind, snagging on branches, or repeated folding and unfolding. The net mesh has weakened at that spot but the surrounding fabric is still sound.
- Corrective action: Use a polyester thread like the A10 Sewing Thread in a color that matches the net's base tone. Thread a needle and work from the back of the net so the knot is hidden. Use a simple whip stitch, going over the edge of the tear and pulling gently to close it without puckering. Overlap the stitches by about half an inch at each end for strength. Test the repair by giving the net a firm tug. If the stitches hold without pulling through, the repair is solid.
- When to stop or choose another option: If the net has multiple tears, large holes, or the mesh is breaking down across a wide area, stop repairing and replace the net. Also, if the tear is at a high-tension point like a corner, reinforce it with a patch of netting or webbing rather than just stitching it closed. If the net is more than a few years old and shows widespread wear, replacement is often the better call.
Thread That Works for Net Repairs
- A10 Sewing Thread: Polyester, Drab olive green, White or Blue 700mt. Longer and stronger than standard shop bought thread. The longer length means you can repair several tears without running out, and the polyester resists rot and UV damage better than cotton, so the repair lasts longer outdoors.
A10 Sewing Thread
