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Cornhole Bean Bags And Boards – How To Protect Them

Posted in Games on January 13th, 2010 by admin – Comments Off

If you recently purchased a set of cornhole bean bags and boards then you’re probably just excited to start playing, and thoughts of maintenance and protection are far from your mind.  It’s important to understand however that even the most carefully constructed sets will quickly deteriorate if not taken care of.  It’s always such a shame when someone spends over a hundred dollars for a quality cornhole game and then lets it go to waste because they aren’t concerned with longevity.  Here are a few suggestions for caring for your cornhole products in a manner that will extend their lifespan and ensure their value for years to come.

First off, even though most quality cornhole bags are made of heavy duty duck cloth and upholstery grade nylon thread, they can quickly become compromised if left outside between games.  Animals and bugs will smell the corn from a mile away and can make quick work of even the toughest bags.  Even if the the animals don’t get to them, the elements will.  Direct sunlight will discolor your bags and weaken the stitching over time, and any amount of rain or snow will turn the whole kernel corn into mush, rendering the bags unworthy of play.  To protect your bags simply bring them inside between games.  If there are concerns about pets or insects indoors then place the bags in a gallon-size ziploc bag and seal it properly.

When it comes to protecting your cornhole boards, many of the same rules apply.  Bring them inside when not in use, as outdoor elements and wildlife can wreak havoc in no time at all.  If you don’t have storage space indoors for your boards then brush on a few coats of Minwax clear coat sealant, or ask your preferred cornhole store to do it for you.  Though not a perfect solution, this will help to repel rainwater and snow which otherwise would penetrate and destroy the boards.  To get the absolute maximum lifespan out of your boards, seal them and bring them indoors between tournaments.  If this routine is adhered to you should be able to enjoy them for many years.

As with anything else of value, just taking a few extra steps and precautions will go a long way in maintaining cornhole sets and ensuring a long lifespan.  On the flip side, if you ignore these suggestions and treat your games carelessly then I can all but guarantee that they will not last very long and you’ll find yourself buying brand new ones in no time.