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How to choose a Poly Tarp (Polyethylene Tarpaulin)
Poly Tarps are one of the most popular tarps available to consumers due to the wide range of colors, sizes, weights/strength and price. You need to select the right tarp for your application whether you are covering a canopy, carport, construction job, tent frame, outdoor event, yard project or wedding.
[Construction]
Poly Tarps are typically made of multiple layers with a woven mesh fabric sandwiched between two or more polyethylene sheets.
[Reference Parameter]
Tarp Thickness– This is the actual thickness of the tarp measured in mils (1/1000 of an inch). The larger the number, the thicker the tarp. Typical light weight tarps found in most retail or hardware stores are about 4~6 mils. If you are planning a heavy duty use, such as covering a carport, consider a heavy duty tarp at 10 to 12 mils or a super heavy duty tarp at 16 mils.
Reinforcement– Tarps have additional reinforcement around the perimeter of the tarp to help prevent ripping and tearing.
- Perimeter rope– This is a rope which has been sewn inside the hem at the edge of the tarp to add reinforcement strength to the tarp.
- Hem– The hem is formed by folding the edge of the tarp back onto the tarp and then stitching the entire hemmed area.
[Warning]
Flammable. This Product will ignite and burn if brought into contact with an open flame.
Suffocation hazard. Do not allow children to play with tarp.
Susan R.
2025-08-29 14:05:37
This tarp is so thick and tough that is has held up on our above ground pool for two years now without any leaks, tears or blowing up in harsh winds! It replaced two other covers (one that came with the pool and another inferior tarp) that failed miserably. It is the perfect size to tie with rope and bungie cords as needed to secure around the pipe structure around the 9x18' pool. It took some time to get the correct air pillows underneath the tarp on top of the remaining pool water to avoid pools of water from rainfall that stress the tarp and tie downs, but we now have it secured. When we opened our pool the last summer, the water was crystal clear as the tarp kept out ALL debris. I'm sure it will be usable next year, too! I see some of the dark green color fading where the tarp is pulled tight along the top pipe edge at stress points, but I think we might even just paint (fusion spray paint) it during the summer in order to extend its winter life as a pool cover because it works so well. The tarp strength and grommets are worth the money and less worry about failure!
C. Stathos
2025-08-10 10:38:21
The tarp is a heavy weight cover with tightly woven fibers. It should be water proof. I'll know better after 6 months.
James sr
2025-08-03 18:19:35
The size is perfect for my canopy. Its made strong and thick.
Gregory Davis
2025-06-19 15:45:59
Durable
Billy
2025-06-07 17:00:43
Awesome thick tarp and holds up to wind really good to cover my boat
JoAn cumbie
2025-05-16 18:46:56
They both arrived undamaged and all the grommets were present..I bought 2 10x20 meant to get the 12x20 for my 34 ft RV but that's ok fits great .. and I like the white it blends in perfect.. !!I had some damage from Helene and fixed most of it and I wanted to add extra protection .. hopefully it will stand up to the weather. I still need to add some more tie downs . But I like the white doesn't look trashy !!
Mrs Taz
2025-03-19 16:36:04
great for outdoor use
DAMC
2025-03-07 13:37:23
Purchased in May and in December the weave was separating and leaking already, so much for heavy duty. Would not buy this again.
Michael Csincsa
2025-02-13 14:12:09
Fast delivery, good quality.
Mackenzie Peacock
2025-02-09 18:54:17
Definitely get what you pay for. My dad uses this to cover his car and it’s great. Thick and durable.
Balou
2025-01-31 17:18:33
pour protégé une tante roulotte, pour l'hiver À SUIVRE ??
ALeb
2025-01-16 10:28:07
Shipping is fast. Size is perfect. Actual thickness is 0.014’’, not 0,016’’.An area was not not waterproofed (rubber missing. Large white area on green tard. How they could have missed it before folding it…). I could not return it as I already punctured the material for installation so I used rubber spray to correct it.
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