<p><b>How to choose a Poly Tarp (Polyethylene Tarpaulin)</b></p> <p>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.</p> <p><b><br></b></p> <p><b>[Construction]</b></p> <p>Poly Tarps are typically made of multiple layers with a woven mesh fabric sandwiched between two or more polyethylene sheets.</p> <p><b><br></b></p> <p><b>[Reference Parameter]</b></p> <p><b>Tarp Thickness</b>– 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. </p> <p><b>Reinforcement</b>– Tarps have additional reinforcement around the perimeter of the tarp to help prevent ripping and tearing.</p> <ul> <li>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.</li> <li>Hem– The hem is formed by folding the edge of the tarp back onto the tarp and then stitching the entire hemmed area.</li> </ul> <p><b><br></b></p> <p><b>[Warning]</b></p> <p><b>Flammable. This Product will ignite and burn if brought into contact with an open flame.</b></p> <p><b>Suffocation hazard. Do not allow children to play with tarp.</b></p>