Type of Tarps
There are thousands of tarps on the market. The most popular tarps are poly tarps or polyethylene tarps. Poly tarps are widely used because they are inexpensive, lightweight and readily available. Most hardware stores, including Home Depot and Lowes carry poly tarps, such as blue poly tarps and brown poly tarps. Poly tarps in Home Depot and Lowes usually include both blue tarps and heavy duty tarps. Some online tarps stores, such as mytarp.com offer more tarps in more colors, materials, tarps grades and sizes.
Canvas tarps are usually made from 100% natural cotton fabrics. Many canvas tarp fabrics have been treated for water resistance.
