What Exactly Are Tarpaulins?

Tarpaulins are basically a piece of material that has been designed to be waterproof or water resistant. This is achieved by treating the material with a layer that prevents wetness. There is a wide range of uses for tarpaulins, everything from protecting you and your guests from bad weather conditions, to protecting your floor from paint as you renovate your home. You can find tarpaulins at most good hardware stores under the name “tarps” as they are usually called. You can purchase a tarpaulin at any size that suits you best; you can even get pieces cut so that you have various sizes for different uses.  

Tarpaulins originate from palling, which is a type of heavy cloth that was most used for shelter. Palling was also used on ships and they would cover it with a thick tar to prevent moisture and wear and tear. The “tar palling” was born and evolved over the generations into what we have today. As technology improved, so did the manufacturing of tarpaulins. Most tarpaulins that are manufactured today are made from synthetic materials such as plastic.

Your typical tarpaulin is rather heavy in weight as it is designed to withstand heavy winds and harsh weather conditions. They are often produced in a woven pattern, making them rather coarse to the touch. Their edges are generally reinforced with grommets, making it far easier for the user to run rope for various ties. You will notice that tarpaulins are produced in bright colors, making them easily visible. 

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