subject: Green Tarps And Who Uses Them [print this page] Usually you will see blue tarps for sale on the market, they are the all purpose type used for an emergency or to provide shade. If you find that you need something a bit heavier try green tarps. They are made in a variety of sizes and will do a better job for you overall.
Manufactured from heavy plastic, the green version will last longer. They usually last from 6 to 12 months longer than the blue variety. Made from polyethylene they come in a 6 ounce gauge. They are very durable and flexible even though they are twice the weight of a blue one.
Some tarps come with a 3 year warranty on their sun protection capacity and their durability. They can handle extreme weather conditions including strong winds. You can cover the back of a pickup truck and keep all of the contents from spilling out. With more grommets you also have fewer stress points.
With twice as many grommets as a blue one, the green tarp has grommet spacings every 18 inches opposed to the blue one at every 36 inches. This allows for a more secure tie down on your load should you be taking a trip to the dump or need to keep a roof from leaking.
The green tarp is completely waterproof as it has a coating on both sides of it. It can withstand being placed on the wet ground so you can place a tent on top of it and remain dry. Piling wood on it will keep the wood from pulling up water from the ground in the winter.
Green blends in with nature making this a perfect color if you are using it outdoors for a canopy and want to blend in with the surroundings. More economical because they last longer it is also waterproof and made to withstand the strong rays of the sun and it will not rot. They are made heavier to withstand greater loads. This is an environmentally friendly option as well.
