Tarps are often made from 100% cotton canvas. Normally the canvas has been treated to be water and mildew resistant. as well as adding color to the canvas by adding dye to the treatment. Canvas makes an excellent material for tarps, although wind and weather conditions can affect the life span of the product, and should be taken into account before deciding on a product to purchase.
Tarp manufacturers purchase raw cotton canvas and have it treated by a factory specializing in the process. Some tarp manufacturers choose to purchase already treated goods, although the availability is usually smaller quantities, indicating only the smaller manufacturers can purchase this way.
The world's cotton canvas has been "stockpiled" by China in recent times. What China decides to do with the goods they have stored will affect cotton prices on the open market, and therefore affect what tarp manufacturers will need to charge for their products.
To read more about cotton prices, visit http://southwestfarmpress.com/markets/cotton-market-outlook for information.
Sunday, January 26, 2014
Monday, January 20, 2014
The Basics of Buying the Right Tarp
Buying the right tarp to keep your outdoor items covered and protected can be confusing. This guide will save the buyer some time by explaining the basics.
In the world of tarps (which are sometimes called tarpaulins) there are sizes listed on the package. When buying a tarp, be sure to read the package to see if you are purchasing "cut size" or "finish size". "Cut size" refers to the material the tarp is made of being cut to the size listed (such as 8' x 10') and then seams and hems are sewn in to finish the tarp. This means that the tarp finishes out smaller than the size listed, probably 7'6" by 9'6". If you want a tarp that is 8' x 10' exactly, shop for a finish size, which means the tarps finishes out to 8' x 10' after sewing.
There are many types of material that tarps can be made from: polyethylene, canvas, and vinyl are the most common. Some are fire retardant, some are not. Depending upon the need of the buyer, some materials are more appropriate than others. It is best to contact a tarp supplier, such as Nasus Supply LLC, to determine the best type of tarp in order to buy enough durability, but maybe not too much, when the buyer is unsure.
And lastly, most tarps come with grommets (also sometimes called rivets) which are stamped into the corners and hems of the tarp. They can be used to attached a bunge cord or other tie down method to keep the tarp in place. Grommets can come in varying sizes. Specialty tarps can be ordered with grommets anywhere from 12" to 36" apart. The industry standard is either 24" or 36" grommet spacing in tarp hems on all four sides and in corners.
For more information on how to purchase the correct tarp, please visit www.nasussupply.com or email Nasus Supply LLC at info@nasussupply.com. We will be happy to answer questions and assist our customers in finding the right product.
In the world of tarps (which are sometimes called tarpaulins) there are sizes listed on the package. When buying a tarp, be sure to read the package to see if you are purchasing "cut size" or "finish size". "Cut size" refers to the material the tarp is made of being cut to the size listed (such as 8' x 10') and then seams and hems are sewn in to finish the tarp. This means that the tarp finishes out smaller than the size listed, probably 7'6" by 9'6". If you want a tarp that is 8' x 10' exactly, shop for a finish size, which means the tarps finishes out to 8' x 10' after sewing.
There are many types of material that tarps can be made from: polyethylene, canvas, and vinyl are the most common. Some are fire retardant, some are not. Depending upon the need of the buyer, some materials are more appropriate than others. It is best to contact a tarp supplier, such as Nasus Supply LLC, to determine the best type of tarp in order to buy enough durability, but maybe not too much, when the buyer is unsure.
And lastly, most tarps come with grommets (also sometimes called rivets) which are stamped into the corners and hems of the tarp. They can be used to attached a bunge cord or other tie down method to keep the tarp in place. Grommets can come in varying sizes. Specialty tarps can be ordered with grommets anywhere from 12" to 36" apart. The industry standard is either 24" or 36" grommet spacing in tarp hems on all four sides and in corners.
For more information on how to purchase the correct tarp, please visit www.nasussupply.com or email Nasus Supply LLC at info@nasussupply.com. We will be happy to answer questions and assist our customers in finding the right product.