What are the tarp sizes?

Tarp sizes can range from 5′ x 7′ to 170′ x 170′ and even above. The size of a tarp more often than not corresponds with the use. Typically, large tarps such as baseball infield covers are used for athletic field covering for football fields, soccer fields, baseball fields and horse riding arenas.

What is a good tarp thickness?

For general use, such as covering items, look for a lightweight blue tarp that has a thickness of at least 5 mils. If you’re using the tarp for transporting goods or covering machines and equipment, you should look for a heavy-duty tarp with at least 23 mils of thickness.

How do I figure out what size tarp I need?

Generally, the width of the tarp just needs to be about a foot wider than your trailer, this will enable water to shed beyond the trailer walls while still allowing good air flow. Make sure you include any awnings or other accessories in your wide calculation.

What size tarp do I need for a 10 person tent?

Car Camping

Tent Size Tent Occupancy Tarp Size
7 x 5 feet 2 people 10 x 8 feet
9 x 7 feet 4 people 10 x 10 feet
10 x 10 feet 6 people 12 x 14 feet
16 x 7 feet 8 people 14 x 20 feet

How thick is a heavy duty tarp?

The larger the number, the thicker the tarp. Typical light weight blue tarps found in most retail or hardware stores are about 6 mils. If you are planning a heavy duty use, such as covering a carport, consider a heavy duty tarp at 11 to 12 mils or a super heavy duty tarp at 23 mils.

How big of a tarp do I need for a 15 ft pool?

Step 1: Determine Tarp Size Measure the diameter of the above-ground swimming pool to calculate how large a tarp you’ll need to cover the pool. Allow an extra 2 feet on all sides (4 feet more than the pool diameter) to ensure that the cover is large enough to drape over the pool sides.