3-Piece Lumber Tarps for Flatbed Trucks – Sizes & Prices

About 3-Piece Lumber Tarps

A 3-piece lumber tarp set splits the job into three lighter panels — typically two side pieces and a top or rear piece — so one driver can cover a full-length load without wrestling a single 120 lb tarp. The panels overlap and strap together, making them a favorite for 53 ft trailers, long lumber and oversize loads where a pair of standard tarps falls short.

Covers full-length 48–53 ft loads
Lighter individual panels are easier to lift and fold
Heavy-duty or lightweight fabric options
Overlapping design keeps weather out

How to choose 3-piece lumber tarps

Length. Add the panel lengths minus overlap (about 2 ft per joint) to confirm the set covers your deck.
Handling. If you tarp alone, a 3-piece set is usually the safest way to cover long freight.

3-Piece Lumber Tarps FAQ

Why choose a 3-piece lumber tarp instead of two standard tarps?

Each panel is lighter and the set covers a longer deck, so it is easier and safer for one person to tarp a full 53 ft load.

How do the pieces join together?

The panels overlap by a couple of feet and are strapped or bungeed together through the D-rings, shingle-style so water runs off rather than in.

Are 3-piece tarps the same material as regular lumber tarps?

Yes, they are made from the same vinyl weights (commonly 18 oz, with lightweight options), with the same D-ring spacing and heat-sealed seams.