Vinyl Tarps

What you will find here

This section lists 4 vinyl tarps. Prices currently range from $26.99 to $57.39 in US dollars, and every product page shows the complete table of sizes and options so you can compare without clicking through each listing.

Common uses

Buyers use vinyl tarps for covering equipment, hay and building materials, construction sites and scaffolding and truck beds, trailers and outdoor storage. Check finished (hemmed) size, which can be a few inches smaller than the cut size, and tie down at every grommet in windy weather.

How to choose vinyl tarps

Check the finished size against what you need to cover and pick the material: vinyl for waterproof toughness, canvas for breathability, mesh for shade and airflow, poly for low cost.

Three steps to the right choice

1. Pick the material. Vinyl for waterproof toughness, canvas for breathability, poly for low weight and cost, mesh for shade and airflow.
2. Check finished size. Hemmed tarps are usually a little smaller than the listed cut size.
3. Plan tie-downs. Use bungees or rope at every grommet and avoid sharp edges.

Materials compared

• 18 Oz Vinyl (3 products) — PVC-coated (vinyl) fabric is waterproof, UV-resistant and easy to clean.

Before you buy

• Measure load length, width and height before choosing a size.
• Confirm the drop reaches the deck so the tarp can be strapped at the D-rings.
• Count the straps or bungees you need — one per D-ring is a good rule.

Price guide

Starting prices in this section break down as follows: 4 products $25 to $100. 4 of 4 products currently have at least one option in stock at the retailer. Larger sizes, higher ratings and multi-packs cost more, so open the option table on each product to see exactly how the price changes.

Safety and care

• Tie down at every grommet in wind.
• Avoid sharp edges or pad them.
• Store dry to prevent mildew.

Reading the option tables

Every product page in this section has a full table of options. Each row is one size, length, fitting or pack quantity you can order, with its own US dollar price and stock status. Use the table to compare prices across sizes before you click through — the cheapest listing price is often for the smallest size or single pack, so check the row that matches what you actually need.

Products to compare

• Heavy Duty 18oz Vinyl Utility Tarp — from $26.99
• Heavy Duty 18oz Vinyl Utility Tarp – Black — from $26.99; 18 Oz Vinyl
• Heavy Duty 18oz Vinyl Utility Tarp – Red — from $26.99; 18 Oz Vinyl
• Heavy Duty 18oz Vinyl Utility Tarp – Blue — from $28.39; 18 Oz Vinyl

Buying through Global Cargo Control

We are a catalogue and buying guide. Each product links to the retailer that sells and ships it; you choose your exact option and check out on their site. Prices are checked weekly, and the price at the retailer’s checkout is final.

Terms explained

• Drop — the side panel that hangs from the top of the load toward the deck. Match it to the load height.
• Fabric weight (oz) — the weight of one square yard of coated fabric. 18 oz vinyl is the heavy-duty standard; 14–15 oz and parachute fabric are lighter to lift and fold.
• D-ring rows — rows of tie-down points along the tarp sides so it can be strapped tight against the load.
• Finished size — the measured size after hemming, which can be slightly smaller than the cut size.
• Grommets — reinforced eyelets along the edges for bungees or rope.
• Flaps — end panels that close off the front or rear of the load against wind and road spray.