Canvas Tarps

No. Most canvas tarps are water-resistant, not fully waterproof. They shed water well with slope, but standing water can seep through.

Polyester canvas typically offers better tear strength and UV resistance. Cotton canvas is natural, breathable, and durable, but can wear faster in harsh UV environments.

Treated canvas has water-repellent treatment for outdoor use. Untreated natural cotton duck canvas is not water-repellent and is better for indoor or specialty use.

No. Canvas tarps are generally not recommended for highway trailer applications. Use vinyl-coated polyester truck tarps for transport loads.

Yes. Most canvas tarps include seams, especially in larger sizes.

Cut size is before hems and seams. Finished size is usually 3% to 5% smaller after manufacturing.

Most stock canvas tarps include heavy-duty brass grommets approximately every 2 feet, plus corner grommets.

Yes, if fabric condition is still good. Re-treatment products can restore repellency, but heavily worn fabric may not respond well.

Yes. Polyester canvas is commonly preferred indoors because some treated cotton canvas products may have initial odor or residue.

They can. Cotton canvas may shrink and fade over time, especially under strong UV exposure.

Yes. MyTarp offers custom sizes and custom grommet spacing. Call 404-800-8888 or email info@mytarp.com.

Yes. MyTarp carries Made in USA canvas tarp options across multiple fabric types and sizes.