Clear Vinyl Fabric 40 mil (40 Gauge) - 54" Width - By the Yard or Roll

Yes. In the clear vinyl trade, gauge and mil mean the same thing: 40 gauge clear vinyl is 40 mil, which is 0.040 inch thick (one mil is one thousandth of an inch). This is unlike sheet metal or wire gauge, where a higher gauge number means a thinner material.

Yes. 40 mil (0.040 inch) is the heaviest clear vinyl fabric we sell by the yard. It is stiff enough to stay flat in a frame or track and resist wind flutter, which is why it is used for boat windshields and large enclosure panels. It does not roll up or drape like 20 mil or 30 mil, so choose those for curtains.

No. This is the standard, untreated 40 mil clear vinyl. For 40 mil in a flame retardant material, see our 40 mil flame retardant welding curtain roll; for lighter fire-rated fabrics by the yard, see the 30 mil flame retardant clear vinyl (NFPA 701).

30 mil is the usual choice for patio, porch and boat enclosure panels: it hangs flat, handles northern winters and is easier to cut, sew and roll. Step up to 40 mil when a panel is framed or tracked and must stay rigid, when it faces heavy wind, or for a windshield panel. 40 mil is a third thicker and noticeably stiffer, so plan on heavier hardware and professional sewing.

Yes. 40 gauge double-polished clear vinyl is used for boat enclosure windshields and forward panels, where its stiffness keeps the window flat at speed. Side curtains that roll up are usually made from 30 gauge. Rinse off salt and clean with mild soap and a soft cloth to keep it clear.

No. Strataglass and similar products are branded, coated pressed-polished marine vinyls. This is uncoated double-polished clear vinyl in the same 40 gauge thickness at a lower price. Without a scratch-resistant coating it needs more care in cleaning: a soft cloth, mild soap and a vinyl-safe cleaner, never abrasive pads or ammonia.

Yes. Vinyl is the common name for PVC (polyvinyl chloride), so clear vinyl fabric, clear PVC film, clear vinyl sheeting and clear plastic vinyl all describe the same flexible, see-through material. It is different from rigid PVC or acrylic sheet, which cannot be rolled or sewn.

The fabric is 54 inches wide. Order by the yard for cut lengths (one yard is 54 inches by 36 inches) or choose the 30-yard roll. Yardage ships as one continuous piece up to 30 yards; longer orders ship in multiple rolls.

Yes. A pre-cut, postcard-size 40 mil clear vinyl sample swatch is available for $1.49 with free shipping to the 48 contiguous states, so you can check clarity, thickness and feel before ordering yardage.

No. This listing is uncut fabric sold by the yard or roll. For ready-made clear tarps with hems and grommets, see our clear vinyl tarps.

It is fabric only, with no grommets, hems or zippers installed. Clear vinyl can be sewn with UV-rated bonded polyester thread or bonded with HH-66 vinyl cement. 40 mil is heavy for a home sewing machine; use a heavy needle and a walking foot, or have a canvas shop fabricate the panels. Test on a scrap first.

Rinse off grit first, then wash with mild soap and water using a soft cloth or sponge, and dry with a clean microfiber towel. Avoid abrasive pads, ammonia-based glass cleaners and solvents. A dedicated product such as 303 Clear Vinyl Protective Cleaner helps keep the vinyl clear and reduces static that attracts dust.

About 36 ounces per square yard. A one-yard cut at 54 inches wide ships at roughly 3.75 pounds, and a full 30-yard roll at about 113 pounds.

Orders of 4 yards or less ship folded. Orders of 5 yards or more ship on a roll. Lead time is 1 to 2 business days plus transit time.

Yes. It is waterproof and UV resistant, and it also resists oil, acid, grease and mildew.