In the world of tarps, there are a lot of material and features options. Fabrics such as vinyl, canvas, poly, and mesh from general use to specific protection. What about the color of these covers, do they have actual meaning or use or are they just for looks? Are there color options for tarps? What Tarp Color can I get?
A complicated or at least lengthy explanation exists for tarps and the color choices that may be available. Vast Tarp Color options are offered and at the same time there are no color varieties. It all depends on the product.
Tarps are constructed from rolls of the particular material and there is more color availability in some material and basic, one shade only in others. From nine color options in 18-ounce vinyl tarps to the blue only poly 5 or 6 Mil tarps. These blue tarps are often what people know or have seen as the sterotypical tarp because of their durability combined with the affordability. Dozens of our tarp products have a handful of color options.
Color with a Purpose
Here are some tarp colors that serve certain purposes:
Clear) Clear tarps are perfect for covering things or areas that you want to be able to see through. Ideal for vision and security. Although there is transparency, the protection from the elements or debris is provided.
White) White tarps generate some shade protection while allowing a little natural light in.
Yellow, Range, and Red) Brightly colored tarps are easily visible offering attention to covered objects, materials, or areas in a variety of important applications including construction, warehousing, industry, and service.
Blue, Brown, and Green) Blue, Brown, or Green Tarps are used in a number of outdoor uses. Great for construction (including roofs with the easy to handle, durable, and affordable blue tarps), landscaping, material storage, and temporary shelter.
Black, Gray, Dark Blue) Some of our heaviest and strongest materials (Hypalon, Neoprene, Vinyl) come in black and or darker colors. Often treated with UV Ray coatings to protect from the Suns Damage light. These darker tarps also absorb heat allowing covered items to remain cool.
Camouflage) A variety of Camouflage Tarps in different patterns are available in select poly and vinyl materials. These are ideal for hunting, camping, and backyard storage.
Choosing a Tarp
Whatever your application is with needing a tarp, please check out our large selection of tarp materials and yes, colors. These covers will protect your possessions, materials, or areas with the safety, aesthetics, or blending into the surroundings of the colors as available per product.
Call Tarps Now to speak with an experienced team member at (888) 800-1383 or [email protected] to have any question answered or to discuss your material and tarp color needs.
FAQs
Yes, these feature several poly tarp colors such as white, blue, silver, and brown that are made with top quality materials. They are tear resistant, waterproof, fire resistant, and clear reinforced poly tarps.
What color tarp is the strongest? ›
Dark Colors in Tarps
Black is the preferred tarp color of truckers. Canopies and Tarps offers a full line of black truck tarps. These extra sturdy tarps are designed to protect truck cargo from the sun, strong winds and the elements.
What Colour tarps are there? ›
Construction/Heavy-duty Use: Blue, gray, brown, green. Event Signage: While, red, yellow. Agricultural Use: Green, tan. Truck/Vehicle Covers: For the first color, there is blue, for the second color, the color is grey and for the third color, it is brown.
What color tarps last longest in the sun? ›
UV-resistant tarps in neutral tones like green or black can also prevent sun damage and material degradation over time, extending the lifespan of your tarp.
What color tarp is best for UV protection? ›
Silver tarps provide exceptional UV protection and are more robust than standard blue tarps. Their reflective properties help to keep the area underneath cool, making them an excellent choice for sun protection.
Why are people buying blue tarps? ›
Operation Blue Roof is a program offered by FEMA through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to eligible homeowners and landlords. It provides a temporary covering of blue plastic sheeting to help reduce further damage to property until permanent repairs can be made.
Does tarp color matter? ›
Colors themselves are merely aesthetic. However, a black tarp will absorb more sunlight, thereby producing more heat. If this is a problem for either your load or your own comfort, you might want to think about another color. Otherwise, it does not matter much.
How long will a heavy-duty tarp last? ›
Vinyl tarps can effortlessly span beyond 5 years and in some cases more than 10 years, making them a great investment.
How long will a blue tarp last on a roof? ›
Tarps typically last up to 90 days on the roof, while those constructed of more robust materials can last up to two years. Roofing contractors recommend not keeping it for more than three months, which can lead to further issues.
What does a blue tarp mean in an accident car? ›
In the time it takes for the various agencies like State Police to do a fatal collision report and the aforementioned coroner the body is covered from public view. The easiest way is to drape the sheet over the outside of the vehicle. We had blue work tarps for the purpose.
Choose dark and intense colors for sun protection
A study conducted in Spain found that fabrics with darker or more intense colors tended to have better UV radiation protection than lighter colors. Of all colors tested, dark blue offered the best levels of UV protection, making it the best color to wear in the sun.
What color tarp reflects the most heat? ›
So let's answer this question directly: Yes, silver tarps reflect heat. The silver color absorbs less light than a darker color would, while the reflectiveness bounces most light (and by extension, heat) away. White tarps are also a great option for keeping heat out.
What colors block sun the best? ›
The Cancer Council in Australia suggests that darker colours absorb UV rays, which helps block them from your skin. That's why dark blue, black, and dark red are the best colours for sun protection compared to white or pastel colours of the same fabric.
What is the best color tarp for a roof? ›
Blue, green and brown tarps are usually general purpose tarps, meant for consumer and light industrial work. They're popular with contractors, construction workers, roofers, farmers, and landscapers.
What type of tarp lasts the longest? ›
In conclusion, the lifespan of a tarp varies depending on the material used, environmental conditions, and maintenance efforts. If durability is your primary concern, vinyl tarps offer exceptional longevity, making them ideal for long-term use.
What is the best color for tarpaulin? ›
The coloured tarpaulins tend to reflect sunlight rather than absorb it. The best colour for a tarp to reflect heat is white. Black tarpaulins absorb sunlight rather than reflect it. As a result, they are perfect for situations where you need to keep objects cool without blinding anyone who sees the outside of the tarp.
