When you think about tarps, do you think of all the uses they have around your home? Most associate tarps with some kind of industrial use, although there are plenty uses for them around the home. In the case you have a few home improvement projects, a tarp is useful for a temporary roof patch and also for painting projects. Aside from home improvement work, tarps are useful for storage, as long as they're held in place properly. Because most polyethylene tarps are waterproof and UV resistant, they can protect an object - or the interior of a home - from water and sun damage.
In terms of home improvement, medium-duty poly tarps are often kept around the home for roof repairs. This is common in areas that experience hurricanes and tornadoes, as the storms will often cause roof damage in the path. In such instances, a tarp is applied to the damaged portion of the roof and held in place by two-by-four boards and nails. Some manufacturers, additionally, have realized a need for this and have created tarps that will stick to a roof. Once applied, the tarp will keep out any moisture from damaging the interior of the house or building any further.
Painting is another common home improvement project involving tarps. Although any type of tarp can be used as a drop cloth, canvas tarps are preferred. Canvas material won't cause the painter to slip and, when draped over furniture and the floor, the material will stay in place better. If you don't have canvas around the home, an old polyethylene tarp often stays in use as a drop cloth. No matter the material used, the tarp keeps any paint from reaching and damaging your furniture and floors.
Aside from home improvement, tarps are always useful for storage purposes. Whether you have a car that needs covering or a seasonal vehicle needing protection, a heavy-duty poly tarp can surround the vehicle and shield it from UV exposure and water damage. Often, a large tarp is draped over the vehicle until it's fully covered and then secured in place by bungee cords. In the case of seasonal vehicles, certain tarps for boats and RVs are custom made to fit their specific designs.
No matter your storage or home improvement needs, having a few tarps on hand for emergencies is always a good idea. Keep a few medium or heavy-duty polyethylene tarps around the home in case of roof damage or additional storage needs.
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