How do I determine the quality of the Tarp purchased by mil thickness or weight?
A mil is a measurement of depth equal to 0.001 of an inch (0.0254 mm). Although mil is used to measure the thickness of the tarpaulins it would be correct to assume the thicker the mil the thicker the tarp this is correct. The biggest problem for the customer is to be able to measure the mil thickness. The way Tarpaflex like to sell its tarps is by weight. Poly Tarps being made from a plastic raw material are an oil based commodity therefore you should focus on the weight when purchasing tarps not so much on mil thickness as this is more difficult for the consumer to calculate. Tarps Advisory Tarpaflex Poly Tarps can be used for so many different applications and most cases do a very good job. We have thousands of satisfied customers. However, customers should remember that poly tarps from the economy grade to the heavy duty tarp grade are relatively low cost coverings. Please do not expect poly tarps to stand up to the punishment that heavy PVC truck tarps stand up to, these tarps cos
