18 oz Vinyl Coated Polyester Tarps

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18 oz vinyl coated polyester tarps are heavy-duty waterproof covers built for high-UV, high-wear outdoor use. This material is commonly selected for canopy covers, flatbed trailer tarps, roof covers, marine covers, and equipment protection where long service life matters. Specifications Material: 18 oz vinyl coated polyester (PVC-coated polyester) Fabric weight: 18 oz per sq. yd. Thickness: Approx. 20 mil Performance: Waterproof, high UV resistance, high tear resistance, high abrasion resistance Use environment: Outdoor exposure, including high-sun climates such as Florida and Arizona Grommet spacing: Brass grommets every 2 ft approximately Best For Long-term outdoor tarp coverage in high UV and heat Canopy and carport covers Flatbed trailer and trucking applications Marine and dockside covers Industrial and commercial equipment protection Not Ideal For Lightweight, temporary, low-cost short-term covers (10 oz or 14 oz may be better fit) Applications where airflow is required ( mesh tarps are better) Applications requiring clear visibility through the cover ( clear vinyl tarps are better) Projects that do not need heavy-duty abrasion and tear performance 18 oz vs 10 oz, 14 oz, 22 oz, and 40 oz Vinyl Coated Polyester 10 oz : Lighter-duty and easier to handle; better for lighter coverage needs and shorter-term exposure. 14 oz : Mid-heavy duty option; stronger than 10 oz, but lighter and less rugged than 18 oz for harsh conditions. 18 oz : Heavy-duty balance of strength, durability, and value for long-term outdoor use and high-UV climates. 22 oz : Extra-heavy duty for tougher abrasion and wear conditions where additional strength is required. 40 oz : Extreme-duty commercial/industrial applications where maximum durability and material mass are priority. Quick pick: Choose 18 oz when you need strong long-term outdoor performance without stepping up to ultra-heavy 22 oz or 40 oz material. Imported vs Made in USA vs FR 18 oz Made in USA 18 oz: Best for domestic sourcing r