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When properly installing a tarp, the specific installation process varies depending on the project. However, there are some tips and rules of thumb that can apply to virtually any situation in which you want to install a tarp. Let's look at what they are.Tip 1: Make measurements and calculations ahead of time. Many people ask us how to put a tarp on a roof. You can find some helpful instructions about that in this guide on how to tarp a roof. If you review those instructions, you will see that t …

Thinking about getting a canopy for your property? A1 Tarps can help you pick the right canopy that meets all your needs. Canopies are, in a nutshell, a frame that holds a tarp. They come in a variety of sizes and configurations to meet many different demands and purposes. At A1 Tarps, we offer almost every type of canopy you can think of. That means all you have to do is pick the best one for you. But if you don't know much else about canopies, that can be a challenge. We have more than 40 year …

When you're ready to work outside on home improvement projects, tarps from A1 Tarps can help you get the job done. We've worked with tarps for more than four decades, and in that time, we have learned a key truth about them: They are tools. In fact, tarps are some of the most versatile tools we have ever seen. We've witnessed so many clever people using tarps in a multitude of creative ways to get work done. You can exercise the same creativity on your property. If you enjoy working on your hou …

A1 Tarps can teach you about the varieties of tarps available, and what they are best suited for. Tarps are great tools because they are so versatile. A good tarp can help a property owner handle a variety of tasks. But if you have a specific goal in mind, you may be able to find a tarp specifically tailored to it. Here is a rundown of the basic types of tarps and the best uses for each. We'll start with the three biggest categories. Poly Tarps This is our most popular and varied category. Us …

Count on A1 Tarps to show you how to clean a flatbed tarp. Usually, all it takes to clean a standard polyethylene tarp is typical soap and water, as well as the space to stretch it out - no need for special chemicals and cleansers. A tarp for flatbed trucks is not exactly standard, however. Flatbed trailer tarps are made to go on the road, and they can pick up a lot more grime, dirt and other mystery stains. Keeping them clean is important for ensuring their long life. Fortunately, cleaning the …