The April 25, 2015 Nepal earthquake rocked the village of
Barpak and many towns surrounding it, killing more than 8,000 people and
injuring upwards of 19,000. The aftermath has left many Nepali people without
the essentials, including food, water, blankets and shelter. Often overlooked,
tarps are another fundamental relief aid that can drastically improve the
community’s rebuilding, providing temporary shelter, storage, shade, privacy
and flooring. Here are some ways tarps can help aid in relief efforts in Nepal.
Shelter
The 7.8-MMS earthquake...
Friday, May 29, 2015
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Stop Garden Weeds with Tarps
An inexpensive way to prevent weeds from
destroying your backyard garden involves an ordinary black tarp. Before you
start planting, cover the ground for your garden with a tarp.
Next, cover the tarpaulin with about 3 inches
of mulch. For an affordable tarp, shop online retailers like TarpSurplus.com.
Clear the mulch from the areas where you want to plant seeds, bulbs or
seedlings.
Cut
holes 1 or 2 inches larger than your bulb or seed, loosen...
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Tarp Surfing 101
Photo Credit: Jesse Wagstaff via Compfight cc
Versatile tarpaulins are responsible for a new
craze called tarp surfing.
The Orange
County Register reports that the DIY sport has even started a patent war
between two Southern California families with startup tarp surfing businesses.
Here’s how it works. Purchase an oversized
25-foot by 25-foot blue tarpaulin available at retailers like TarpSurplus.com.
Use two big rocks to secure one end...
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