Protect the field or turf for long-term play with a
high-quality athletic field tarp. Uniquely designed to help preserve the
special nature of natural grass or artificial turf, field tarps work to protect
the play area from accumulating moisture, which can compromise the quality and
appearance of the field quickly. Athletic tarps also help to seal out
environmental debris and prevent the greenery from eroding, fading and developing
mold and mildew. You can order standard athletic field covers as well as custom
athletic tarps for your specific...
Monday, June 29, 2015
Monday, June 22, 2015
Summer Calls for a DIY Slip n’ Slide
Ditch the pool club membership and stay cool with a DIY slip
n’ slide this summer. Rigging up the perfect makeshift slide is as easy as pie
if you have the right materials, landscape and attitude. All you need is a plastic
tarp, a hose, laundry detergent or dish soap, a hill and an adventurous spirit.
We recommend choosing a thick, (6-mill minimum) polyethylene tarp to ensure
that the material holds up throughout constant slipping and sliding. If you
want to create a jumbo slip ‘n slide, double or triple up to cover more groun...
Monday, June 15, 2015
How to Repair a Ripped Tarp
Save yourself time and money by fixing old tarps instead of
replacing them with costly brand-new ones. You can restore ripped tarps quickly
and easily with these tarp repair tips.
1. Assess the damage — Be sure to meticulously observe the
problem. If you can identify stress-point damage, you’ll want to patch or sew
the tear. For ripped grommets, you’ll need a grommet repair kit.
2. Use tape — Poly tarp
repair tape is an excellent option for quickly patching up rips and small
holes on your polyethylene tarp. This is strong, flexible tape...
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
In a Bind? We Can Help.
Boy Scouts was so long ago, and recalling what knot is appropriate for which situation can be tricky. Luckily, we've provided a step-by-step guide to help you figure out when a bowline works better than a butterfly, and more!
What's your favorite knot (or, which ones do you remember how to tie)? Comment below!
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Monday, June 8, 2015
Survival 101: Tarp Uses for Emergency Situations
Every emergency kit — whether stashed in the trunk of the
car or stuffed in your hiking pack — should contain a tarp. There are endless
reasons why tarps are one of the most reliable and affordable emergency
supplies available, so don’t get caught in a dangerous situation without one. Here
are a few ways a tarp can help save your life when you’re in a bind.
Shelter from the
storm: Tarps are easily one of the simplest and most affordable ways to
construct a protective shelter on the fly. Because they’re so compact, they can
be carried in your...
Monday, June 1, 2015
Pitch Your Own Tarp Hammock
Who needs a rigid, expensive hammock when you can quickly
rig one up with an affordable, versatile tarp? Ideal for any outdoorsy type,
tarps can easily be transformed into covers for relaxing loungers in the woods
with just a few simple tools and some panache. All you need is it a tarp — we
recommend a square or rectangular tarp; and an 8-foot by 10-foot tarp works
best) and roughly 9 feet of line or rope. You can also use carabineers
(climbing clips) if you’d rather not deal with knots.
To rig a tarp hammock, start by tying securing one end...
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