If spring rains are on the way or the latest weather report says a snow storm is coming and you need your baled hay protected from the elements, go to a website specializing in Tarp Cover Sales to purchase an all weather cover to protect it. If you need a fire retardant tarp that is compliant and has a tag attached to it which states it is certified by California State Fire Marshall Code CPAI 84-7, is tear resistant, acid resistant, mildew resistant, one that is treated to keep out the sun on both sides, you can purchase them online and have them delivered right to your door. Prices are very affordable if you need one of the smaller tarps, such as a six by ten foot tarp costing under $25.
Hay Tarps – are much more expensive depending on the size because they offer a lot more area to cover. They’re available in sizes from 14 x 48 square, costing normally $586 on sale for $322 right now to 72 x 48 square, normally $2062, on sale for $1134. Farmers also order hay stack side curtains to protect their hay from the wind, snow and rain. Many conglomerates that expect to send hay overseas protect it with the side curtains which range in size from 12 x 48 smaller curtains that cost a regular price of $240 and are on sale for $129 all the way up to a size 25 x 54 with a price of $465, on sale for $255.
There are also many different tarps that customers are searching for, other than Hay Tarps, such as a mesh shade tarp. These range in many sizes and are used for privacy, gardening, backyard nurseries, patios and all sorts of landscaping projects. They are heavy duty tarps that let in 27% light verses 73% shade to your area. Athletic base plate covers are also available for use out on the baseball or softball field. Many companies that specialize in tarps offer free shipping after a customer orders a certain amount.
Canvas tarps – are also used by many customers. They are mildew resistant, abrasion and puncture resistant, seams are double-stitched with single stitched hems. These types of tarps are not recommended for covering cars or boats, but are used by manufacturers in a warehouse or on the farm to cover various equipment.