Farm-Based Uses of Polyethylene and Canvas Tarps
Polyethylene and canvas tarps are essential tools, and can be used to protect hay, animals, equipment, and crops in farms. While it's possible to use the two kinds of tarps interchangeably, there are many situations when one is better suited for a specific application over the other because of its unique characteristics. Polyethylene tarps are tough, flexible, and chemical-resistant. They are also waterproof and ideal for outdoor use. Canvas tarpaulin, on the other hand, is made from closely woven natural or synthetic fibers. They were once used as sails before modern boats replaced them with specially-designed fabrics. Although water-resistant, canvas tarpaulin can get wet if exposed to a heavy downpour unlike polyethylene tarps. However, canvas tarps allow air to pass through and breathe unlike polyethylene-tarpaulin. Farm owners can use both canvas and polyethylene tarps to protect hay or haystacks. When soggy or wet, hay can smell bad and decompose quickly. This makes it unusa...