Medium Weight
Tarpaulins
120gsm – 200gsm • The All-Round Outdoor Cover
Tougher than budget tarps. Lighter than industrial heavy-duty. The perfect waterproof PE sheet for garden, farm, caravan, and site use — UV-stabilised, reinforced eyelets, available up to 15m × 20m.
Trusted Across Every Setting
Choose by GSM Weight
Higher GSM = greater thickness, tear strength & lifespan. Pick the right grade for your job.
Medium weight tarpaulins (120–200gsm) — the ideal all-rounder for garden, agricultural, caravan and site use. UV-stabilised PE, reinforced eyelets, fast UK delivery.
Medium Weight Tarpaulins — The UK’s Most Versatile Outdoor Cover
Our medium weight tarpaulin range is built for the everyday demands of British outdoor life — from garden furniture and log stores to farm covers, caravan storage, and building site protection. Every medium weight tarpaulin we supply is rated 120gsm to 200gsm — the all-round sweet spot that delivers real durability without the cost and bulk of industrial-grade heavy tarps. These are the tarps trusted by UK homeowners, allotment holders, smallholders, landscape contractors, and light-trade businesses who need reliable year-round weather protection they can handle and reposition themselves.
Medium Weight Tarpaulin Specifications
Our medium weight range delivers consistent, reliable performance across a wide range of outdoor conditions. Every tarp features:
- 120gsm to 200gsm UV-stabilised polyethylene — the proven all-round grade for garden, agricultural, and light trade use
- Reinforced aluminium eyelets every 75–100cm — for secure bungee, rope, or ratchet-strap lashing in any weather
- Double-stitched hems and corner reinforcement patches — resists tearing under load at the most vulnerable stress points
- 100% waterproof double-sided PE laminate — sheds rain, sleet, and standing water without soaking through
- Anti-rip, anti-tear woven PE weave — holds up to repeated folding, unfolding, and repositioning
- Rot-proof and mildew-resistant — safe to leave outdoors or store in damp conditions year-round
- Sizes from 1.8m up to 15m × 20m — stock sizes plus bespoke cut-to-order
Ideal Applications
These tarps are used daily across gardens, smallholdings, and worksites throughout the UK:
- Garden furniture and patio covers — our 140gsm and 155gsm tarps are the most popular choice for winter protection
- Log, firewood, and hay bale covers — keeps stored fuel and feed dry through wet British winters
- Caravan, boat, and trailer seasonal storage — size up for full overlap on all sides for complete weather protection
- Agricultural bale covers and machinery protection — our 170–200gsm tarps are the UK smallholder’s standard
- Building material and scaffold protection on site — lightweight enough for easy one-person deployment
- Lorry load covers and trailer sheets — grommets every 75cm for secure lashing at road speed
- Temporary shelter, canopies, and event groundsheets — durable enough for repeated seasonal use
Choosing the Right Medium Weight Tarpaulin GSM
GSM (grams per square metre) is the key indicator of a tarpaulin’s thickness, strength, and expected outdoor life. Higher GSM means a denser weave, heavier laminate coating, and greater resistance to tearing and UV degradation. Within the medium weight range, the right choice depends on how long the tarp will be left outdoors, how much physical stress it will see, and your budget:
- 110gsm: Light cover use — market stalls, greenhouse cladding, short-term weather protection. Expected outdoor life of 1–2 seasons with care.
- 140gsm: Our bestselling grade. Garden furniture, log stores, general outdoor storage. 3–4 years continuous outdoor exposure. The best-value all-rounder for most domestic users.
- 155gsm: Caravan, boat, and seasonal farm use. Greater tear resistance and UV protection than 140gsm. Popular for applications where the tarp stays in place for months at a time.
- 170gsm: Extended agricultural and outdoor use. Top of the domestic medium weight range — suited to smallholders, allotment covers, and rural applications exposed to wind loading.
- 200gsm: Step-up grade. Heavy agricultural, bale covers, machinery protection. Five or more years with routine care. The natural upgrade for users who have worn out lighter tarps.
Not sure which weight is right for your application? Call our team on 01744 520 110 — we’ll advise on the right GSM based on your specific use case, site conditions, and how long you need it to last.
Frequently Asked Questions
Compare Our Tarpaulin Ranges
Need something lighter for occasional use? Our economy tarpaulins (80–110gsm) offer short-term cover at the lowest price point. For industrial, agricultural, or permanent installations, our heavy weight tarpaulins (170–350gsm) are the professional standard used by UK farmers, builders, and hauliers. For transparent covers — patio enclosures, greenhouse cladding, light diffusion — see our clear tarpaulins. For the longest possible outdoor lifespan on permanent structures, our PVC tarpaulins (420gsm+) offer commercial-grade indefinite protection.
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