What Is A Canopy Top?

A canopy is a overhead roof or just a structure to which a metal covering is attached providing a comfortable shelter from weather conditions such as snow, rain, hail or sun.

A tarp canopy is used to cover it from the roof which is called a canopy top to obtain a tent like structure.

For the events like parties and weddings, canopies create a perfect venue with a top tarp cover that can protect your guests from sun and rain.

Choosing The Right Tarp Canopy

Before choosing the right outdoor canopy tarp you need to consider few things such as:

• Water Resistance

• UV Protection

• Fire Resistance

• Durability 

Canopy Material

When choosing the right type of outdoor canopy material there are mainly three types of materials that can be considered:

Polyester 

Polyester tarp canopy fabric is the most commonly used material due to its durability and water resistant capability.

Always remember to check the denier of the material, the thicker the fabric the tougher it will be.

The polyester material is also UV resistant but it will be minimal.

Polyethylene

Polyethylene material is common for semi-permanent structures and mostly the carports.

The polyethylene fabric is treated to make sure it is waterproof and UV resistant.

This material is also a best fit for frames and on the top of the canopies as they are taken up and down frequently.

Vinyl

In actuality a vinyl material is a combination of vinyl and polyester, polyester material with vinyl coating.

This vinyl coating is used to make the material UV resistant, flame retardant and waterproof.

Vinyl material canopy tarps are heavy that may be a shortcoming of the vinyl canopy tops.

Outdoor Canopy Colors

Colors also matter when you have already decided the material of the canopy tarp then the next will be to choose the color of the canopy top.

If we talk about colors, the light colors are considered more favorable for a canopy top cover because they will not absorb heat easily and keep everything cool underneath.

Only a problem is the stains and dirt that could show up more on the surface of the light colored tarp canopy.

To hide the dirt and stains the best solution could be the dark Colored Canopy Tarps which can perfectly do the hiding job.

But during the time of hot days the dark colored top canopies would bring in most of the heat as they will absorb the heat.

Best Colors To Consider For Canopy Tarp

If you are going for light colored canopy tarps then go for white, yellow, orange, light green or light blue.

If you are going for dark colored canopy tarps then go for red, purple, dark green, dark blue, indigo, brown, or black.

Canopy Tarp Applications

• Outdoor canopy can be used to protect your property from any damage.

• They can be used as canopy tops to create comfortable shelters during events.

• As a beach shade to set up a sturdy shade that won’t fly away.

• As the BBQ shade, it protects from the sun exposure when cooking outside.

• In tailgate parties as a perfect shade to ensure you have the maximum fun.

• You can also keep a canopy on the back of the truck to protect yourself from sun or run.

• Canopy tarps are also common during camping trips and other outdoor activities.

Tarps Plus™ Have A Tarp Canopy For That

Tarps Plus™ offers outdoor canopy that serves a range of purposes from a neighborhood party to plants and lawn equipment.

Our heavy-duty tarp canopy covers are designed to withstand frequent use and long term applications.

These top canopies protect against heat and the ultraviolet rays and are also waterproof, water will not pomade the cover.