When should you use a custom mesh tarps instead of a solid vinyl tarp?

Choose mesh when airflow matters as much as coverage: hauling on a trailer at highway speed, shading a patio or pen without blocking every breeze, or containing debris and blown material where trapped moisture would be worse than the mess. Choose a solid PVC-coated tarp instead when the load has to stay genuinely dry — mesh is built to let light rain and wind pass straight through, which is the opposite of what a waterproof cover is for.

Do mesh tarps actually keep out rain?

No, and that's by design. Tarp Mesh Armor is an open weave meant to pass air and light precipitation rather than seal against it. For a load that has to stay dry, order Tarp Armor or Tarp Shield instead — both are 100% waterproof. Mesh is the right choice when shade, airflow, and debris containment matter more than a watertight seal.

What does a 60% shade factor mean on a mesh tarp?

It means roughly 60% of direct sunlight is blocked while the rest passes through the weave. That's enough to meaningfully cut heat and UV exposure under a canopy or patio structure without turning the space fully dark, and enough air still moves through that the covered area doesn't trap heat the way a solid cover would.

Why don't mesh tarps balloon or tear off trucks and trailers at highway speed?

Because the open weave lets wind pass through the fabric instead of pushing against a solid surface. A solid tarp at 60-plus mph acts like a sail — it catches the full force of the wind and works its grommets loose. Mesh sheds most of that pressure through the weave itself, which is why it's the standard choice for dump truck and trailer covers.

Can I get a mesh tarp with grommets for tie-downs?

Yes — rustproof brass grommets are standard, set at the four corners or spaced at approximately 24, 18, or 12 inches around the perimeter, plus welded D-rings where you need a stronger anchor point for ratchet straps. For anything traveling at highway speed, add 1.5" reinforced webbing around the perimeter as well.

Is mesh tarp fabric strong enough for daily trailer use?

Tarp Mesh Armor is a 9 oz, 300 gsm PVC-coated mesh at 25 mil thick, built for regular deployment rather than occasional use. The coating on each strand resists abrasion and UV, and the open weave means it isn't fighting full wind load the way a solid tarp is, which is part of why it holds up to daily cargo runs.

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From simple silhouettes to complex designs — any shape, any size, any style, we bring your perfect custom design to life. And if you’re looking for something truly unique, just give us a call at +1 720-882-0756. Our team will be happy to help you create almost any custom shape you can imagine!

Custom Mesh Tarps Built for Airflow, Shade, and Cargo

A solid tarp seals a load in; a mesh tarp lets air move through it. Tarp Mesh Armor is a 9 oz (300 gsm) PVC-coated mesh, 25 mil thick, woven open enough to pass wind and light rain while blocking 60% of the sun. That open weave is what keeps a mesh tarp from ballooning at highway speed or tearing itself apart in gusts — the wind goes through it instead of catching it like a sail. Mesh tarps with grommets and reinforced webbing (choose while customizing) are cut to your length and width or to a diameter to stay put. Ships across the USA.

When to Choose Mesh Instead of a Solid Tarp

Solid coated tarps and mesh solve opposite problems, and the wrong choice fails in a specific way: a solid tarp over a well-ventilated load traps heat and moisture; a mesh tarp over something that needs to stay bone dry lets rain straight through.

• Mesh is right for — wind resistance on a moving trailer, sun and heat control over an open structure, and debris containment where a sealed cover would trap moisture instead of keeping it out.

• Solid Tarp Armor or Tarp Shield is right for — anything that has to stay dry — equipment, lumber, hay, stored goods — where a genuinely waterproof barrier matters more than airflow.

If you're covering a load that both moves fast and can't get wet, that's two different tarps, not a compromise fabric.

What the Open Weave Actually Does

• Airflow — wind passes through the weave instead of pushing against a solid surface, which is why custom trailer mesh tarp stays flat and quiet on a trailer at highway speed, where a solid tarp flaps, balloons, and works its grommets loose.

• Shade — the 60% shade factor blocks most direct sun while letting some light and air through, which keeps a covered structure from turning into a greenhouse.

• Containment — the weave is fine enough to hold back loose cargo, debris, and blown material, while staying open enough that trapped moisture has somewhere to go.

Hauling on a Trailer? Anchor It for Speed

A mesh tarp on a moving trailer takes a different kind of load than one sitting still — sustained wind pressure at every mile, not just gusts. Grommets alone are rarely enough at highway speed.

Grommets and Hardware

Rustproof brass grommets at the four corners or spaced at approximately 24, 18, or 12 inches. Welded D-rings at 24 or 12 inches for ratchet straps. Optional 1.5" reinforced webbing sewn around the perimeter, which is the upgrade to make before the tarp ever sees highway speed.

Shapes and Products

Order rectangle and square tarps by length and width, and round tarps by diameter, cut as a true circle rather than a squared-off panel from the breathable tarps custom collection.

• Custom Mesh Tarps – Rectangle / Square — for dump trucks, trailers, canopies, and patio shade screens.

• Custom Mesh Tarps – Round — for circular structures, sandpits, and round patio and pool enclosures.