Why We Don’t Sell 50gsm PE Tarpaulins – and Why You Should Avoid Them

When you search online for cheap tarpaulins, it’s tempting to go for the lowest price. But with
50gsm PE tarpaulins, what looks like a bargain often turns into disappointment. At Tarpaflex Ltd,
we’ve seen firsthand how quickly these ultra-light tarps fail. That’s why we simply don’t sell them —
because we believe our customers deserve quality, durability, and real value for money.
A 50gsm polyethylene tarp is extremely thin — so thin you can push your finger straight through it.
It might cover something briefly, but it offers little actual protection. Wind, rain, or even gentle
handling can tear it apart in seconds. You’ll spend more time replacing it than using it. In other
words, a 50gsm tarp isn’t really a waterproof tarpaulin at all — it’s a short-term plastic sheet that
can’t withstand the British weather or the demands of everyday use.
Cheap 50gsm tarpaulins don’t just fail fast — they’re also environmentally wasteful. Because they
rip and degrade so easily, they often end up in landfill after a single use. That’s bad for your wallet
and even worse for the planet. At Tarpaflex, we take a different view. We’d rather supply a durable
tarpaulin that lasts for months or years, reducing waste and giving you genuine value. Choosing a
stronger tarp isn’t just better for your job — it’s better for the environment too.
Our lightest economy PE tarpaulins start at 70gsm, because that’s the minimum thickness we
consider fit for purpose. Even our entry-level covers provide reliable waterproofing, UV protection,
and tear resistance — perfect for DIY, garden, or light trade use. For tougher tasks, we offer a
complete range of medium-weight and heavy-duty tarpaulins, industrial waterproof sheeting, and
canvas tarps. Every Tarpaflex product is tested for quality, ensuring you get a tarp that performs
properly, not a flimsy sheet that fails when you need it most.
Buying the cheapest tarp might seem like saving money — until it tears, leaks, or flies away. At
Tarpaflex, we help customers make smarter choices. A 70gsm or heavier-duty tarpaulin will protect
your materials, save you time, and last far longer. So before you buy a 50gsm sheet that won’t
survive the first weekend, visit Tarpaflex Ltd (https://www.tarpaflex.co.uk) and explore our range of
durable waterproof tarpaulins, built to perform in real-world conditions.
Tarpaflex Ltd — Supplying quality tarpaulins and waterproof covers across the UK since 1992.