100% Waterproof
ARK Camping Tarps are born waterproof. The raw materials used in their production are waterproof, ensuring that each layer of our tarps provides complete waterproof protection. Unlike other tarps, which often have only a thin, water-resistant coating applied after manufacturing, our tarps offer full waterproofing throughout.
XF Film - Swiss Patented Film
ARK Camping Tarps are made from XF Film. This specialized Swiss-patented film ensures exceptional strength, durability, and reliability. Our unique manufacturing process sets our tarps apart from anything else in the industry. You can learn more about the XF Film and our production process here.
UV Resistant - 3 Year Guarantee
ARK Camping Tarps offer excellent UV resistance and come with a 3-year UV guarantee. Designed for extended outdoor use, they will not peel, crack, or disintegrate under harsh sunlight, making them ideal for Australia's extreme weather conditions.
Ultrasonic Welded Eyelets
The eyelets on the Camping Tarps are ultrasonically welded onto a sleeve of thick plastic, integrating them into the tarp material for added strength.
Strong & Reliable
During our manufacturing process, the layers of raw material are laminated in opposing directions, creating greater cross-directional strength. Unlike normal poly tarps that are typically woven in a single direction, ARK Camping Tarps offer superior strength and better field performance.
Backed By Australian Lab Tests
All our tarps have been tested to meet various Australian standards. When we say our tarps are tried and tested, we mean it. We control the entire production process from start to finish, ensuring all quality and compliance checks are met before the product reaches your hands.
CAMPING TARP RANGE
Tarp Properties | MEDIUM DUTY | HEAVY DUTY | EXTRA HEAVY DUTY |
Thickness | 70 GSM / 75 Microns | 120 GSM / 130 Microns | 150 GSM / 160 Microns |
Colour | Blue or green | Silver Grey | White / Camouflage |
100% Waterproof | |||
UV Resistant | |||
Tear Resistant | |||
Ultrasonically Welded Eyelets | |||
Lightweight | |||
Aluminium Plated Eyelets | |||
Use as a ground sheet? | |||
Use as a cover? | |||
Use as a suspended shelter? |
THE ARK DIFFERENCE
ARK TARP - XF FILM | OTHER WOVEN TARPS | |
UV resistance | UV inhibitors are incorporated in the raw material blend - 3 Year UV Guarentee | UV inhibitors are added as a thin coating |
Waterproofness | Raw material is inherently waterproof throughout | Water resistance layer is added as a thin coating |
Longevity | Long life as tarp is 100% waterproof and UV resistant through the entire thickness of the product | Thin coatings crack and peel off causing early failure |
Strength | Layers are laminated in opposing directions creating greater cross directional strength | Layers are woven in one direction which is inherently weaker |
Eyelets | Ultrasonically welded on a sleeve of thick plastic, making them part of the tarp material | Rivetted on the tarp making them more vulnerable as they punch through the tarp material causing potential tear points. |
Camping Tarp Applications
ARK Camping Tarp is suitable for:
- Sustained outdoor use
- Ground Sheets
- Extra Underlayer For Tents
- Tent Covers
- Suspended Shelter Over Tent
- Makeshift Shelters
- Covering Equipment or Gear
Tips & Tricks
When using the tarp as a suspended cover we highly recommend that you do the following:
- Ensure that all the eyelets are secured to distribute the load on the tarp evenly
- Rope is applied across the top of the tarp to prevent the tarp from becoming a parachute against the wind. In doing so tie a rope to every eyelet, passing it over the tarpaulin to the opposite eyelet tying the rope slightly shorter than the tarpaulin at that eyelet
- Allow for water to run off from the tarp and not pool in the middle. The water will not cause any leaks, but the pooling will add extra weight and strain to the eyelets. Once the tarp has been set up, you can pour some water over it to ensure that there is enough slope provided for the water to run off
Note – We recommend our stronger grade tarps with stronger eyelets where the tarp is to be used as a suspended roof shelter or where strong pressure will be applied to the corners and side eyelets. The tarpaulin should be roped over to avoid the “parachute effect”. The performance of each tarp varies in accordance with the use and type of install.
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Appears to be a good tarp
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great service always & so far the tarps are how true to form -plus I feel confident that if any issue arose or Ark up you guys would sort to satisfaction.. . . so much so that even Mick Jagger would crack a woody!!! True story
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Great product and quick delivery
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great tarp, prompt delivery 👍
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Best tarp I’ve owned to date. I’m sure it will hold up in the tough conditions. Thanks guys.
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White extra heavy duty tarp, looks & feels very strong. Looking forward to using them, eyelets every :50cm, 3 year guarantee,Top quality!
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