Description
A grey tarp for lighter tasks
Keep a lightweight grey tarpaulin ready for garden work, DIY covering and temporary groundsheets. This range offers eight cut sizes in the same 50gsm woven polyethylene, from a compact square to a 4m × 5m sheet.
Choose the size above to see its price and availability. Every option has hemmed edges and 12mm aluminium eyelets at 1m intervals, so you can plan suitable fixings after measuring the job.
One sheet in your selected size. Fixings sold separately.
Choose a shape as well as an area
A 2m × 4m sheet is longer but narrower than a 3m × 3m square. Their different proportions can matter more than the small difference in flat area. Check both dimensions against the space you need, rather than shopping by square metres alone.
For an item cover, measure over the top and down both sides, then repeat across the other direction. Add room for overlaps, anchors and the finished-size allowance: these are cut dimensions, and hemming can reduce the finished sheet by up to 5%.
The diagram shows the two measuring directions. It does not represent a particular size or its eyelet positions.
Compare the eight cut sizes
Compare length, width and nominal flat area below. Every size has 1m eyelet spacing; the listed areas are before hemming or draping.
View all 8 sizes and flat areas
| Cut size | Flat area | Eyelet spacing |
|---|---|---|
| 1m × 1m | 1m² | 1m |
| 1.5m × 2m | 3m² | 1m |
| 2m × 2m | 4m² | 1m |
| 2m × 3m | 6m² | 1m |
| 2m × 4m | 8m² | 1m |
| 3m × 3m | 9m² | 1m |
| 3m × 4m | 12m² | 1m |
| 4m × 5m | 20m² | 1m |
Choose the option in the selector above. Flat area is useful for comparing sheets, but does not account for side drops, overlap or the reduction from hemming.
Use light material with care
50gsm describes material weight per square metre, rather than thickness or a strength rating. This is a light sheet for lighter tasks; choose a heavier cover for demanding use or prolonged exposure.
Clear sharp contact points
Remove debris before laying the tarp down. Protect it from rough edges and avoid dragging heavy or sharp items across the thin material.
Spread the fixing tension
Check that your ties or elastic cords fit the eyelets and reach the anchors comfortably. Avoid pulling one fixing point tight or forcing the sheet to span a gap.
Inspect during use
Support a cover so rain can run off rather than pool. Check the sheet and attachments regularly, then clean and dry it before putting it away.
What arrives with your order?
One grey 50gsm polyethylene tarpaulin in the size selected above, with hemmed edges and 12mm aluminium eyelets. Eyelets are spaced at 1m intervals on every size. Ropes, bungees, pegs, supports, tools and other accessories are not included. Ordering multiple quantities supplies separate sheets.
Questions about the grey range
Are the listed sizes finished dimensions?
No. They are cut dimensions before hemming. Finished sheets may be up to 5% smaller, so leave room for that difference as well as side drops, overlap and fixings.
Are the eyelets spaced the same on every size?
Yes. All eight sizes in this grey 50gsm range have 12mm aluminium eyelets at 1m intervals along the hemmed edges. Fixings are sold separately.
Is this suitable for roofing?
No. This lightweight tarpaulin is not suitable for roofing or temporary roofing.
Does a larger size mean a heavier grade?
No. Every option on this page is the same 50gsm lightweight grade. Size changes the sheet dimensions, not the material weight per square metre. Choose a heavier grade if your task needs a more substantial covering.
Product information & technical details
| SKU | TARP-50G-GRAY1.5X2-001[#ML] |
|---|---|
| Product type | |
| Size | 1m x 1m, 1.5m x 2m, 2m x 2m, 2m x 3m, 2m x 4m, 3m x 3m, 3m x 4m, 4m x 5m |
| GSM | 50gsm |
| Colour | Grey |
| Material | Polyethylene (PE) |
| Available options | Sizes listed are available options, not the dimensions of every SKU. One sheet in your selected size is supplied. |
| Size range | 8 nominal cut sizes, from 1m × 1m to 4m × 5m |
|---|---|
| Eyelets | 12mm aluminium |
| Eyelet spacing | 1m intervals along the edges |
| Edge construction | Hemmed edges |
| Size basis | Cut size; finished dimensions may be up to 5% smaller after hemming |
| Supplied quantity | 1 tarpaulin |
All delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed. Orders placed before 1 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), will be dispatched the same day, while orders placed after 1 pm will be dispatched by the end of the next working day.
If an invalid postcode or address is provided, the order will be cancelled without further notice, as we are unable to modify addresses or print labels for invalid postcodes.
Our standard delivery option is Royal Mail Tracked 48, which typically takes 3–5 business days. If you need your order more quickly, Expedited delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 is available, offering a 1–2 business day service.
Large or bulky items may be sent via courier at our discretion and are usually dispatched for next-day delivery. Please note that we only ship to mainland UK addresses; delivery to non-mainland locations, including the Highlands & Islands, may not be available for large or heavy items. If your address falls into one of these areas and you wish to purchase such items, please contact us with your postcode and order details before placing your order. If we cannot ship to you, you are welcome to arrange your own courier for collection.
All products, unless otherwise stated, come with a standard manufacturer warranty against faulty workmanship.
If your product fails within six months of delivery, please contact us with your order reference number, a description of the issue, and clear images illustrating the fault.
Should your item require a return for further investigation, it is your responsibility to arrange and cover postage back to us.
If we are unable to repair the fault, we may offer either a replacement or a full refund.
In cases where the item is inspected and found not to be faulty, or where damage is determined not to be due to manufacturing defects, you will not be entitled to a refund or replacement. We will then either return the item to you via standard post or dispose of it at your request.
You may return any order within 14 days of delivery. As soon as you receive your items, please inspect them carefully, taking reasonable care to keep both the product and its packaging clean and undamaged. If you discover an error or defect after 14 days, we reserve the right to decline your return. If your product fails or breaks after this 14-day time window then your order may be eligible for a warranty claim, please see our warranty information for more details.
To initiate a return, please contact us via our contact form to obtain a return authorisation and the correct returns address (different from the address on your invoice). This can also be done through your 'recent orders' page on your account if you are registered with Shop. Returns sent without prior authorisation will be discarded.
Returned items must be in the same condition in which you received them: unworn or unused, with tags attached and in their original packaging. You must include either a copy of your invoice or a slip with your order reference number inside the parcel. Please be sure not to obscure your return reference number on the label.
If you refuse delivery or reject the parcel without prior notice, we will inspect the returned package and issue a refund upon receipt. Although there is no restocking fee, we will deduct the cost of the return postage label (£3.35) from your refund.
If the returned item or its packaging shows signs of use, damage, or staining, we may deduct up to 50% of the order value, or refuse the return entirely, depending on its condition. Examples include damaged tags, stained, modified or damaged packaging, or missing components.
For faulty, incorrect, or damaged items, please contact us before sending anything back so we can attempt to resolve the issue directly. If we agree that a return is necessary due to our error, we will provide you with a pre-paid return label.
Products that have been modified or damaged through customer action are not eligible for return. This includes, but is not limited to, items that have been cut, trimmed or otherwise altered (such as a tarpaulin or pond liner resized to your specifications), or any product showing damage beyond normal inspection handling.
All delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed. Orders placed before 1 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays), will be dispatched the same day, while orders placed after 1 pm will be dispatched by the end of the next working day.
If an invalid postcode or address is provided, the order will be cancelled without further notice, as we are unable to modify addresses or print labels for invalid postcodes.
Our standard delivery option is Royal Mail Tracked 48, which typically takes 3–5 business days. If you need your order more quickly, Expedited delivery via Royal Mail Tracked 24 is available, offering a 1–2 business day service.
Large or bulky items may be sent via courier at our discretion and are usually dispatched for next-day delivery. Please note that we only ship to mainland UK addresses; delivery to non-mainland locations, including the Highlands & Islands, may not be available for large or heavy items. If your address falls into one of these areas and you wish to purchase such items, please contact us with your postcode and order details before placing your order. If we cannot ship to you, you are welcome to arrange your own courier for collection.
All products, unless otherwise stated, come with a standard manufacturer warranty against faulty workmanship.
If your product fails within six months of delivery, please contact us with your order reference number, a description of the issue, and clear images illustrating the fault.
Should your item require a return for further investigation, it is your responsibility to arrange and cover postage back to us.
If we are unable to repair the fault, we may offer either a replacement or a full refund.
In cases where the item is inspected and found not to be faulty, or where damage is determined not to be due to manufacturing defects, you will not be entitled to a refund or replacement. We will then either return the item to you via standard post or dispose of it at your request.
You may return any order within 14 days of delivery. As soon as you receive your items, please inspect them carefully, taking reasonable care to keep both the product and its packaging clean and undamaged. If you discover an error or defect after 14 days, we reserve the right to decline your return. If your product fails or breaks after this 14-day time window then your order may be eligible for a warranty claim, please see our warranty information for more details.
To initiate a return, please contact us via our contact form to obtain a return authorisation and the correct returns address (different from the address on your invoice). This can also be done through your 'recent orders' page on your account if you are registered with Shop. Returns sent without prior authorisation will be discarded.
Returned items must be in the same condition in which you received them: unworn or unused, with tags attached and in their original packaging. You must include either a copy of your invoice or a slip with your order reference number inside the parcel. Please be sure not to obscure your return reference number on the label.
If you refuse delivery or reject the parcel without prior notice, we will inspect the returned package and issue a refund upon receipt. Although there is no restocking fee, we will deduct the cost of the return postage label (£3.35) from your refund.
If the returned item or its packaging shows signs of use, damage, or staining, we may deduct up to 50% of the order value, or refuse the return entirely, depending on its condition. Examples include damaged tags, stained, modified or damaged packaging, or missing components.
For faulty, incorrect, or damaged items, please contact us before sending anything back so we can attempt to resolve the issue directly. If we agree that a return is necessary due to our error, we will provide you with a pre-paid return label.
Products that have been modified or damaged through customer action are not eligible for return. This includes, but is not limited to, items that have been cut, trimmed or otherwise altered (such as a tarpaulin or pond liner resized to your specifications), or any product showing damage beyond normal inspection handling.