We compared two waterproof tarpaulins: the 4 x 5m Camo Heavy Duty Tarpaulin and the 3m x 4m Clear Leno Tarpaulin.
What we looked at
Size, material, eyelets, finish, and price per square metre. Two different sizes and colours, so price is not like for like.
The verdict
If you want the larger 20 square metre camo sheet at the best price per square metre, the 4 x 5m is the pick at £15.99, about 80p per m². If you would rather have a transparent, mesh-reinforced 100 GSM tarp for greenhouses or covers, the 3 x 4m clear leno is the alternative, at £10.79, about 90p per m².
A £15.99 4 x 5m camo waterproof, UV-resistant tarpaulin with eyelets every metre.
A £10.79 3 x 4m clear 100 GSM mesh-reinforced tarpaulin with reinforced corners.
4 x 5m Camo Tarpaulin Waterproof Heavy Duty Tarp Sheet, Groundsheet — Larger Sheet
Intended for: Marketed as a 4 x 5m camo waterproof, weatherproof and frost-resistant tarpaulin with UV protection and rust-resistant aluminium eyelets every metre. The listing covers tarpaulins in grammages from 50 to 260 GSM without stating which applies to this size, and notes the cut size can vary by plus or minus 10%. Carries 4.3 stars from 24K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Larger 4 x 5m sheet at a lower price per square metre, at £15.99 (about 80p per m²)
- Waterproof, UV-protected and frost-resistant per the listing
- Aluminium eyelets every metre
- Very large review history (24K ratings)
Worth knowing
- Weight in GSM is not stated for this size in the details we reviewed
- Cut size can vary by plus or minus 10%
- Only 8 left in stock when we checked
Best for
- Buyers who want a large camo sheet
- Anyone using it as a groundsheet or cover
- Those who want the lowest price per square metre
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want a transparent tarp
- Anyone who needs a stated GSM weight
3m x 4m Clear Leno Tarpaulin, Heavy-Duty Waterproof 100 GSM — Clear Pick
Intended for: Marketed as a 3 x 4m clear leno tarpaulin in 100 GSM with a tear-resistant mesh reinforcement, rubber-strengthened corners, welded hems and aluminium eyelets every 1 metre. Described as waterproof and UV stabilised for greenhouses, chicken runs, groundsheets and camping shelters. Carries 4.4 stars from 5.5K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper overall than the camo sheet on these listings, at £10.79
- Transparent, so it lets light through for greenhouses
- 100 GSM with mesh reinforcement and rubber-strengthened corners
- Eyelets every metre
Worth knowing
- Smaller 12 square metre sheet
- Clear finish gives no camouflage
Best for
- Buyers who want a transparent cover for a greenhouse or run
- Anyone who wants a stated 100 GSM weight
- Those who want the lower overall price
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want the largest sheet
- Anyone who wants a camo or opaque finish
