The name use varies from being Duck Canvas, Duck Cloth, Duck Cotton Canvas, Cotton Duck Canvas, Canvas, or simply Duck. Regardless of the name, it is an adabptable heavy duty, plain weave cotton fabric. Its crafting consists of 100 percent untreated cotton that is fully natural/neutral with no bleaching. This Canvas delivers the important benefits of both strength and breathability. We are aware what its many aliases are and we know the making of the material. Now more importantly, What are some of the best uses for Duck Canvas?
Uses of Duck Canvas
Because of the versatility of this Fabric there are numerous uses for this material including: Tents, Shoes, Backpacks, Totes, Handbags, Tool Bags, Utility Bags, Clothing, Aprons, Mural and Painting Artists Canvas, Boxing and MMA Ring Covers, Sandbags, Floor Covers, Drop Cloths, and Tarps.
When this fabric finds use as Duck Canvas Tarps, they are fitted with grommets that are double stitched in the hems of the four corners as well as around the entire perimeter. They typically have spacing 24-inches apart. These grommets or eyelets allow for strategic and secure tie-down capabilities.
As a Tarp, Duck is ideal for applications such as Dust Protection, Furniture Covers, Equipment Covers, Temporary Room Dividers, Boxing/MMA Ring Covers, Painting Drop Cloths, Arts and Crafts Splatter and Trimming Spreads, and as large Beach Blankets.
What is the meaning of the Duck in Duck Canvas?
As a side note, the “Duck” in Duck Canvas does not relate to the water birds. It originates from the Dutch word “doek.” This is a canvas type linen material for pants and outerwear that sailors once wore.
Duck into Tarps Now for your Canvas needs
At Tarps Now we have a wide assortment of Duck products including four grades (#12, #10, #8, and #4) of fabric, drop cloths/painters tarps, material by the roll or yard for your own projects, and tool/utility bags. Contact us today at (888) 800-1383 or sales@tarpsnow.com and a product team member will be happy to help with your Duck and Canvas needs.
