Topdog Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 My Ferret stays out in all weathers on the front lawn (understanding wife) and it is covered in an old lorry tarp. This is getting a bit tatty now and letting too much water. Does anyone know of a good source for a replacement. Not that keen on plastic as it does not last and makes too much noise when its windy. Cheers Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grasshopper Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Can I suggest an old canvas with a plastic sheet over it. The canvas can be old and tatty, but if its heavy enough, will stop a new plastic tarp from shredding itself on the sharp and pointy bits on your ferret. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topdog Posted April 13, 2008 Author Share Posted April 13, 2008 Thanks Grasshopper, I was wondering how much a canvas one would be (checks wallet). Where would I get a large sheet of plastic? Builders merchants.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grasshopper Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Some of ours have come from boot fairs. Very cheap. We use ex-army decontamination tents (slit accordingly), and then cover those with cheap plastic tarps. This keeps some of the U.V damage down, and the top sheets are easily replaced. Decontamination tents are difficult to find and quite expensive. Make damn good vehicle covers though. Very tough material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Papav66 Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 How about looking out for a caravan cover, waterproof but breathable, saw one at local re-cylcing tip for a fiver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowtracdave Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Two suggestions - there is a supplier who sells on ebay - Carter & Sons - they can supply all sizes of genuine canvas tarpaulins and are very helpful if you e mail or phone . I've also bought a couple of heavy duty polytarps from a supplier down in Pompey - Northern Tool : they aren't cheap but they do a pretty comprehensive range of sizes and typres of sheet . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topdog Posted April 13, 2008 Author Share Posted April 13, 2008 Thanks guys, google it is then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 the side of an old 12x12 does the job. Someone around here must have one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 another possible solution would be to buy a complete MJ Bedford canvas set (one as new condition on milweb £200.00) and hoops to erect over it, the hoops would possibly have to be extended to get more height which would leave an air gap around the bottom, not a bad thing re condensation. You may even be able to drive out and leave it behind and also be able to lift any part for access without uncovering the whole thing. I fitted one to my Explorer to protect the timber work etc and it has lasted at least 5 years, getting a bit tatty on top now though, looks non standard but then so does moss! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 I managed to pick up a couple of helicopter covers, brilliant bits of kit £10 each. soft and breathable, with a side of 12 x 12 over the top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enigma Posted April 19, 2008 Share Posted April 19, 2008 Use the tarp from a truck's trailer. Keep it off the ground so the wind can circulate and avoid condensation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.O.S. Posted April 19, 2008 Share Posted April 19, 2008 Decontamination tents are difficult to find and quite expensive. Make damn good vehicle covers though. Very tough material. Each to his own - I prefer mobile laundry tents myself :whistle: Problem is, tarp sections are quite small. Wouldn't be surprised if it is same material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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