Sigman 8' x 10' Clear Tarp, 30-MIL Clear Vinyl vs SHADEPLUS Clear Tarp 8'x20' 15MIL
Buy the Sigman if you need a clear panel that survives freezing winters and stays up for years. Buy the SHADEPLUS if you want cheap, light coverage over a large span for a season or two. The Sigman is $197.97 at MyTarp as of November 3, 2026, against $20.40 for the SHADEPLUS on October 31, 2026. That is roughly ten times the price for a smaller sheet, so the choice is durability versus area and cost.
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Sigman 8' x 10' Clear Tarp, 30-MIL Clear Vinyl
4.8Choose the Sigman if you are enclosing a patio or porch in a cold climate and want 30-mil vinyl that resists cold cracking, with grommets every 2 ft and reinforced hems.
- 30-mil vinyl resists cracking in freezing weather
- Very clear; does not block the view
- Web-reinforced hems and grommets every 2 ft hold in wind
- Rated 4.8 from 408 ratings
- Made in the USA
- $197.97 buys only 80 sq ft
- Ships folded, so creases and small cracks appear
- Heavy and awkward to install alone
What separates them
| Sigman 8' x 10' Clear Tarp, 30-MIL Clear Vinyl | SHADEPLUS Clear Tarp 8'x20' 15MIL | |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 30 mil clear vinyl | 14 mil polyethylene (listed as 14 mil, 15MIL in the name) |
| Size | 8' x 10' (80 sq ft) | 8' x 20' (160 sq ft) |
| Price | $197.97 at MyTarp as of November 3, 2026 | $20.40 as of October 31, 2026 |
| Cold performance | Thicker vinyl rated better for cold-crack resistance than 20-mil | No cold-crack claim; thin polyethylene stiffens in cold |
| Grommet spacing | About every 2 ft on all sides | Every 36 inches |
| Edge construction | White webbing reinforced hems | Rope-reinforced edges with plastic corners |
| Weight | Heavy; hard to hang alone | 4 lb, easy for one person to handle |
Price history
- Sigman 8' x 10' Clear Tarp, 30-MIL Clear Vinyl: lowest $86.97 on Oct 31 at MyTarp.com.
- SHADEPLUS Clear Tarp 8'x20' 15MIL: lowest $20.40 on Oct 31 at Walmart; $20.40 on Nov 1.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Sigman 8' x 10' Clear Tarp, 30-MIL Clear Vinyl | SHADEPLUS Clear Tarp 8'x20' 15MIL |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 30 mil | 14 mil |
| Waterproof | Yes | — |
| UV Resistant | Yes | — |
| Grommet Spacing | Approx. every 2 ft on all sides | — |
| Hem Type | Web-reinforced hem | — |
| Material | — | Polyethylene |
| Tarp type | — | Heavy-Duty Trap |
| Features | — | Waterproof, Tear-Resistant, Reinforced |
| Brand | — | Day Star Shades |
| Color | — | Clear |
| Rec. use |
What reviewers say
Sigman 8' x 10' Clear Tarp, 30-MIL Clear Vinyl
Owners rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 408 ratings and mostly praise its thickness, clarity and cold-weather durability. The main complaints are creases and tiny cracks from folded shipping, odor, and the weight when installing solo.
- Thick, sturdy and durable
- Very clear, doesn't block the view
- Holds up in extreme cold without cracking
- Easy to hang and clean
- Folded shipping causes creases and tiny cracks
- Some odor out of the box
- Heavy and cumbersome to set up alone
- Wanted more grommet holes
SHADEPLUS Clear Tarp 8'x20' 15MIL
Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 70 ratings, which suggests most buyers are satisfied. There is no written detail on what owners praise or complain about.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a cold winter climate?
- The Sigman. Its 30-mil vinyl is rated for better cold-crack resistance than thinner vinyl, while the SHADEPLUS is 14-mil polyethylene with no cold-weather claim.
- Is the Sigman worth about ten times the price?
- Only if you need the panel to last several winters. At $197.97 for 8'x10' versus $20.40 for 8'x20', the SHADEPLUS costs far less per square foot but will likely need replacing sooner.
- Which covers more area?
- The SHADEPLUS. It is 8'x20', 160 sq ft, double the Sigman's 80 sq ft.
- Which is easier to install alone?
- The SHADEPLUS at 4 lb. The Sigman is heavy and buyers say it is cumbersome to hang solo, though its grommets every 2 ft give more tie-down points.
- Does either come with a warranty?
- Neither listing states a written warranty. The Sigman is made in the USA; the SHADEPLUS is made by Day Star Shades.
- Will the Sigman arrive without creases?
- It ships folded, and buyers report creases and tiny cracks from the folds. Unfold it in warm weather and let it relax before hanging.
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