The coarse tarpaulin is also known as the cover cloth. The fabric is fast and durable. It has good waterproof performance. It is used for covering automobile transportation and open-air warehouse and putting tent in the field.

Fine tarpaulin warp and weft yarn is used for making, labour protective clothing and its articles. After dyeing, it can also be used as shoes, travel bags, backpacks and other fabrics. In addition, there are rubber tarpaulins, shielding tarpaulins for fire protection and radiation protection, and tarpaulins used for paper machines.