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Choosing Outdoor Canvas for Australian Projects

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  When looking for outdoor canvas fabric Australia buyers need to consider the fabric’s construction alongside the intended use. Paskal’s Razorback 8 Poly/Cotton Canvas is a light to medium weight option made from 65% polyester and 35% cotton 2-ply ring-spun yarn.   The fabric weighs 380 GSM and comes in a 200 cm width. Paskal lists it for outdoor applications such as tent roofs and walls, annex walls, small tarpaulins, swags, lightweight shade structures and boat trailer covers.   Its listed features includes:   Breathable construction   Rain resistance   UV resistance   Mould resistance   Impregnation   Lay-flat handling   The fabric is engineered in Australia and available in several colours, including Black, Navy, Sand and Dark Olive. For outdoor fabrication work, reviewing the specification alongside the finished product requirements gives buyers a clearer starting point.

Where Ripstop Canvas Fits into Outdoor Fabrication

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Choosing a fabric for an outdoor project often comes down to how it needs to perform once it is made into the finished product. Ripstop canvas brings specific construction into the picture. Paskal’s Razorback 8 uses 2-ply blended polyester and cotton ring-spun yarns in both directions, with a special ripstop weave designed for improved strength.   The 380 GSM fabric has a 200 cm width and is listed for several end uses, including:   Tent roofs and Walls   Annex walls   Small tarpaulins   Swags   Lightweight shade structures   Boat trailer covers   It is also listed as breathable, rain-resistant, UV-resistant, mould-resistant, and tear-resistant. Three colours are available that are Dark Grey, Dark Olive and Sand.   For projects where fabric weight, construction and intended use need to line up, Razorback 8 Ripstop is worth reviewing.