Tarp falling apart after only two months

[paulitzlee2]

I had a tarp on my RV for four years. It started getting brittle, ripped easily, and formed this annoying dust-like powder, shedding like dandruff all over.

I bought a new tarp in June of this year.

It's barely September, and the new tarp is doing the same thing. But it's barely three MONTHS old.

Is there a good tarp that can stand the Sacramento sun plus our occasional rain showers without falling apart after three months?

I believe the tarp is plastic. I threw away the package, but it's the typical tarp from ACE/Lowe's/Home Depot.

Thanks!

[LJAZ]

Just guessing, but is it the same color? I know some colors are more susceptible to UV damage from the sun.

Or maybe they just ain't making 'em like the used to.

[chily3]

The tarps from the big box stores are really pretty low end, Shop online for thicker and better tarps. Harbor freight has a pretty good selection. Last time a got one it was really heavy and lasted a pretty long time used for covering wood in the winter. And do not remember where I got it.

Most if not all are made in china and tells you what your are getting.