Solarig 182 Woven Plastic Greenhouse Cover/Film — 11 Mil, 6-Year

Solarig 182 is an 11 mil coated woven polyethylene greenhouse film built for growers who are tired of replacing single-season plastic. Where standard blown poly film tears at the first hailstorm or wind event, Solarig’s woven scrim carries a 96 lb/in breaking strength and a 38 lb tear strength — it resists puncture propagation, so a small hole stays a small hole instead of running the length of the house.

Formerly sold as Solarig 172, the 182 generation adds UV stabilization and an anti-drip (AF) additive to a diffused-light formulation that spreads photosynthetically active radiation deeper into the canopy. Backed by a 6-year limited manufacturer’s warranty (pro-rated, North America) and stocked in 72 ready-to-ship sizes from 8' to 48' wide.

Why growers specify Solarig 182

• Hail and tear resistant. The woven scrim distributes impact load instead of concentrating it. Standard 6 mil poly fails at the point of impact; woven film contains it.
• 88% light transmission with 60% diffusion. Diffused light reaches lower leaves and reduces hot spots and leaf burn, which typically means more uniform growth across the bench.
• Two usable faces. Install matte side in for maximum diffusion (60% ±6%), or shiny side in for higher direct transmission (35% ±6% diffusion). One roll, two light strategies.
• UV blocking reduces disease and insect pressure. Filtering UV suppresses sporulation in fungal pathogens such as Botrytis, and disorients UV-navigating insects including aphids, thrips and whitefly.
• Anti-drip (AF) additive. Condensation sheets to the sidewall instead of dripping onto the crop, cutting foliar disease pressure and water spotting.
• Multi-season service life. At a fraction of the replacement labor of an annual film, the installed cost per season is where Solarig separates from commodity poly.

Technical specifications

Solarig 182 vs. standard greenhouse poly

Warranty — read this before you install

Solarig 182 carries the P.I.C Plast non-transferable limited warranty issued for Solaroof 172, the film now sold as Solarig 182. The headline number is 6 years, but the terms matter and most denied claims come from installation, not material defect.

Keep a sample or you cannot claim. After the sheets are up, cut a 0.5 m × 0.5 m piece from the remnants, record the code number printed on the back of the sheet, and store it somewhere cool for the life of the cover. A claim requires that original sample plus a 0.3 m × 0.3 m piece cut near (not from) the damaged area. Almost nobody does this, and it is the single most common reason a valid claim fails.

Applications

• Hoop houses, high tunnels and caterpillar tunnels
• Gutter-connected and freestanding commercial greenhouses
• Single-layer glazing, or the inner layer of a double-poly inflated system
• Nursery and propagation houses
• Season extension for vegetable and cut-flower production
• Licensed controlled-environment horticulture where light diffusion and UV management matter
• Livestock shade structures and equipment covers

How to size your cover

Measure the full arc of the hoop from ground anchor to ground anchor — not the width of the structure at the base — then add 4–6 feet total for burial trench, wiggle wire channel or batten attachment on both sides. Add the same allowance to the length for end-wall wrap and tensioning.

Example: a 30' x 96' tunnel with a 26' arc typically takes a 32' x 100' cover. When you land between two stock sizes, order up — excess film gets buried or trimmed; a short cover is scrap.

Installation notes

These reflect the manufacturer’s published requirements. Following them is a condition of warranty coverage.

• Never let the film touch the structure directly. Cover outer metal frame corners with protective foam strip, and paint any part of the structure that contacts the sheet white.
• Never let the film touch PVC. The chemical reaction damages the sheet. Keep it clear of treated lumber and pesticide residue for the same reason.
• Stretch it tight. Flapping in wind destroys woven film faster than anything else. Use Solarig strips between bows. Drop a coin on the finished cover — if it bounces back, tension is adequate.
• Check the frame for sharp corners before the film goes on.
• Store rolls in a dry, shaded area until installation.
• Install on a warm, calm day. Film pulls tight in cool weather and slackens in heat if installed over-tensioned.
• Attach with rope, poly batten tape or wiggle wire and lock channel. Avoid stapling directly through the film.
• Orient the matte face inward for maximum diffusion, or the shiny face inward for higher direct transmission.
• Clean periodically with water and a soft brush that will not abrade the fabric.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Solarig 182 last?
The limited warranty runs 6 years, or 3 years in a chemical environment. Coverage is pro-rated and based on tensile strength, not appearance. Real service life depends on installation quality, chemical exposure and UV load in your region.

Does the warranty mean I get a free replacement?
No. It is pro-rated. The credit is your months of use divided by 72, applied against the manufacturer’s price list on the exchange date, so a failure in year five is worth considerably less than a failure in year one.

Can I use it as the inner layer of a double-poly inflated house?
Yes. It performs well as either single-layer glazing or the inner layer of an inflated two-layer system.

Which side faces the crop?
Either. The matte face delivers 60% ±6% diffusion for even canopy light; the shiny face delivers 35% ±6% for higher direct transmission. Choose based on crop and latitude.

Does the UV block hurt my plants?
No. Photosynthesis runs on visible light (400–700 nm), which passes at 88%. Blocking UV suppresses fungal sporulation and disrupts insect navigation without reducing photosynthetically active radiation.

Will it stop hail?
No film is hail-proof, but the woven construction resists puncture and stops tears from propagating far better than blown poly of comparable cost.

Do you cut custom sizes?
Yes. Contact us at sales@tarpsamerica.com or (337) 282-5115 for custom dimensions, roll stock, or multi-house project pricing.

Bulk, commercial and project pricing

Tarps America is a manufacturer and stocking distributor based in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. For multi-house projects, dealer accounts, or quantities beyond what is listed here, contact sales@tarpsamerica.com or call (337) 282-5115 for a quote.