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Managing Areas with Ceiling Curtain Track
WHAT ARE THE USES FOR CEILING CURTAIN TRACK AND HARDWARE SYSTEMS? First let's think about where we can use Chicago Canvas and Supply's Ceiling Curtain Track and Hardware System. With this system, you can manage any environment by creating specific areas by means of...
Chicago TV Shows Pop in for Cut Yardage Orders
Columnist Michael Sneed recently made mention of 3 TV Series currently being filmed right here in Chicago: “Chicago Fire,” “Chicago P.D.,” and “Empire.” Each of the sets for these TV shows uses fabric from Chicago Canvas & Supply. We have provided these shows...
How to Evaluate Drop Cloth Quality
Finally giving up on old sheets and newspapers for protecting surfaces while painting? Whether you are a professional contractor or a weekend warrior, choosing the correct canvas drop cloth quality can make the difference between success and failure. Most canvas drop...
Simple Steps to Stretch Unprimed Canvas
Whether you are making a small painting or a large stage flat, stretching your canvas properly is key to a successful result. Ultimately once you master the technique, your stretched canvas will fit like the top of a drum. Step 1 To get started you need stretcher...
7 Tips on Lighting Scrim
Creating that bleed-through effect should only seem like magic to the audience. However, with so many critical factors, reveal and dissolve effects on the stage can sometimes leave lighting technicians wishing they could wave a magic wand and have it all work...
Canvas Tarps Review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGA2IhM8E-I
Water Resistant vs. Waterproof Tarps
What is the difference between water resistant and waterproof tarp material? This is a very common question that is worth exploring to ensure you are actually purchasing what you need. Water resistant tarps can withstand the entry of water into the fabric for a short...
Canvas Tarps Review
Canvas Tarps review by Kid Philly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGA2IhM8E-I
Don’t Come up Short with Cut Size Tarps
The Difference of Cut Size vs. Finish Size for Tarps What a frustrating feeling when you go to use your recently ordered tarp to cover your equipment, gym floor, or use for a tent...whatever the use, the tarp is just a few inches too short! But you measured, right?...
Welcome to Your Material Supplement
Welcome to our blog! Thanks for stopping in. In our quest to continuously provide useful resources for people looking for tarps and theater fabrics, we are using our 20+ years of industry experience to share information we have learned and publicly answer questions...