HOW TO SUBMIT A CORRECT DRAWING FOR CUSTOM-MADE PVC TARPAULINS AND MESH NETTING?
DRAWING FOR CUSTOM-MADE TARPAULINS?
Drawing for custom-made tarpaulins – Providing a correct drawing is essential when ordering custom-made PVC tarpaulins or mesh netting.
A clear drawing helps prevent errors and delays during production, ensuring that you receive the desired product on time.
In this article, you will learn how to create a clear and easy-to-read drawing for a custom-made product.
CHECK YOUR DRAWING BEFORE SENDING IT
Would you like to have a custom-made PVC tarpaulin or mesh netting produced? First, check that the following information is included in your drawing. ✓ Is all of this included in your drawing? ☐ Length and width.
☐ All other required dimensions.
☐ The unit of measurement used: mm, cm or m.
☐ Sloping sides and their exact dimensions.
☐ Curves and their radii.
☐ Any auxiliary axes or construction lines with dimensions.
☐ Positions of the eyelets.
☐ Desired spacing between the eyelets, for example centre-to-centre every 500 mm (or another specified distance).
☐ Position and length of the zipper.
☐ Radius of the zipper.
☐ Height differences, depths or profile heights if the product is not completely flat.
☐ Position and dimensions of a ventilation flap, other opening or reinforcements.
☐ Please clearly indicate any dimensions that require extra accuracy or are critical.
☐ Any other requirements or specific details.
WHY IS A GOOD DRAWING IMPORTANT FOR CUSTOM-MADE PRODUCTS?
When you order a custom-made PVC tarpaulin or custom-made mesh netting, our production team uses the drawing you provide as the basis for the product.
It is therefore very important that the drawing is accurate, clear, well-organised and easy to read.
Poorly readable drawings can lead to misunderstandings, incorrect interpretations and even errors in the final product. 
SOME COMMON PROBLEMS WHEN SUBMITTING DRAWINGS INCLUDE
- Differences in interpretation.
- Confusing or illegible notes or poor handwriting.
- Poor quality of hand-drawn lines.
- Lack of clear dimensions and units of measurement.
- Unnecessary details that are not relevant to the product being manufactured.
With a few simple guidelines, you can avoid these problems and ensure that your drawing can be used immediately. 
1. KEEP THE DRAWING SIMPLE AND CLEAR
Focus on the product you want to have manufactured, such as a PVC tarpaulin or mesh netting.
Avoid adding unnecessary elements such as support posts, roof edges or other components that are not relevant to the product.
A clear and minimal drawing helps our production team immediately understand what is required.
2. USE ACCURATE UNITS OF MEASUREMENT
When measuring your custom-made product, it is important to clearly indicate whether you are using millimetres (mm), centimetres (cm) or metres (m).
Make sure that the unit of measurement is consistent throughout the entire drawing and that all dimensions are correct and clearly readable.
3. MAKE THE DRAWING CLEAR AND PROFESSIONAL
A drawing for a custom-made product should be clear and well-presented, even if it is hand-drawn.
Use a ruler to draw straight lines and make sure that everything is clear and easy to read.
Avoid rough sketches and provide clear instructions.
Add short explanations to specific parts of the drawing, for example by using letters or numbers, and place the explanation outside the drawing, at the bottom of the page.
4. CLEARLY INDICATE SLOPING SIDES AND CURVES
Does your tarpaulin or mesh netting have a sloping side, curve or rounded shape?
Provide sufficient dimensions to determine the exact shape.
For a curve, please indicate the radius.
For a sloping side, you can use an auxiliary line or construction line and indicate the distance from a fixed reference point.
⚠️ Simply drawing a line is not sufficient.
We must be able to determine from the drawing where the shape starts, where it ends and how it progresses.
5. PROVIDE CLEAR AND CONCISE EXPLANATIONS
For parts that require additional explanation, keep the notes short and clear.
For example, use a number or letter in the drawing to identify a specific part and add an explanation at the bottom of the drawing.
This keeps the drawing clear and helps prevent misunderstandings.
6. INDICATE THE POSITION OF THE EYELETS
Clearly indicate on the drawing where the eyelets should be positioned.
Preferably specify:
the number of eyelets;
the distance between the eyelets;
whether the distance should be measured centre-to-centre;
any deviations in eyelet positions near corners or openings. Example: Eyelets centre-to-centre every 500 mm.
If a corner or another section requires a different eyelet spacing, clearly indicate this on the drawing.
7. MAKE THE DRAWING EASY TO MODIFY IF CHANGES ARE REQUIRED
Ideally, create the drawing in such a way that changes can be made easily.
This is particularly useful for digital drawings, but hand-drawn drawings can also be easier to modify if you leave sufficient space.
For digital drawings, consider using multiple layers or software that allows you to make changes easily.
BENEFITS OF A CLEAR DRAWING FOR CUSTOM-MADE PRODUCTS
- Faster processing: A clear drawing results in fewer questions and faster production.
- Fewer errors: Clear dimensions and explanations help prevent interpretation errors.
- Higher quality: A well-organised drawing helps ensure that the product is manufactured according to your specifications.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SUBMITTING A DRAWING
1. CAN I SUBMIT A DIGITAL DRAWING?
Yes, we recommend submitting a digital drawing whenever possible.
This makes it easier to make any necessary changes.
2. WHAT HAPPENS IF MY DRAWING IS NOT CLEAR?
If your drawing is unclear or illegible, this may cause delays in the production process.
We recommend carefully checking the guidelines above to help prevent this.
3. WHICH DIMENSION SHOULD I PROVIDE: THE CONSTRUCTION DIMENSION OR THE TARP DIMENSION?
Clearly indicate which dimension we should use when manufacturing the PVC tarpaulin or mesh netting.
A dimension of the underlying construction is not automatically the dimension of the product to be manufactured.
For example, specify: “Finished net dimension: 8,000 × 4,000 mm.”
4. DO I NEED TO INDICATE THE POSITION OF THE EYELETS ON THE DRAWING?
Yes. Clearly indicate where the eyelets should be positioned.
Preferably also specify the desired spacing between the eyelets, for example: “Eyelets centre-to-centre every 500 mm.”
If certain corners or sections require a different eyelet spacing, clearly indicate this on the drawing.
5. HOW DO I INDICATE A SLOPING SIDE ON MY DRAWING?
Clearly draw the sloping side and provide sufficient dimensions to determine its exact shape.
You can use an auxiliary line or construction line and indicate the distance from a fixed reference point.
Simply drawing a sloping line without dimensions is usually not sufficient.
6. HOW DO I INDICATE A CURVE OR RADIUS?
For a rounded or curved shape, indicate the radius.
Also clearly indicate where the curve starts and ends.
7. HOW DO I INDICATE A CURVED ZIPPER?
Indicate the position, length and shape of the zipper.
For a curved zipper, the radius of the curve must also be specified.
Preferably measure the position from a clear corner or another fixed reference point.
8. WHAT SHOULD I INDICATE FOR A VENTILATION FLAP, OPENING OR REINFORCEMENT?
Provide both the position and dimensions.
Preferably indicate the position from a clear reference point, such as a corner.
9. WHAT SHOULD I INDICATE IF THE PRODUCT IS NOT COMPLETELY FLAT?
Provide all relevant height differences, depths and profile heights.
Also indicate from which point the measurement is taken.
10. WHAT IF A PARTICULAR DIMENSION NEEDS TO BE VERY ACCURATE?
Clearly indicate this on the drawing, for example: “CRITICAL DIMENSION – MUST BE FOLLOWED ACCURATELY.”
This makes it clear which dimension or position requires extra attention.
11. CAN I PROVIDE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ONLY IN MY EMAIL?
No. Important information required for production must also be included on the drawing.
The drawing is the basis for our quotation and production.
What is not shown on the drawing will not be included in the quotation and will not be manufactured.
12. WHAT IF I AM NOT SURE WHETHER MY DRAWING IS COMPLETE?
Please email your drawing together with your request and ask us to check whether it contains all the necessary information.
We will let you know by email which information may still be missing to properly assess your request.
13. DO I NEED TO USE A SPECIFIC DRAWING PROGRAM?
No. You can use any drawing program that allows you to clearly show the required PVC tarpaulin or mesh netting.
Programs such as AutoCAD or simple tools such as Microsoft Visio can be used.
If you prefer to draw by hand, please use a ruler, a pen and clear handwriting. Make sure the drawing is neat, clear and well-organised. 
CONCLUSION
When ordering a custom-made PVC tarpaulin or custom-made mesh netting, a clear and accurate drawing is essential.
A clear, accurate and well-organised drawing helps prevent misunderstandings and ensures fast and efficient production.
Follow the guidelines above to ensure that your drawing can be used directly by our production team.
Do you have any questions about submitting a drawing or would you like more information? Please feel free to contact us.
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