The LowCat™ Perforated Poly Covering is a 1.5-mil clear poly with ventilation holes along both sides.
The perforations provide passive ventilation, which is important because early-morning sun can heat a covered low tunnel quickly.
- 1.5 mil
- Medium-weight poly for multi-season use
- Ventilation holes along both sides
Choose the width that matches your LowCat configuration using the comparison table below. Coverings can be cut to length.
LowCat tunnels are sold separately.
LowCat Perforated Poly
LowCat Perforated Poly
Perfect combination of heating and ventilating
Longest in the Industry
Two Years
We guarantee our poly covers against premature breakdown for 2 years or we replace it.
Uniquely Designed
For Spring and Fall Growinng
Perforated Poly is great for getting an early start on the season. The poly is lightweight but retains heat from the day. The venting gives you a little bit of extra time before neccesary venting when the sun is high.
It is a mini greenhouse!
Unlimited choices
Works with all Coverings
- Clear poly
- Perforated Poly
- Insect netting
- Shade Cloth
- Row cover
Coverings can also be combined and layered.
LowCat Coverings
Professional Quality
All LowCat coverings are the best quality available, and they are engineered for commercial farm operations.
Guaranteed against premature UV breakdown.
Compare LowCat Coverings
Details about all the coverings we offer
| Covering | Cover Weight / Life Span | Light Transmission | Main Purpose | Advantages Over Other Products in the Market | Other Considerations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frost Protection FP-20 | Light duty | 82% | 20-weight row cover (20 grams per meter). Great indoor covering. Helps prevent frost damage on crops down to 27.5°F. | Lasts 65% longer in UV sunlight. Fewer rips with the same frost protection. Custom-sized for LowCats. | Light-duty covering is more susceptible to wind damage and rips. Keep the covering tight and sealed to the ground, and avoid overstretching. |
| Frost Protection FP-30 | Medium-light duty | 70% | 30-weight row cover (30 grams per meter). Helps prevent frost damage on crops down to 26°F. | Lasts 65% longer in UV sunlight. Fewer rips with the same frost protection. Custom-sized for LowCats. | Medium-light-duty covering is more susceptible to wind damage and rips, but can last multiple seasons if handled and stored carefully. Keep the covering tight and sealed to the ground, and avoid overstretching. |
| Frost Protection FP-40 | Medium duty | 60% | 40-weight row cover (40 grams per meter). Helps prevent frost damage on crops down to 24°F. Heavy-duty construction can last longer without tearing and can be secured on rings. | Lasts 65% longer in UV sunlight. Fewer rips with the same frost protection. Custom-sized for LowCats. | Medium-duty coverings have lower light transmission and should be removed during winter days for better soil warming. |
| Frost Protection FP-60 | Heavy duty | 40% | 60-weight row cover (60 grams per meter). Helps prevent frost damage on crops down to 22°F. Super-heavy-duty construction can last many seasons without tearing and can be secured on rings. Great for indoor overwintering crops. | Lasts 65% longer in UV sunlight. Heavier-duty construction means fewer rips with the same frost protection. Custom-sized for LowCats. | Heavy-duty coverings have lower light transmission and should be removed during winter days for better soil warming. |
| LowCat™ Insect Netting | Heavy duty | 90% | Blocks insects including flea beetles, whiteflies, and thrips. | Multiple-season use. Will not stretch and deform. Professional quality and tear-resistant. Custom-designed for LowCats. | Use LowCat rings on uprights to ensure a good seal with the ground. Netting can also be used on hoop-house sides to help prevent weed seeds from blowing in while allowing beneficial insects to leave. |
| LowCat™ Perforated Poly Covering — 1.5 mil | Medium duty | 94% | Increase growth and plant health during shoulder seasons. Great light transmission. Multi-season use. | Better than normal poly because the venting helps resist overheating. Custom-designed for LowCats. | Medium-duty covering can last multiple seasons if handled and stored carefully. |
| LowCat™ Heavy Duty Poly Covering — 4 mil | Heavy duty | 92% | Overwinter crops outdoors. Maximum protection against wind and snow. | Lighter than traditional greenhouse poly while still heavy duty. Custom-sized for LowCats. | Heavy-duty poly must be vented when used during warm or sunny periods. |
| LowCat™ Shade Cloth — 35% | Medium duty | 65% | Reduce temperature for cool-season crops such as spinach and lettuce. Helps reduce bolting and heat stress. 35% shade is well suited to cooler climates. | Professional, non-stretch product that is lightweight. Custom-sized for LowCats. | Consider lifting the sides on cloudy days to allow more sunlight. |
| LowCat™ Shade Cloth — 55% | Heavy duty | 45% | Reduce temperature for cool-season crops such as spinach and lettuce. Helps reduce bolting and heat stress. 55% shade is well suited to warmer climates. | Professional, non-stretch product that is lightweight. Custom-sized for LowCats. | Consider lifting the sides on cloudy days to allow more sunlight. |
Frost Protection FP-20
Weight / lifespan
Light duty
Light transmission
82%
Main purpose
20-weight row cover (20 grams per meter). Great indoor covering. Helps prevent frost damage on crops down to 27.5°F.
Advantages
Lasts 65% longer in UV sunlight. Fewer rips with the same frost protection. Custom-sized for LowCats.
Other considerations
Light-duty covering is more susceptible to wind damage and rips. Keep the covering tight and sealed to the ground, and avoid overstretching.
Product
Frost Protection FP-30
Weight / lifespan
Medium-light duty
Light transmission
70%
Main purpose
30-weight row cover (30 grams per meter). Helps prevent frost damage on crops down to 26°F.
Advantages
Lasts 65% longer in UV sunlight. Fewer rips with the same frost protection. Custom-sized for LowCats.
Other considerations
Medium-light-duty covering is more susceptible to wind damage and rips, but can last multiple seasons if handled and stored carefully. Keep the covering tight and sealed to the ground, and avoid overstretching.
Product
Frost Protection FP-40
Weight / lifespan
Medium duty
Light transmission
60%
Main purpose
40-weight row cover (40 grams per meter). Helps prevent frost damage on crops down to 24°F. Heavy-duty construction can last longer without tearing and can be secured on rings.
Advantages
Lasts 65% longer in UV sunlight. Fewer rips with the same frost protection. Custom-sized for LowCats.
Other considerations
Medium-duty coverings have lower light transmission and should be removed during winter days for better soil warming.
Product
Frost Protection FP-60
Weight / lifespan
Heavy duty
Light transmission
40%
Main purpose
60-weight row cover (60 grams per meter). Helps prevent frost damage on crops down to 22°F. Super-heavy-duty construction can last many seasons without tearing and can be secured on rings. Great for indoor overwintering crops.
Advantages
Lasts 65% longer in UV sunlight. Heavier-duty construction means fewer rips with the same frost protection. Custom-sized for LowCats.
Other considerations
Heavy-duty coverings have lower light transmission and should be removed during winter days for better soil warming.
Product
LowCat™ Insect Netting
Weight / lifespan
Heavy duty
Light transmission
90%
Main purpose
Blocks insects including flea beetles, whiteflies, and thrips.
Advantages
Multiple-season use. Will not stretch and deform. Professional quality and tear-resistant. Custom-designed for LowCats.
Other considerations
Use LowCat rings on uprights to ensure a good seal with the ground. Netting can also be used on hoop-house sides to help prevent weed seeds from blowing in while allowing beneficial insects to leave.
Product
LowCat™ Perforated Poly Covering — 1.5 mil
Weight / lifespan
Medium duty
Light transmission
94%
Main purpose
Increase growth and plant health during shoulder seasons. Great light transmission. Multi-season use.
Advantages
Better than normal poly because the venting helps resist overheating. Custom-designed for LowCats.
Other considerations
Medium-duty covering can last multiple seasons if handled and stored carefully.
Product
LowCat™ Heavy Duty Poly Covering — 4 mil
Weight / lifespan
Heavy duty
Light transmission
92%
Main purpose
Overwinter crops outdoors. Maximum protection against wind and snow.
Advantages
Lighter than traditional greenhouse poly while still heavy duty. Custom-sized for LowCats.
Other considerations
Heavy-duty poly must be vented when used during warm or sunny periods.
Product
LowCat™ Shade Cloth — 35%
Weight / lifespan
Medium duty
Light transmission
65%
Main purpose
Reduce temperature for cool-season crops such as spinach and lettuce. Helps reduce bolting and heat stress. 35% shade is well suited to cooler climates.
Advantages
Professional, non-stretch product that is lightweight. Custom-sized for LowCats.
Other considerations
Consider lifting the sides on cloudy days to allow more sunlight.
Product
LowCat™ Shade Cloth — 55%
Weight / lifespan
Heavy duty
Light transmission
45%
Main purpose
Reduce temperature for cool-season crops such as spinach and lettuce. Helps reduce bolting and heat stress. 55% shade is well suited to warmer climates.
Advantages
Professional, non-stretch product that is lightweight. Custom-sized for LowCats.
Other considerations
Consider lifting the sides on cloudy days to allow more sunlight.
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