Is plastic drop cloth better than canvas drop cloth?

Is plastic drop cloth better than canvas drop cloth depends on application, as each has strengths and best uses, but for floor protection canvas is generally better while plastic is better for covering furniture. Plastic drop cloths pros: very cheap, often few dollars for large 10x20 feet, lightweight, fully waterproof so no bleed-through, good for covering furniture, cabinets, and plants, disposable, and easy to store. Cons: plastic is slippery on floors, creating fall hazard, paint stays wet on plastic surface rather than absorbing, so it can be tracked around on shoes, it blows around easily, tears easily, and is not reusable long term and is environmentally less friendly. Canvas drop cloths pros: absorbent so drips soak in and do not track, heavy so stays in place and does not blow, non-slip safer on floors, reusable and washable durable for years, better for professional use. Cons: more expensive, heavier, can allow bleed-through if thin and untreated unless rubber-backed. So plastic drop cloth is better than canvas for covering furniture, light dust protection, and budget one-time use. Canvas drop cloth is better than plastic for floor protection, safety, durability, and professional painting. Most pros use canvas for floors and plastic for furniture, combining both.