Duct tape is a versatile tool, but not all types are made alike.
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How to Choose the Right Duct Tape for the Job
How to Choose the Right Duct Tape for the Job
When it comes to selecting a duct tape, it’s important to understand how they are tested and measured.
What’s the difference between duct tape and Duck Tape®?
What’s the difference between duct tape and Duck Tape®?
Duct tape and Duck Tape® are often used interchangeably, but they aren’t quite the same thing.
How do I remove stucco tape?
How do I remove stucco tape?
Stucco tape can be removed in much the same way as a painter’s tape after painting a room. To remove tape that was used to mask off a window, start by gently pulling up a corner of the tape and gradually pulling the tape – and your poly sheeting if you used it – so...
What problems do low/no VOC paints cause for painter’s tape?
What problems do low/no VOC paints cause for painter’s tape?
Many new paints are being designed with lower or zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs) compared to traditional paints due to a growing demand for non-toxic paint products. While this may be a good thing, DIY painters and contractors have encountered a challenge...
How are abatement tapes used in crime scenes?
How are abatement tapes used in crime scenes?
Would we really know it’s a crime scene without the bright yellow barricade tape lining the perimeter? While it is iconic of crime dramas and action movies, police tape printed with “Caution” or “Do Not Cross” is actually the same material that is often used by...
How are abatement tapes used for asbestos removal?
How are abatement tapes used for asbestos removal?
While the use of asbestos as a building material in homes and buildings has been banned for several decades, many structures that contain the fibrous mineral have remained. Although not harmful unless the fibers become airborne, asbestos has been known to cause a...
Can I apply painter’s tape to windows?
Can I apply painter’s tape to windows?
Yes, given its light adhesion, you can apply painter’s tape to windows. In order to mask windows, start at any corner of the trim, and stick your painter's tape on the trim where it meets the wall. Apply your tape in 4- or 5-foot segments in order to prevent the...
Why are some stucco tapes red?
Why are some stucco tapes red?
Stucco tapes are offered in several different colors, but the most popular and commonly used is the iconic bright red tape. Besides being easy to remember, this color actually serves an important function in the stucco application process. The red color of the...
Why do I need a UL listed tape for HVAC reflective insulation?
Why do I need a UL listed tape for HVAC reflective insulation?
In any job that involves HVAC work, including the installation and maintenance of reflective insulation, using tapes that are UL listed is critical. Why is having a UL listing so important? A UL listing: Ensures that the tape has been rigorously tested for adhesion...
How are abatement tapes used for fire restoration?
How are abatement tapes used for fire restoration?
After a fire, building damage can be devastating and overwhelming to clean up. Even after the flames have been extinguished, remaining smoke and ash can set into walls, furniture, and other items, causing deterioration and staining. However, the damage caused by a...
What’s the difference between a two-step and three step stucco application method?
What’s the difference between a two-step and three step stucco application method?
Depending on the parameters of the project, stucco application can involve either two or three steps. Two-step stucco application involves a scratch coat, which is applied with a trowel and creates a rough layer of stucco that the second coat, the brown coat, can...
How do I protect floors when painting?
How do I protect floors when painting?
In order to protect your floors from spatters and stains, place a protective plastic sheet over the whole surface, covering the floor - corner to corner. If the baseboards don’t need masking, simply tape the edges of the plastic to the floor. If you need to mask...
How are barricade tapes used in abatement?
How are barricade tapes used in abatement?
Abatement professionals know that they need to have a variety of tapes in their toolbox to be prepared for every job, and one of those is a barricade tape. Barricade tapes are the brightly colored non-adhesive tapes that we often see in depictions of crime scenes...
What’s the value of a UV-resistant stucco tape?
What’s the value of a UV-resistant stucco tape?
Many stucco tapes are constructed to with a UV-resistant backing because they are for use on exterior surfaces, often in hot, sunny climates. Sunlight contains harsh UV rays which can cause negative changes to the physical properties of many tapes. Certain...