Delicate surface painter’s tapes are designed for jobs that demand an extra-gentle tape for use on application surfaces that are delicate and easily damaged.
What is a delicate surface, and what tape should be used on them?
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Tape Tips
An Introduction to Co-Extruded Duct Tape
An Introduction to Co-Extruded Duct Tape
Co-extrusion reduces the risk of delamination by permanently bonding the layers of the tape together at the source.
What Does Full System Closure Mean in an HVAC System and Why Does it Matter?
What Does Full System Closure Mean in an HVAC System and Why Does it Matter?
Full system closure means your HVAC system is sealed properly, without any air leaks.
How Does Duct Tape Differ from Masking Tape?
How Does Duct Tape Differ from Masking Tape?
Duct tape and masking tapes are two of the most commonly used tapes in the world. Both tapes come in dozens of varieties, ranging from professional tapes to patterned or colored tapes for DIY projects.
How to Remove Duct Tape Adhesive
How to Remove Duct Tape Adhesive
The residue that duct tape leaves behind can be tricky to remove. Follow these steps to both mitigate the residue itself and remove easily.
Why can’t I use duct tape to ship out packages?
Why can’t I use duct tape to ship out packages?
When shipping out packages, it might seem like an obvious choice to use duct tape to seal it.
How to preserve roller covers between coats
How to preserve roller covers between coats
Just like paint brushes, it's essential to preserve your roller covers between coats during any painting project.
How to Preserve Paint Brushes Between Coats
How to Preserve Paint Brushes Between Coats
Paint brush preservation is essential to any painting project. Check out this video for some tips on how you can protect your paint brushes.
How to Protect Floors Before Painting
How to Protect Floors Before Painting
Protecting floors before any painting job is an essential part of the project and should always be the first step taken. To add proper floor protection during a painting project, follow the three steps below: Clean the surface of the floor Completely cover the...
How to Gooseneck a Waste Bag
How to Gooseneck a Waste Bag
Goosenecking is a method of securing, waterproofing and particle-proofing a trash or waste containment bag. When done correctly, goosenecking will prevent the contents of the bag from spilling, leaking or falling out when the bag is inverted. The steps to...
How to Identify Printed HVAC Tape
How to Identify Printed HVAC Tape
The use of a printed HVAC tape helps HVAC system inspectors to identify the tape and determine whether the materials used adhere to the standards and codes required. Most UL listed tapes feature the manufacturer’s file number as well as the UL code on the tape’s...
What is Line Set Tape?
What is Line Set Tape?
Line set tape is a UV-resistant solution for outdoor HVAC components, such as the air condenser unit and the connecting hoses. In addition to UV rays, Line set tape is also resistant to humidity, moisture and a wide range of temperatures. While most HVAC tapes are...
Tips for Applying HVAC Tape
Tips for Applying HVAC Tape
Applying HVAC tape properly is important to ensuring all necessary components of the HVAC system are completely sealed and seamed together. The following three steps can ensure the most effective way to apply HVAC tape to achieve complete system closure: Cut or...
Proper Painter’s Tape Application and Removal
Proper Painter’s Tape Application and Removal
Ensure good paint lines by following these simple application and removal steps.