Tapes

A tape is a long adhesive strip that can be cut out at desired length and used to stick desired papers or other items together. There are several types of tapes that serve their exclusive purpose. While many people know of clear tape and masking tape, there are many other types available, such as electrical tape, double-sided tape, packing tape, duct tape, washi tape, and more. All these tapes are manufactured to serve special purposes, making tasks easier.

Masking tape is a lightly adhesive tape made of paper easy to tear, apply and remove. The masking tape is useful since it does not leave marks and is easy to remove from any surface. Masking tape is also called a painter’s tape since painters use it to cover areas where paint is not applied. This tape perfectly covers the unwanted area and does not allow the paint to penetrate or leak.

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ing tape comes in a variety of widths. The most common one, the 3M masking tape, is 2 inches wide. However, there are thinner options, too, such as the 1 inch one and half-inch ones. These are used for thinner areas and more intricate designs during artwork or painting.

Masking tapes may be rubber-based, acrylic-based, or silicon-based, depending upon their usage. The rubber-based are the most common ones, while the acrylic-based are stickier and thinner.

Another type is double-sided tape. This useful tape is adhesive on both sides and is perfect when gluing two surfaces together. The double-sided tape has a covering on both sides. Users peel off the strip from one side, stick the tape onto the desired surface, remove the covering from the other side, and stick the required surface. This tape works perfectly for sticking something onto walls, cars, and other metallic surfaces. However, this tape peels off wall paint when trying to remove it on the downside. However, it works best for metallic surfaces or tiles. The double-sided tape is best for uses where glue is not an option.

Packing tapes are an excellent packaging solution. The packaging tape is of many sizes and comes in many types according to the type of packaging to be done. The most common ones are transparent and brown. The transparent packing tape has a benefit that it does not show and thus ensures clean and visually pleasing packaging.

Tapes come in all widths and types. What remains the same is their significance for everyday and industrial use. Masking tape, double-sided tape, and packing tape are the most common types of tapes that are used most frequently in households, offices, and industries, and serve a number of purposes. Pen to ink has the best variety of all types of tapes as per customer needs. Feel free to visit our well-equipped wholesale outlet or shop online within the comforts of your home for an unmatched shopping experience.