Different Types Of Adhesive Tapes

Each household must have their own drawer of adhesive tapes for emergency usethat come in all colours and sizes. Adhesive tapes can come in handy in many situations especially for contractors and electricians.

We have prepared a list of different types of adhesive tapes with various characteristics and functions.

Duct Tape

While traditionally gray, duct tape now comes in a variety of colours and patterns. It is a pressure-sensitive tape that is backed with sloth or scrim and usually coated with polyethylene. It can be used for a number of purposes but has a cult following because of its ability to stick to most items and to be used for inexpensive and fast repairs.

Double Sided Tape

This tape is ideal for attaching two items to each other since it is not only strong but double-sided and will give you the support and strength that you need to ensure that your products don’t peel apart. It is great for giving foam stability and works well when you are going to be die-cutting your product, as you won’t have to worry about any slipping or unwanted movement. The tape won’t be visible when used correctly and comes in a variety of thickness.

Magic or Scotch Tape

This is the most common form of tape and what many people think of when they hear the word. It can be used for attaching papers, closing envelopes, or wrapping gifts and can easily be written upon with a number of writing utensils. It comes in a number of variety, including clear, permanent, removable, and matte. This tape does not dry out or yellow, making it ideal for situations where it will be on view for an extended period of time, such as in a scrapbook. This type of tape is relatively inexpensive and easy to find in stores, although it does not have the sticking power that other kinds of tape do, such as duct tape, which limits the amount of use that it actually has.

Masking Tape

Known as painter’s tape, masking tape is very easy to tear by hand and is made of a thin paper. Although it’s quite strong, it is easy to pull it off of the surface where it has been applied and comes in many different widths, depending on what you need the paint for. There are many strengths available. It does a great job producing clean lines in paint jobs when applied correctly, as it will stop paint from bleeding into another area of the wall or project that is being painted

These are but a few types of adhesive tapes that can be commonly be found on the market and in every household. Although inconspicuous at times, these tapes serve many functions in our daily lives.