WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE WORLD OF JTAPE?

Trim tape is specifically designed to be used to mask off external vehicle trims ready for the surrounding panels to be refinished. What is trim tape used for? Trim tape is specially designed for use on external vehicle trims such as door rubber seals, window rubber seals, and rear quarter glass. Trim tape is edged […]

So how does this work and how might it impact your tape choices? Read on to discover the meaning of surface energy, how it’s measured, and everything you need to know to choose the best tape for working with different materials with varying surface energy levels. What is surface energy and how is it measured? […]

To help with the decision, we’ve created a guide to single and double-sided foam tapes, including their uses and which tapes from our range are best for the different automotive tasks mentioned. What are single-sided foam tapes used for in automotive? From overspray prevention to priming and masking swage lines, foam tapes featuring single-sided adhesive […]

JTAPE Masking Films At JTAPE, we’ve designed an excellent range of masking films suitable for a wide variety of jobs. Whether corona-treated films are your priority or you’re typically working at high temperatures, we offer the perfect masking film options for body shop professionals. Check out our top masking film products below. Breathable Masking Film […]

While this is a fairly common feature to spot in the list of properties in masking films, it’s important to understand why it’s so popular and what it does. In this guide, we’ll explain what corona treatment is and why it’s added to masking products in the automotive industry. And since we have such an […]

Here, we’ll guide you through the main considerations to account for when choosing and using your foam masking tape. Whether you need a tape that’s high tack or low tack, highly temperature resistant or just one that’s suitable for low bake ovens, there’s a foam masking tape for all purposes and needs. JTAPE Foam Masking […]

There are a few key considerations to think about when choosing your tape. From its purpose down to the materials at play – no two jobs will have the same requirements. Below, we’ll go through everything body shop professionals should consider when deciding which automotive tape is right for the job. Automotive Tape Types There […]