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7 Benefits of Bonding with Double Sided Foam Tape

Ready to ditch the inefficient, time-consuming metal fastenings and screws for timesaving, easy-to-use double sided foam tapes designed for bonding? With these foam-based mounting tapes, you’ll benefit from better insulation, noise cancellation and a sleeker, more aesthetic appearance. No other equipment is needed, so you can cut down on time…

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How to Mask a Car for Priming Using Foam Tape

Foam tape is highly versatile, so it should come as no surprise that it’s one of the best tools for masking off a vehicle before priming. Not only can it protect adjacent panels from overspray, but it can also ensure you have no harsh edges and help with creating a…

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How to Store Rolls of Tape

All tools and equipment in body shops require proper storage to keep them in good working order, and there’s no reason why automotive tapes shouldn’t be treated the same. However, the correct methods for storing rolls of tape aren’t always obvious. To help, this guide is filled with our top…

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8 Advantages of Cloth Tape

Cloth-backed tape is typically constructed using linen, polyester or cotton. In the automotive industry, the primary use of this tape is protecting surfaces when using abrasives, although some automotive professionals might also use it for temporary repairs and seals. But if you’re yet to add this highly versatile tape to…

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Gaffer Tape vs. Duct Tape vs. Foil Tape

Gaffer tape, duct tape and foil tape all fall under the category of protection tapes, which means they’re designed to protect against abrasion, light, chemicals and heat. However, that’s where most of the similarities end for these three tapes. So, how do they differ? What should each one be…

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Different Foam Tape Materials Explained: PE, Silicone, Acrylic & More

Foam tapes can come in all shapes, sizes, and materials. From double-sided and single-sided variations to PVC-based and polyethylene-based foam tapes, their versatility is unmatched and means they can be used for many tasks within the automotive industry. Whether you’re mounting, masking, sealing, protecting or bonding, they offer…

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