How to Save Time and Money with Masking Films
When running a business, making smart changes to your ways of working can translate to significant savings in both time and money, which can be passed on to customers. One of the ways this can be done is through the efficient use of masking films.
Masking films are versatile pieces of equipment, which are utilised across a range of industries, from painting and decorating to repairing aircraft bodywork.
By understanding how masking films should be used, you can deliver high-quality work to your customers while saving time, cutting costs for you and your customers.
How Masking Films Save Time
Masking films aren’t just invaluable tools to have in your arsenal, but they’re also incredible time savers, for several reasons.
Firstly, films are supplied in rolls, which allow professionals to cover large areas quickly, great for masking windows or doors. Some masking films even come pre-folded or pre-cut, which saves time and cuts the cost of labour on projects of any size.
The films are also easy to apply – so, there’s even more time saved. The films are electrostatically charged, so they will stick to the surfaces without the need for adhesive. The added benefit of this is that there’s no sticky residue to clean once the film has been removed.
How Saved Time = Money
If your intention is to reduce costs, masking film can help to achieve this. As we’ve mentioned, it saves time in the preparation, application, and removal. This simple step-by-step process saves money, not by cutting corners but by using efficient, purpose-built products that address the problems which professionals face. Put simply, the less time professionals spend on masking, the quicker they can complete the full job to a higher standard, ensuring that there’s plenty of time to complete the main task at hand.
Professionals will note that by using a purpose-made roll of masking film, they will also reduce waste materials. This is a far better way to operate than using a one-size-fits-all product that simply won’t cut the mustard, while also helping towards environmental targets.
Helpful Masking Film Tips for Time-saving
When you use masking films as an alternative to tape and paper, there are ways to make the process easier and help you save time.
Preparation is key
Preparation is vital, but it can be one of the most time-consuming parts of any painting job. Use the masking film to cover any areas you do not want to paint, and use a good-quality masking tape to secure the film.
Avoid waste by choosing the right film for the job
Masking film is available in a range of sizes, thickness and tack. You can reduce a lot of waste while maintaining good coverage by using the right film for the job. Costs can be further reduced by keeping any offcuts for patching if needed.
Use an applicator or hand masker
Many films are supplied on a roll that can be attached to a hand masker. This means that only the film needed is used, and it saves time by applying masking tape at the same time.
Check for damage regularly
As you work through a job, it’s possible that the film can tear. Check for damage regularly and use your offcuts of film to patch the hole and avoid overspray.
Apply carefully to avoid trapped air or creases
For an even finish, free of imperfections, apply the masking film carefully. By taking care when applying the film, air bubbles and creases can be avoided.
Masking Films from JTAPE
At JTAPE, we supply a complete range of masking films for many different requirements including:
Premium Clear Masking Film
Perfect for quickly covering all areas of a vehicle/room, the corona-treated plastic of Premium Clear Masking Film allows it to hold mist and overspray during the spraying process, saving time on clean-up. It comes in its own dispensing box, and the rolls are available in 4m, 5m and 6m widths.
Breathable Masking Film
Designed for the automotive industry, Breathable Masking Film is moisture absorbent and is ideal for masking damp cars to reduce ghost markings after the bake cycle, reducing the time spent on clean-up. The film is used in spray booths.
Seal Wrap
Seal Wrap protects broken windows from the elements and can have interior/exterior applications. Used extensively by accident repair specialists, it is highly flexible, leaves no adhesive residue, so there’s no clean-up necessary after removal. And it comes in 300mm, 600mm and 900mm widths.
Non-Slip Surface Protection Film
Manufactured to prevent any surface from paint contamination, including floors, spray booth floors, tables, and stainless steel table tops, Non-Slip Surface Protection Film is easy to clean and use. A perfect solution for spray painters, painters, decorators, and anyone who needs to protect a surface from paint and wants to avoid time-consuming clean-up.
Pre-folded Masking Film
Brand new to the JTAPE collection, Pre-folded Masking Film can be used with an applicator and is available in sizes of 0.5m x 50m and 1m x 50m, saving time on the size preparation.
Wheel Repair Mask
Wheel Repair Mask from JTAPE is a purpose-built film mask that protects tyres from overspray during the wheel repair process. It saves time by reducing preparation time because it is the perfect shape and size, and the corona-treated surface effectively catches paint, reducing the need for clean-up.
If you would like to find out more about the JTAPE range of masking films or any other of our specialist tape and masking products, head over to our contact page, where you can get in touch with a member of the team.