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Tip of the Day. Why doesn't gaffers tape leave adhesive residue like duct tape? Duct tape uses a natural rubber adhesive. Gaffers tape uses a much higher quality synthetic adhesive that doesn't leave a gummy residue when it is removed.

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What's spike tape?

Spike tape is cotton-cloth-tape identical to gaffers tape.

It's just a thinner width which tears more easily and isn't seen by the audience when applied to a stage floor.

What should I use to label my sound system mixer?

Permacel 724 has an adhesive that won't leave sticky residue and is coated so a Sharpie Marker won't bleed through the tape.

Why is there such a difference in the price of different of duct tapes?

The primary cost difference is based on the thickness-some are as thin as 8-mils, but the good-grades are 11-mils and are better and stronger.

What's the best tape for seaming a vinyl Marley-type dance floor?

Dancers who wear slippers (ballet) prefer vinyl tape because it is the same smooth texture as the vinyl floor. Dancers who dance barefoot like gaffers tape because it has texture and grip.

Why is painters grade masking tape so much more expensive than utility grade?

Painters grade masking tape has an adhesive that allows the tape to come up clean even if left in place for several weeks. The utility grade will leave behind a dry powdery residue when removed after only a couple of days.

Why doesn't gaffers tape leave adhesive residue like duct tape?

Duct tape uses a natural rubber adhesive.

Gaffers tape uses a much higher quality synthetic adhesive that doesn't leave a gummy residue when it is removed

What's the difference in glazed and unglazed tie line?

Glazed tie line has a waxy coating that makes it easier to untie knots. Use the unglazed line if you want the knot to stay tight.