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Duct tape, also known as Cloth Tape or Duck Tape is a cloth-backed pressure-sensitive tape which is often coated with polyethylene. Duct tapes main feature is its strong adhesive capacity and its resistance to water (not waterproof). The construction of different duct tapes varies in the type of backings and adhesives that are used. Our [duct tapes guide](/web/content/discovery/ideas-and-advice/duct-tapes-guide) offers a more complete overview of the different types available on the market.

### Types of Duct Tape
- **Gaffer Tape**: This is non-reflective and, unlike normal duct tape, can be torn by hand and easily removed without leaving a sticky residue. Gaffer tape is commonly used in the TV and film industries due to its non-reflective properties to temporarily tape cables to the floor or light fixtures to posts. Gaffer tape can also be used in the home for securing cables to a carpet, concrete or wood.
- **General Purpose Duct Tape**: This has a low fabric count, a thin outer polyethylene low weight adhesive. This tape is ideal for odd jobs where longevity is not an issue.
- **Industrial Grade Duct Tape**: This is made from a stronger fabric with a tougher outer layer and thicker adhesive. This duct tape is for more heavy-duty use and is ideal for holding down carpets at exhibitions.
- **Professional Grade Duct Tape**: These have a stronger backing material than the industrial duct tape for added strength, durability and adhesion. These tapes are often used by contractors and construction workers.

### Features of Duct Tape

Duct tape consists of an outer layer of plastic film, usually polyethylene or LDPE (low-density polyethylene) that provides waterproofing and weather resistance. Some tapes have a vinyl outer coating which is resistant to abrasions. Tapes are also available that are made from transparent materials that make them less visible when applied.

The different types of duct tape vary according to the fabric fibres that are used. These fabric fibres can be cotton, nylon, fibreglass, rayon or polyester. The most common widths for duct tape are 48 mm and 51 mm

### What is Duct Tape Used for?

Originally the silver-grey coloured duct tape was used to seal joints in heating or air conditioning ducts to make them airtight but it now has multiple uses, including holding things together or onto a surface. They're available in a range of materials with different properties and colours enabling them to be used for many tasks - making it an essential item for any DIY tool kit.



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Duct tape or often know as Duck Tape is a cloth-backed pressure-sensitive tape which is usually coated with polyethylene. Duct tapes main characteristic is its strong adhesive capacity and its resistance. As well as being strong, it is also highly versatile. Duct tape is primarily used in the aerospace, automotive, military, roofing, speciality vehicle and shipbuilding industries for fabric splicing, seaming and sealing panels, heavy duty masking, bundling, holding and harness wrapping.

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Duct tape is a highly useful tape for a variety of purposes. From plumbers to technicians, duct tape is always at hand. 3M provides an excellent selection of duct tape suitable for all purposes and in a variety of colours for easy identification. Thanks to its cloth backing, it is a highly durable tape which can easily be applied. It is also waterproof. Duct tape is called so because it is commonly used to seal the joins between ducting, and is sometimes confused with gaffer tape. The difference is that gaffer tape is designed not to leave a residue when applied, where as duct tape can leave a residue. It is also important not to confuse duct tape with electrical tape- duct tape cannot be used to insulate wiring safely. 3M duct tape is of excellent quality, and high durability. From industrial to domestic applications, it is a versatile and reliable solution. What is 3M Duct Tape used for?3M Duct Tape is a strong, reliable adhesive tape that can be used in a variety of projects and applications. It can be used to seal air ducts, provide added grip on slippery surfaces, repair upholstery and rugs, patch holes in walls and furniture, bundle items together temporarily or permanently, hang objects on walls or ceilings securely, create custom-shaped pieces of art using masking tape as the outline base before adding more materials over top of it (such as fabric), and many other home improvement tasks.

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Cloth tapes are an adhesive tape with a cloth backing; they come in many different colours, widths, lengths and adhesive strengths. General purpose cloth tapes can be marked with pens and are generally coated with a rubber adhesive. The durable and flexible cloth tapes can be pressure-sensitive, which means that they are designed to adhere with pressure, not with an adhesive. <h2>Types of backing materials</h2> There are many backing materials available on cloth tapes: <ul><li>Fabric/cloth such as cotton is used to improve the tensile strength, heat resistance and electrical resistance. Woven fibres are stronger than non-woven.</li> <li>Glass/Fiberglass are reinforced with glass or fibreglass particles. This enhances the heat resistance.</li> <li>Plastic/Polymer is protected by a liner in the form of a tape, film or laminate.</li> <li>PET/Polyester have a high resistance to solvents and age well.</li></ul> <h2>Uses for Cloth Tapes</h2> Some people like to use coloured cloth tapes as masking tapes around the home, workshop, construction sites or in the garden. Other uses include to seal walls in the construction industry, for basic rigging tasks, for bookbinding and sewing and many other uses.

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When you need a tape that provides strength and reliability without compromising aesthetics, transparent gaffer tape is your top choice. This versatile tape offers a discreet solution for a wide range of applications, from stage setups and photography to everyday household repairs.

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