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We know it can be used for many purposes and applications, but really: what is masking tape? What is it made of? What is it used for? Let’s answer these questions once and for all.

Masking tape is a lightly adhesive, easy to unwind and easy to tear paper tape, that can be applied on many different surfaces and removed without leaving any residue or causing any damage. Its gentleness and low level of adhesion make it ideal for many applications, both at a professional and non-professional level.

Although it’s commonly used to mask areas while painting or to label supplies, masking tape it’s actually extremely versatile and can be used in many different ways around the house.

Masking tape is very practical, that’s for sure, and it allows for many different uses. But while you’re probably thinking at the most common ones, you should know that there are many more that you wouldn’t normally even think of.

In a time where social distancing has become part of our daily routine, and is most likely going to stay for a while, we have been forced to rethink our concept of personal and social space. Now more than ever, there is a need for an adhesive floor marking tape that is strong, resistant and clearly visible, in order to help us mark off hazard and delimitate safety areas.

For this reason PPM, who is always present on the market with adhesive solutions that make a difference, has developed its floor marking tape: an adhesive red and white hazard warning tape, which is also available in black and yellow, ideal to identify and seal off hazard and safety areas and to mark walkways, ramps, stairways and steps.

Painting can be a very tricky job, for both professional and non-professional painters. It’s important to understand that not every masking tape works for all applications: the surface you have to paint on is ultimately what dictates which tape you should use. So, what to do when the surface is extremely delicate? Don’t worry, PPM has the solution for you: low tack masking tape.

To a non-expert eye, painter’s tape and masking tape might look just the same. They both have a crepe paper backing, that’s true, but they have a few characteristics that make them consistently different from one another.

Mmm, decisions decisions. So many options and so little time to get things done. Don’t worry, PPM is here to help you clear out all doubts and show you which tape is the right one for you.

First of all: not all tapes are the same. Filament tape and duct tape are very different from one another and are used in completely different settings. Depending on the job you need to get done, one is more appropriate than the other. Let’s take a look at both of them.

As you know, hot melt adhesive tape and acrylic tape are very different. Therefore, since choosing the right tape for your application guarantees a well-done job, you want to think very carefully about which one to choose. PPM is here to help you compare the two options and figure out which one applies best to your needs.

You’re about to start flooring the garage, and need something to secure the tiles to the floor? Or maybe carpeting the laundry room? Or again, you have to paint the bedroom’s walls and need to fasten felt mats to the floor to not get paint everywhere? Whatever might be the carpeting job you need to get done, PPM has the solution for you: the best double sided carpet tape.

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