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The 8 Best Masking Tapes – Guide

The 8 Best Masking Tapes – Guide

Masking tapes are indispensable for painting and varnishing work to obtain clean edges without stains. They are also suitable for craft work and as markers and should therefore not be missing in your workshop.

We have summarized all the important information about masking tapes in a checklist . You can find a great selection of practical masking tapes in our product recommendations.

Checklist For Masking Tapes

Painting and Varnishing Work
  • The classic use of masking tape is masking for painting and varnishing work. Masking tape for this purpose is also called painter’s tape or painter’s crepe.
  • These tapes are either smooth, lightly creped or heavily creped.
  • Smooth pain ter’s tape is usually used for painting work on flat surfaces, such as doors or window frames.
  • Lightly creped masking tape is suitable for slightly uneven substrates, for example plastered walls.
  • Heavily creped mask ing tape is used for rough walls and is also relatively easy to apply in tight radii.
Handicrafts
  • Masking tape is also very suitable for handicrafts. The advantage is that it can always be corrected and still adheres well to wood, paper or cardboard.
  • Masking tape for crafts can be labeled and painted. It is available in different colors.
Markings
  • The third use of masking tape is to mark areas, for example, on a construction site, remodeling or renovation work. This masking tape should have as high an adhesive strength as possible so that it sticks until the end of the work.
Residue-Free Removal
  • An important point when choosing a masking tape is that you can remove it without leaving any residue, depending on its intended use. You must also take into account the adhesive time specified by the manufacturer.
  • Depending on the tape, the adhesive will bond more and more strongly with the substrate if the adhesive time is too long, so that you will tear off paint or plaster when removing the tape.
Tear Strength
  • A painter’s masking tape should have as low a tear strength as possible so that you can easily separate the tape as you need it. For craft and marking work, the tear strength should be much higher, so that the tape does not tear accidentally during application.
Adhesive Strength
  • Masking tape should have an adhesive strength appropriate for the application. For example, to prevent paint from running under the tape. Also, the adhesive strength should be high enough if the tape is to be used for marking work or craft work.
  • The adhesive strength of masking tapes ranges from light to very strong.

We have compiled the best and most interesting masking tapes.

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The Best Sellers Of Masking Tapes

In a list of bestsellers we have compiled the most popular masking tapes for you.

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1 Scotch General Purpose Masking Tape, Tan, Tape for Labeling, Bundling and General Use, Multi-Surface Adhesive Tape, 0.94 Inches x 60 Yards, 1 Roll Scotch General Purpose Masking Tape, Tan, Tape for Labeling, Bundling and General Use, Multi-Surface...
2 Scotch General Purpose Masking Tape, 1.88 in x 60.1 yd, Beige, Sticks for Up to 5 Days, Removes Easily Without Leaving Sticky Residue, Easy-to-Tear Masking Tape (2050-48MP) Scotch General Purpose Masking Tape, 1.88 in x 60.1 yd, Beige, Sticks for Up to 5 Days, Removes...
3 Amazon Basics Masking Tape, Pack of 3 Rolls, Beige, 0.7 Inch x 180 Feet Amazon Basics Masking Tape, Pack of 3 Rolls, Beige, 0.7 Inch x 180 Feet
4 Lichamp Masking Tape 10 Pack General Purpose Beige White Color, 0.75 inch x 55 Yards x 10 Rolls (550 Total Yards), for Painting, Home, Office, School Stationery, Arts, Crafts etc. (3004) Lichamp Masking Tape 10 Pack General Purpose Beige White Color, 0.75 inch x 55 Yards x 10 Rolls (550...
5 Scotch Contractor Grade Masking Tape, Tan, Tape for General Use, Multi-Surface Adhesive Tape, 0.94 Inches x 60.1 Yards, 9 Rolls Scotch Contractor Grade Masking Tape, Tan, Tape for General Use, Multi-Surface Adhesive Tape, 0.94...
6 4 Rolls Premium Painters Tape, Blue Tape, Masking Master Tape, Paint Tape for Multi-Purpose, Painting, Painter's, DIY Crafts Arts, Decoration, Labeling, Home, No Residue, Easy Removal (4*0.94IN*65FT) 4 Rolls Premium Painters Tape, Blue Tape, Masking Master Tape, Paint Tape for Multi-Purpose,...
7 Scotch Masking Tape, 0.70 in x 54.6 yd, Applies Easily, Great for Labeling, Mounting and Bundling, Strong Adhesive, Great For Everyday Uses, 1 Roll (3436) Scotch Masking Tape, 0.70 in x 54.6 yd, Applies Easily, Great for Labeling, Mounting and Bundling,...
8 Lazybug studio Masking Tape 1 inch 12 Pack, Adhesive Painting Tape Bulk for General Purpose Use, 1 inch x 55 Yards x 12 Rolls, 660 Yards in Total Lazybug studio Masking Tape 1 inch 12 Pack, Adhesive Painting Tape Bulk for General Purpose Use, 1...
9 VideMundi Masking Tape 1 Inch X 55 Yards 2 Rolls, General Purpose Beige White Painters Tape for Home, Office, Labeling, School Supplies, DIY & Art, Crafts, Multi-Surface Painting Tape VideMundi Masking Tape 1 Inch X 55 Yards 2 Rolls, General Purpose Beige White Painters Tape for...
10 3M Highland Economy Masking Tape-Economy Masking Tape, 3' Core Size, 12/PK, 3/4'x60 Yards, Pack of 2 (24 Total) 3M Highland Economy Masking Tape-Economy Masking Tape, 3" Core Size, 12/PK, 3/4"x60 Yards, Pack of 2...
11 DEART 8 Colorful Rolls of Masking Tape - 1 inch x 11 Yard - Painters Tape Assortment - Colored Labeling Paper Tape for Bullet Journals, Party Decorations, DIY Craft, Artist Tape, Art Tape DEART 8 Colorful Rolls of Masking Tape - 1 inch x 11 Yard - Painters Tape Assortment - Colored...
12 Lichamp Masking Tape 1 inch, 10 Pack General Purpose Masking Tape Bulk Multipack for Basic Use, 1 inch x 55 Yards x 10 Rolls (550 Total Yards) Lichamp Masking Tape 1 inch, 10 Pack General Purpose Masking Tape Bulk Multipack for Basic Use, 1...
13 Lichamp Wide Masking Tape 2 inches, 6-Pack White Masking Tape Bulk Multi Pack, General Purpose & High Performance, 1.95 inches x 55 Yards x 6 Rolls (330 Total Yards) Lichamp Wide Masking Tape 2 inches, 6-Pack White Masking Tape Bulk Multi Pack, General Purpose &...
14 Scotch Masking Tape, 3 Rolls, 0.70 in x 54.6 yd, Great For Everyday Use, Strong Adhesive, Tan Masking Tape (3436-3) Scotch Masking Tape, 3 Rolls, 0.70 in x 54.6 yd, Great For Everyday Use, Strong Adhesive, Tan...
15 Colored Masking Tape, Rainbow Colors Painters Tape Colorful Craft Art Paper Tape for Kids Labeling Arts Crafts DIY Decorative Coding Decoration Teaching Supplies, 12 Rolls, 0.6Inch Wide x 25Yards Long Colored Masking Tape, Rainbow Colors Painters Tape Colorful Craft Art Paper Tape for Kids Labeling...
16 Craftzilla Colored Masking Tape – 11 Roll Multi Pack – 825 Feet x 1 Inch of Colorful Craft Tape – Vibrant Rainbow Colored Painters Tape – Great for Arts & Crafts, Labeling and Color-Coding Craftzilla Colored Masking Tape – 11 Roll Multi Pack – 825 Feet x 1 Inch of Colorful Craft Tape...
17 Guirnd 12PCS Colored Masking Tape, Kids Art Supplies Colored Tape, DIY Craft Tape, Colored Tape Rolls, Colored Painters Tape 1.7cm x 12m (2/3In x 13Yards) Guirnd 12PCS Colored Masking Tape, Kids Art Supplies Colored Tape, DIY Craft Tape, Colored Tape...
18 Scotch Painter's Tape Contractor Grade Masking Tape, 6 Rolls, 1.88 in x 60.1 yd, Holds to Surfaces For Up to 3 days, Removes Easily Without Leaving Sticky Residue, Interior & Exterior Use (2020-48TP6) Scotch Painter's Tape Contractor Grade Masking Tape, 6 Rolls, 1.88 in x 60.1 yd, Holds to Surfaces...
19 Colored Masking Tape, 6 Rolls of 21.87 Yards×0.59 Inch Crafts Labeling Paper Tape, Colorful Marking Painters Tape for DIY Art Supplies, Home Decoration, Office or Teaching Supplies, Classification. Colored Masking Tape, 6 Rolls of 21.87 Yards×0.59 Inch Crafts Labeling Paper Tape, Colorful Marking...
20 SEBETOW Masking Tape Bulk 1 Inch 20 Packs - White Beige Masking Tapes for General Purpose, Craft, Art, Home, Office, School, 1 Inch x 55 Yards x 20 Rolls SEBETOW Masking Tape Bulk 1 Inch 20 Packs - White Beige Masking Tapes for General Purpose, Craft,...

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Current Offers Of Masking Tape

You can find the best current offers on masking tapes in this list.

FAQ About Masking Tape

When to remove the masking tape?

Masking tape should be removed when painting when the paint has already dried, but not yet completely.

What is masking tape?

Masking tape looks a lot like adhesive tape, but it can be removed without leaving any residue and is usually easy to tear off by hand. It is used, for example, to protect areas from paint when painting. But you can also use it to mark paths or certain places in the interior. You should then pay attention to a strong contrast, so for a black floor, for example, choose yellow tape.

Which masking tape?

Masking tapes are available in various designs, even colorful tapes are available. We have compared masking tapes and summarized the best in our product recommendations.

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