How does this tape hold up to moisture? For instance, as when applying paint or sealant. Is it suitable for adhering chipboard to MDF?
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I would imagine that it would hold up to the type of moisture in mixed media projects. I use to attach all sorts of things to cardstock but, given its intense holding power, I think it would hold chipboard to MDF. I have used it to hold photos to metal with good results.
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If the surface is clean it will work well. I used this on a tent surface (not nylon, but military style tent) that was dirty, it held for a while but comes off every now and then, so I re-stick it, and it seems to hold for a week or so again. This is the best Duct style tape I have found though, so I would recommend it.
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We used it to seal small (1/16") cracks in concrete after mixing it with Portland cement...so far the basement has been dry even on very rainy days when before we would get several gallons of water. Have not used it directly as a paint.
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In my experience it is water resistant. You still need to oil or wax monthly or when your board seems to absorb moisture.
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Sarah: The surface is a smooth, shiny laminate adhered to MDF board. To paint, you would have to prepare the surface significantly. Otherwise I'm sure paint would just scratch off easily.
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I would think so. It does have adhesive backing. I would not try it on mdf or particle board tho.. We did use it on plastic and metal. I hope this helps out.
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Gaffer's tape does not leave a residue on the items you're taping. I use it to tape extension cords down to the floor. It also doesn't damage the floor, and is typically allowed in any venue.
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Hi, I tried using this glue to glue leather pieces together on a jacket. It is not waterproof at all. The my jacket got moist from just a slight sprinkle and fog and the glue became soft. I ended up using shoe goo and it has held pretty good.
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I've seen it used as masking for pin striping. I'm not sure if the tape would work as actual pin striping as the adhesive releases tack free. I've only used it as flexible masking tape and it works well as that.
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My house has a sheetrock textured wall and the tape works very well on it. Infact, I needed it for only one hook and I havent used the tape again since then. It attaches so well !!!
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I'm sorry but I'm not sure about the answers to your questions. You may want to find the model number & contact the manufacturer. My guess is that the tape is not waterproof.
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I've found that frequent watering will eventually weaken the adhesive backing, leading to the tape falling off. It's a good, effective product though and will survive light watering and rains. I use it around the bases of my fruit trees, as brown snails are a real pest in Southern California.
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Gaffers tape uses a superior adhesive for stage and production work. It pulls off clean leaving no residue unless left on for several days. If you're using this for taping down cables it also does not degrade the jacket on your cables like duct tape will.
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The tape is water proof. I use tape to mark planters. When it gets wet sometimes the glue dose not work so good.
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It's a real thick paste so not sure how good of adhesion you would get on a rough surface. It's not going to "wet" like super glue would. Good for filling a hole or something, but putting a cracked piece back together? You would have to make sure you rub it into both surfaces real well before putting pieces together.
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I think it would depend on the exposure. It is made of laminated wood strips so If moisture gets to it there might be some separation that happens. However, if multiple coats of sealer are applied it would probably hold up although you might have to periodically reapply
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I have used the great tape a lot ... but never 'submerged' in water. BUT I have on several items used in on suitcases, briefcase, and gym bag on torn seams, etc. Those have been exposed to the usual elements, like rain. In those uses it has NEVER failed at all. Even the corners stay tight.