Gaffers Tape vs. Duct Tape
Have you always wondered why gaffers tape is so much more expensive than duct tape? Find out what makes gaffers tape special and why it’s preferred for theater, event, and audio/visual use. For All Your Tape Needs → www.findtape.com. The two key differences between these tapes have to do with the tape's backing/carrier and adhesive. Gaffers tape is a vinyl-coated cloth tape with a matte finish, so it doesn’t reflect light. By contrast, duct tape is polyethylene-coated cloth, which makes it shinier. But the big difference is whether adhesive residue is left behind when you try and remove the tape. Watch the video to see what sticks and what doesn't - and learn more about how to choose between gaffers tape and duct tape.
Products featured in this video:
Polyken 510 Premium Grade Gaffers Tape
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Polyken 231 Military Grade Duct Tape
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Nashua 357 Premium Grade Duct Tape
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Pro Tapes Cable-Path Tape
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JVCC Wire-Line Cable Cover Tape
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To learn more or purchase any of the tapes I talked about in this video - or pretty much any other tape you can think of - visit FindTape.com.
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Kudos ! came here from Ask Adam Savage: "Why I Actually Hate Duct Tape"
@Howdy8x
3 жыл бұрын
@@dp4993 mmm?
@ziptiremobiletire1934
4 ай бұрын
me too came from that video but i watched it like a year ago and was just thinking about what adam was saying today lol
Man did you go to tape college ? ( Honestly super glad people are knowledgeable on random things)
Actually a helpful video from a good presenter.
@susanneichner6767
2 жыл бұрын
Hi
@susanneichner6767
2 жыл бұрын
Die haben auch noch nicht ganz so gut aus dem Markt
Exactly what I was looking for. Very clear and informative. Thank you!!
Thanks for the tip. I always thought the main benefit to gaffers tape was the matte finish. Now I know it also removes without residue. Perfect for some artistic purposes.
Hi Kevin. Thanks for the vid. Really useful. People always talk about these tapes as if they are the same things, so good to get the distinctions drawn out. Cheers buddy.
Clear and informative, thx 👍
This video was the highlight of my day. Thanks!
Never knew. Thanks man great video👍
And there's a cloth duct tap, like D5486 type 4, which can act as both. Regular application is easy to remove without residue. Apply some heat and you have a super permanent fix.
The tape whisperer
Very helpful, Thanks!
great informative video, thanks!
what about flex tape?
Thanks. That's what I needed to know!
Thank you :D Very interesting :D Especially that cable tuck tape or sth, didn't know about that :V Very informative :D
Gaffers tape vs no residue duct tape vs black cloth tape , please
Thank you for this video
Do you have a video on the diffrent types of glass elctrical cloth tape?
Gaffer tape has stronger material and stronger adhesion, and has a more rigid structure, making it better for repairs. Basically, it's just better!
@sirspongadoodle
2 жыл бұрын
But more expensive, really worth it tho. Insanely strong and reliable.
Good video. Thanks
How did I end up here? Oh yea, Reddit.
@thebepis712
8 жыл бұрын
+Emily Rose on the thread where someone said it's better than duct tape and electrical?
@icebread3392
4 жыл бұрын
I got here from Homestuck.
Thanks for the video =)
yeah but...which one is stickier!
It's 2 AM, why am I watching my fifth video about tape right now?
@simonrichert1886
7 ай бұрын
Exactly the same here buddy 😂 I have watched a lot too. I actually found this video quite interesting 😂
As Adam Savage says, and now me too.. Duct tape sucks. I 'll never be buying another roll ever again. Although I'm considering stocking 2 different grades of gaffer tape - the good stuff I already have, and I'm thinking about getting some cheaper stuff for less demanding jobs. I pray to Adam Savage for letting me know about the awesomeness of gaffers tape, every time I need to use it. 😉
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whats the difference between gaffers tape and tesa tape?
@kevinmahoney839
7 жыл бұрын
Gaffers tape is a type of tape (removable vinyl-coated cloth typically used to cover cords on a floor). Tesa is a brand of tape and I believe they offer a variety of types.
@rosh6357
6 жыл бұрын
Gaffers tape is a cloth tape. tesa tape is a brand of tape who offer various tapes including Gaffers tape.
What is Ducktape?