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Packaging Tapes Tip:

Protecting labels

Use EZ START Mailing Tape or High Performance Crystal Clear Tape over a label or handwritten address to protect it from water and abrasion.

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Removing adhesive

For general adhesive removal, we recommend Duck brand Adhesive Remover. Duck brand Adhesive Remover is a heavy-duty adhesive residue removal solution. Removes Duck Tape, masking tape, carpet tape, weatherstripping tape, mounting tape, labels stickers, tar, gum, caulk and more. Our remover is safe to use on all types of hard surfaces including: walls, floors, doors, furniture, cars, metal, plastic, glass and wood. Always test solvents on a small, inconspicuous area to make sure it won’t damage the surface. Our sponge applicator makes it easy to use with precise application. There is a convenient built-in scraper tool attached: no need for additional tools. Fresh citrus scent in an easy to handle bottle. Not recommended for fine fabrics and furniture, or absorbent surfaces.

The key to removing rubber adhesive is to let the solvent do the work for you. The longer you let it soak in, the easier it is to remove the adhesive. Five to ten minutes is usually enough time.

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Storing masking tape

Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, extreme heat and/or water may cause the adhesive to dry out or fuse to the layer of tape beneath, making it nearly impossible to rip off a full strip of tape.

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Cushioning materials

CareMail® Bubble Wrap® Packaging Styrofoam peanuts, Plain popcorn (no salt or butter), Tissue Paper, Small Stuffed Animals, Crumpled 60 lb. Kraft paper, newspaper or Potpourri.

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Preparing the surface

When applying self-adhesive weather-stripping, make sure you have a clean, dry surface. If the surface is dusty, dirty or oily, your weather-stripping may not stay in place for long! A splash of rubbing alcohol will remove grime and residue.

To insure complete dryness, use a hair dryer directly on the mounting surface. It removes trapped moisture, particularly on cold metal surfaces.

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