A Guide to Double Sided Tape: Uses, Advantages, Types and More
As specialists in the rubber and foam industry, AS Rubber provides expert guidance on double sided tape.
We supply and distribute adhesive tapes, including double sided tape. Double sided tape can be used by trade across the construction and packaging industry, end users for home improvement, and much more.
Below, we offer an introduction to double sided tape, plus advice on the right type of tape for your application.
What is Double Sided Tape?
Double-sided tape features adhesive on both sides of the tape, with or without a carrier between them, in order to stick two surfaces together.
It comes on rolls of different sizes, with a protective layer to keep it from sticking to itself.
There are many different types available, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Different Types of Double Sided Tape
A number of double sided tape options are available, ensuring you can secure the right strength of tape for your application.
We look at some of the most popular tapes, including:
Foam or Polyethylene Tape
Double sided PE foam tape has a foam core with an acrylic adhesive.
The foam core provides strength and load distribution for a variety of applications, alongside noise and vibration dampening. This type of double-sided tape is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications, with good temperature and humidity resistance.
PE foam tape is suitable for use in construction, automotive, and many more industries.
Polyester Tape
Made with a polyester core, this tape offers a strong and reliable adhesive for both industrial, commercial and end user applications.
Polyester tape offers temperature, water and humidity resistance for strength and durability in its application.
Tissue Tape
For light applications, tissue tape is a great option.
It's made from a thin tissue paper backing, making it easy to tear for quick application.
Tissue paper is used within arts and crafts or light duty repairs and can be applied to various surfaces.
Floor Tape
Floor tape is another popular option for those looking to secure objects or materials to the floor. It is commonly used to secure carpets and rugs in place.
Mounting Tape
Mounting tape is a type of polyethylene tape used for attaching items to various surfaces without the need for glue adhesives or mechanical fasteners which could cause damage and are more complex to apply.
This tape is strong and easy to apply and remove, for temporary and permanent mounting requirements.
Our Range of Double Sided Acrylic Adhesive Tapes
As Rubber supplies double sided acrylic adhesive tape for use across industries in 4 carrier formats. This includes:
Double sided transfer. An unsupported adhesive film without a carrier.
Double sided with scrim carrier. Featuring a scrim carrier for dimensional stability and long-term bonding.
Double sided with tissue carrier. Tissue carrier for adhesive effectiveness.
Double sided with differential coat weight. Differing coat weights for a permanent and peel side.
All our tapes use water-based and solvent-free, with both pure and modified acrylic available.
For more information on our double sided acrylic tape, including its suitability for adhesion to foam, talk to a member of AS Rubber.
Double Sided Tape Applications
Double sided tape is suitable for applications including:
Mounting and Display
Double-sided tape is a great option for mounting items or for creating displays without the need for nails or screws.
Double-sided tape provides a strong and reliable hold, while being easy to remove for minimal damage to walls. While different strengths of tape are available, mounting with double sided tape is generally recommended for lightweight applications.
Arts, Crafts and Scrapbooking
Many end users take advantage of double sided tape for a convenient and aesthetic solution to arts, crafts and scrapbooking.
Double sided tape provides a reliable finish and thin profile, achieving the look you want without the bulkiness of traditional adhesives, such as glues and hot glues.
Packaging
Industrial, ecommerce, retail and more industries utilise double sided tape to secure their packaging.
Double sided tape is suitable for sealing packages for shipping and transportation or can be used to provide a ‘peel-and-seal’ solution for return packaging.
Its ability to adhere to a range of surfaces makes double sided tape a cost-effective and convenient option for packaging.
Home Improvement and Repairs
For property owners or tenants looking for an alternative to mechanical fasteners which may damage surfaces, double sided tape provides a clean and efficient solution.
Double sided tape eliminates unsightly holes in walls; is easy to apply and remove; can be used on a variety of surfaces; is convenient and time-efficient; and provides a strong and durable hold for many types of home improvement projects.
Construction
Double sided tape can be used as an adhesive for foams, rubbers, and other materials for use within construction applications.
Predominantly, double sided tape can be used to secure facades and interior wall cladding.
Self-adhesive foam provides a sound and vibration dampening solution, with durability in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Advantages of Double Sided Tape
The versatility and customisability of double tape make it advantageous across many environments and industries.
For instance, tape conforms to irregular and uneven surfaces, ensuring a secure and long-lasting bond. This makes it ideal for both indoor and outdoor settings.
It also helps to dissipate tension and stress by offering adhesion across the entirety of the material, preventing damage and prolonging the bond.
Depending on the core material, some double sided tapes offer shock absorption, reducing noise and vibration. Self-adhesive foam tape is a good example of this.
With a wide range of advantages and applications, double sided tape is available in many forms to provide an adhesive solution.
Whether you’re an end user or tradesperson, AS Rubber is able to support you with industry knowledge and experience. Our high-quality acrylic adhesive tape can be customised to meet your needs.
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