3M Blue Tape

3M Blue Tape, also known as ScotchBlue Painter's Tape, is a versatile masking tape designed for various household and workshop applications, particularly around painting projects. Here's a breakdown of its key features:

Material: A blue crepe paper backing with a gentle, pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive.

Color: Blue (characteristic feature)

Applications:

Protecting surfaces during painting: This is its primary use. The adhesive allows it to stick well to a variety of surfaces yet removes cleanly without damaging the surface or leaving any sticky residue, for up to 14 days on interior and exterior surfaces.
Bundling and holding: It can be used to hold or bundle objects together due to its conformability.
Labeling: The blue surface can be easily written on for labeling purposes.
Sealing: It can be used for temporary sealing applications around windows or drafts.
Benefits:

Clean removal: Up to 14 days on most surfaces without leaving residue.
Versatility: Adheres well to various surfaces like painted walls, wood trim, tile, glass, and metal.
Conformability: The crepe paper backing conforms well to irregular surfaces for better coverage and protection.
Easy to tear: Can be torn by hand for convenient use without scissors.
UV and sunlight resistance: Withstands sunlight exposure for up to 14 days.