Adhesives and Tape

Adhesives and tape for mounting, sealing and repair: 3M Scotch-Mount and Command double-sided mounting tapes and strips, double-sided molding tape, carpet tape, foil and flue tape, and general-purpose repair tapes. Double-sided mounting tape is rated by weight and by surface — a foam tape carries more and bridges a textured or slightly uneven wall, a thin film tape holds less but leaves a cleaner line. Surface preparation does most of the work: these adhesives will not hold to a dusty, waxy or freshly painted surface no matter what the package rates. Foil and flue tape is not duct tape and is the only one of these rated for the heat around a flue or duct joint.