Bestselling Tapes
While we sell a huge range of fixing and adhesive products at Fosseway, some of our products remain firm favorites with our customers. In this blog, we’ve chosen to discuss two of our bestselling tapes. Read on to find out more…
General Purpose Cloth Tape
Duct tape is an indispensable piece of kit for the household and for various professions, which is why our General Purpose Cloth Tape remains a staple bestseller on our website. Made using high-quality cloth backing and a strong adhesive, it’s strong, durable and reliable and importantly, it’s affordable. It’s been designed to tear precisely so that it’s easy to use and remove, leaving no torn bits of tape of adhesive residue.
Qualities
- Strong
- Durable
- Powerful adhesive
- High-quality cloth backing
- Flexible
Uses
This cloth tape’s strong, durable adhesive, high-quality cloth backing and robust flexibility make it ideal for a range of applications, including:
- General insulation
- Cable bundling
- Temporary Repair Work
- Reinforcing
- Patching
- Packaging
Benefits
- Affordable
- Multipurpose
- Reliable performance
- Adaptable to irregular surfaces
- Leaves no residue
- Precise Tear – Removes without breaking
Available Sizes
Our bestselling General Purpose Cloth Tape is available in two widths, 50mm x 50m and 100mm x 50m. We also sell other types of cloth tape should you require something a little different.
Clear Double Sided Polyester Tape
There are so many uses for double-sided tapes, so it’s no surprise that this high-performance product consistently stays at the top of our bestsellers list. Formulated using a very strong, high-tack solvent acrylic adhesive and a mono-orientated polypropylene (MOPP) liner, this tape has enhanced holding power and transparency for a more discreet finish. What makes it particularly amazing, however, is its ability to perform even at the most extreme of temperatures. This clear polyester tape has a temperature resistance of between -20ºC to 120ºC, allowing it to be used anywhere indoors and outdoors, from household freezers to the deserts of Dubai.
Qualities
- High strength adhesive
- UV and solvent resistant
- Almost transparent finish
- Wide-ranging temperature resistance
Uses
Indoor
- Fixing furniture and household equipment
- General household tasks
- Wooden surfaces
Outdoor
- Glass surfaces
- Signs
- Display assembly
Benefits
- Reliable for even the most demanding of external applications.
- Tremendous holding ability easily bonds glass and plastics
- Multipurpose
- Discreet transparent finish
Available Sizes
This tape is available in 3mm x 50m and 12mm x 50m. We also stock a wide range of other double-sided tapes.
Application Advice
To ensure the best possible bond, only apply tape to clean, dry surfaces that are free from dust, oil, grease, polish and moisture. Press firmly to ensure the perfect bond.
Find out if Industrial Tapes & Fixing Equipment is right for you
At Fosseway Tapes & Fixings, we make sourcing the right industrial supplies simple and stress-free. No more worrying about finding the perfect adhesive or fixing for your project — we do all the hard work for you. Our team is here to provide the best technical solutions and products that suit your specific business needs.
Want to know which specialist tape is right for your application or need a quote for a bulk order?
No problem. Get in touch with our friendly team today, and we’ll be happy to help.
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