Guides

Choosing the right product

Short, practical answers to the questions that come up most often when picking a tape, an insulation size or a sealing product.

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Gaffer tape vs duct tape: what the names actually tell you
The difference between gaffer tape and duct tape is not what the labels suggest. Here is what actually differs, and the one property you should never assume.Read the guide
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Which tape for a wet or outdoor repair
Resisting water and sealing against it are two different jobs. Here is which tape suits a leak, a joint or an outdoor fixing, and why.Read the guide
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Pipe insulation and lagging sizes explained
Insulation labelled 13 x 6 x 2m does not fit a 13mm pipe. What each number on pipe insulation and lagging means, and which one to measure first.Read the guide

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