Duct tape is undoubtedly the most long-lasting adhesive solution on the market. Its heat resistance is unparalleled, and its water resistance has no competition.
Gorilla Tape is 3 times stronger* for a hold that lasts. Made with double-thick adhesive, strong reinforced backing, and a tough all-weather shell, this duct tape is great for projects and repairs both indoors and out.
T-Rex's Brute Force Tape is as tough as it gets. Seriously: a single piece of this tape was enough to hold over 200lbs of weight, much more than any other tape that we tested. T-Rex claims that, because of the very thick fabric backing and the double thickness of adhesive, it can hold up to 700lbs of weight.
3M VHB tape offers one of the strongest bonds out of any adhesive. In fact, VHB tape has been certified in the industry to have a powerful bond (it's in the name: VHB = “Very High Bond”). Its adhesive properties alone give it an incredibly durable hold on any surface.
Gorilla Tape® All-Weather Extreme is the tough tape for extreme weather conditions. Extra-strong and extra-durable, it's perfect for permanent outdoor repairs.
Tape works best when the surface area is clean, meaning 100% free of dirt, oil, and debris. You want to eliminate anything that can get between the surface and the tape in order to create direct contact with the adhesive.
Butyl tape is great because it adheres to a wide variety of surfaces, such as glass, metal, plastic, and wood. Both butyl and silicone rubber are great outdoor waterproof tapes for sealing up a leak in the roof or patching a hole in a boat.
The acrylic adhesive used in the 3M™ Extreme Sealing Tape is manufactured from the same technology platform as the 3M™ VHB™ Tapes. When properly applied, 3M™ Extreme Sealing Tape is expected to be durable for 3-5 years in harsh UV climates and 4-9 years in mild UV climates. Gray and black colors last 25% longer.
Although laboratory tests have shown no degradation after 10 years submersion in salt water, VHB Tapes are not recommended for applications involving continuous submersion. shelf life is 24 months from date of manufacture.
What is VHB Tape? Construct robust point of sale displays using an adhesive that isn't visible by choosing to use VHB Tape (also known as very high bond tape). It is a super strong, clear, double sided adhesive tape that is considered to be the strongest tape on the market, with a long lasting performance.
The industrial strength double-sided tape delivers a heavy duty bond that holds up to 30 pounds. Gorilla Heavy Duty Mounting Tape is perfect for indoor and outdoor projects and sticks to smooth and rough surfaces. Completing DIY projects is easy with this tough, double sided tape.
Designed with extreme adhesion to rough and wet surfaces, T-Rex Clear Repair Tape is built with an all-weather crystal clear construction, making it ideal for repairs over a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions.
The approximate shelf life of Gorilla Waterproof Patch & Seal is up to 2 years, unopened from date of manufacture. Once opened there is no standard time, it will be dependent on storage conditions and age of the product, up to 9/12 months is a good guideline.
The 17-mil T-Rex Tape, made by Shurtape (the parent company of Duck), is positioned as a direct competitor to Gorilla, even down to the terrifying animal mascot. The T-Rex tears easier than Gorilla, but that's about the only category where it gets the edge. In every strength test, Gorilla was stronger.
Rain, sun, wind, heat or cold, 3M™VHB™ Tape is weather-proven to stand the test of time. Create a seamless facade with fast application of virtually invisible fastening for a permanent bond that expands your range of material options. Eliminate rivets and screws that can loosen, rattle and leak.
For bonds that need cushioning but don't require extreme strength, consider one of 3M's many double-sided foam tapes. But, if you need extreme strength and long-lasting hold, 3M VHB is your best bet.
* (Steps A and B) After application, the bond strength will increase as the adhesive flows onto the surface. At room temperature, approximately 50% of the ultimate strength will be achieved after 20 minutes, 90% after 24 hours and 100% after 72 hours.
All 3M™ VHB™ Tapes have a shelf life of 24 months from date of manufacture when stored at 40°F to 100°F (4°C to 38°C) and 0-95% relative humidity. The optimum storage conditions are 72°F (22°C) and 50% relative humidity.
Crystal Clear Gorilla Tape features the adhesive strength of Gorilla Tape†, in a crystal clear tape that does not yellow outdoors. Made with a heavy duty adhesive layer and waterproof backing for extreme durability. This tape is UV and temperature resistant - great for projects and repairs both indoors and out.
It's strong enough to be used for general purpose indoor or outdoor fixes that require a waterproof seal, like repairing a rip in an above-ground pool or temporarily stopping a leak in a water pipe. Or, apply it underwater and push it into cracks and rough, dirty surfaces.
In short, Gorilla Tape is a heavy-duty, multi-purpose adhesive tape that is designed to repair, patch, seal, and hold a wide variety of materials and Flex Tape is a strong, rubberized, waterproof tape that can be used to patch, bond, seal, and repair a variety of surfaces, specifically designed to be flexible and ...
