Sealing with Tesa Tapes: The Benefits and Uses

Nowadays being pressed for time is rather common, and it takes choosing practicality to make the best of it. Who’s got time to waste DIYing with all sorts of tools when you can resort to something easier to handle, such as opting for the versatile and multi-purpose tapes?

I’m sure even you reader could boast with handling some repairing at home using tapes! Though there are all sorts of tapes one can find at specialised stores, not all can match the resistance and durability of the Tesa tape. As a brand, Tesa certainly have plenty of types of tapes to offer, from aluminium to polyethylene, so you can find whatever you require for your projects.

Their success comes from the fact they rely on latest technology, thorough research, top-notch materials for their products as well as putting them through different tests of endurance, and of course the long history in the business, specifically since the 1890s.

Why Use the Aluminium Tape?

There are various Tesa tapes you can give a try, but when it comes to superior adhesive strength, there’s no doubt aluminium makes a great choice. Other than being easy to use thanks to the light and soft design with a shiny an reflective surface that doesn’t require fastening in the likes of screws, for instance, it’s also known to be an eco-friendly material (something eco-aware individuals would appreciate) that serves well including for thermal insulation.

Created for quick and lasting repairs, the aluminium Tesa tape is highly resistant; for instance, temperature resistance goes from -40°C to +140°C so there’s no cracking, plus it’s grease, oil and water resistant, blocks out odours and won’t lessen in quality even after a long time has passed since it’s been applied, meaning you won’t have to worry about ageing too even after it’s been exposed to solvents or UV light.

It’s these features that make it a great option for various industries and applications, from repairing and insulating metal surfaces, roofs and gutters, serving for construction purposes, to being useful in refrigeration with duct bonding, the marine industry for example with doing patch-up work on boats, aerospace thanks to its chemical resistance, as well as electrical and HVAC systems (permanent solution for fixing an insulating ducts), meaning it’s perfect for both professional and personal use.

This being said, you can expect to make the most of it also when having to cover and pack up items safe and secure because it’s difficult to be damaged by temperature changes and there’s no danger of vermin anywhere near your belongings. Regardless whether you’re relocating, wrapping presents for loved ones or preparing for a trip, choosing foil tape is a handy solution.

Depending on what you require the Tesa tape for you can choose from a variety of sizes and thickness of the aluminium backing.

Insulating the HVAC Ducts

Though many households in Australia rely on HVAC systems to heat and cool not many remember to regularly check the ducts and this is where potential energy waste happens, knowing how easy it is to lose air because of improperly connected ducts, holes and leaks.

To be able to prevent this from happening and have money go down the drain with extra heating and cooling costs, it’s advisable to insulate the ducts with aluminium tape, starting from inspecting the ducts first, including the joints to ensure they’re tight. Even if the HVAC system is new, it’s best to check early on. In case they aren’t tight, you can seal them by applying the tape, being careful with the application to get the outcome of a smooth surface.

Signs your ducts need attention are inefficient heating and cooling, even if your HVAC unit is among the best, as well as a sudden rise in your utility bills so it’s best to make it your priority to check and maintain them often. Along with cutting down the risk of unexpected costs, you’d be able to prevent dust and bacteria from making their way through in your home, something of importance if there’s a family member suffering from allergy or respiratory issues.

Other Types of Tapes

Apart from the outstanding multi-use aluminium Tesa tape, you have plenty of other options to choose in case your taste or necessities require otherwise. For example, looking for non-staining, non-corrosive and electrically non-conductive, you’d do best opting for single sided foam, also great for sealing like the aluminium, both for domestic and commercial purposes. Additionally it’s ideal for sealing food and beverages too.

Likewise, the polyethylene single sided foam is known for these same uses and you wouldn’t have to worry about food and water contamination due to its non-carcinogenic and non-toxic properties, even when burnt. Other uses of polyethylene tape are concreting, recreational vehicle sealing of canopy and tray as well as draft and water.