Save Money: Top 5 Tapes for Woodworking

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[@wittworks]

🖐️ 5 Tape Starter Pack: lddy.no/1e5hj

[@mmgross144]

Currently sold out.

[@carterscustomrods]

Mike trolled ya on that one 🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣

[@wittworks]

@@mmgross144 just called the HMFIC. check back in an hour. they have the items in stock but the "kit" ran out.

[@scrappyoakswoodcraft]

I had no idea there was so much I could learn about tape in a 9 min video. This was packed with so much info I didn't know I needed. I like it.

[@wittworks]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@connecticutaggie]

Great comment about "friction" and "flow". I have not heard it called that before but the concept is very true. When my son was in HS, he and I joined a Robot Team. The team had previously melted down and the work space was a mess. It took forever finding parts and tools. The previous mentor left and I came in to help. Over the winter we brought the robot home to my shop to get it to the point the team could be proud of and get some momentum back. My son also get the experience on how much quicker and smoother things work in an organized work space. When we got back, the first thing he wanted to do (besides showing off the upgraded robot) was to clean and organize the space.

[@wittworks]

Wow! Thank you for sharing. It’s so true.

[@CordellWoodworks]

As a software engineer, I sometimes spend more time during my work day trying to reach a flow state than I do actually working… 😅

[@wittworks]

Same!

[@jprz3837]

Pretty sure this is the case with most critical thinking skills/crafts. Agree with you 100%

[@wittworks]

That explains why I get my best work done before the kids get up and hours after they go to bed

[@lucasbiaggini]

It's like writing a scientific paper. 90% of the time is getting in the flow.

[@Menuki]

Thing about the flow state is that being in it for only 25% of the time achieves more than struggling 90% of the time.

[@OldePhart]

after 30 years in church media tech I can recognize a pastors voice and you absolutely have it :)

[@wittworks]

You got it. Recognize that I grew up in the sound booth too? I’m a shure guy.

[@OldePhart]

@@wittworks 58's were the bomb back in the day. Tough as nails too.

[@wittworks]

Yep. I like the sound of beta87 better but it’s hard to destroy a sm58

[@ChadsCustomCreations]

Thicker than an orthopedic shoe got me 😂 Editor did a great job, I was stuck to the screen like a wad of 3M VHB tape.

[@wittworks]

Hahahahha

[@soxfan7177]

The concept of “friction”… so incredibly on point in woodworking and in life. Eliminating friction is something I think about all the time, and so cool you’ve given this subtle yet incredibly powerful idea the recognition it deserves. Love it!

[@wittworks]

Thanks!

[@polerin]

Yeah I am really enjoying this part of the discussion. The only thing that I would note that there are times to increase friction, mostly when the operation in question is dangerous and you need to ensure it isn't started accidentally, when you want to make sure that certain things are started prior to some other operation, or to shape user behavior towards a desired behavior. Things like how saw stop makes you specifically bypass the safety, and how that bypass takes a few seconds are a great example of conditions 1 and 2. It means you can't accidentally turn it off, and by making it a bit of a pain it makes it less likely that people will turn it off just because.

[@wittworks]

@@polerin 10000% thank you for pointing that out 🌭

[@soxfan7177]

@@polerin Yes - excellent point. Safety is an area where we intentionally create friction through procedure, process, checklists, etc. It certainly has it’s place in woodworking (and in life!)

[@jmrivera83]

Solid choice of tapes! The only addition that I would add it gaffers tape. In addition to the tapes you mentioned, I use the stuff all the time. It is basically duct tape but not messy and will not leave any residue behind. It's great for so much in the shop, especially temporary holding, jigs, and extra holding for turning on the lathe.

[@wittworks]

I love gaffers tape. Used to use it all the time. Haven’t in a while. Is it still $20 a roll? 😭😭😭

[@jmrivera83]

@Wittworks It is unfortunately, but I haven't found anything cheaper to replace it. You can find it for a few bucks cheaper directly from the manufacturer, but it's still pretty expensive for tape. Luckily, a little goes a long way and a roll will last me awhile.

[@cabman86]

I've been using double sided carpet tape. It's cheap and works great.

[@Guardian_Arias]

HVAC Aluminum foil tape, great for duct repair on vacuums and dust collectors and can act as a grounding strip for antistatic purposes. But my favorite use is to make temporary rigid structures like dust chutes and shrouds by layering the tape tearing it to give it natural curvatures and then add more layers to seal it back up. Plus there is no solution more permanent than a temporary solution and since its basically laminated aluminum its lightweight and durable enough to act as such.

[@MrMeasureTwice]

As an ADHD Woodworker, flow is 'nearly' impossible, but, I have found that having everything on the walls is a huge help for me. Toolboxes are horrible for me, so are cabinets. Thanks for the quality videos, having a bit of fun along the way [Hi Kevin] and staying on point.

[@wittworks]

Thanks! I'm not officially ADHD, but sometimes I feel like I am when I can't focus. Or is that ADD? I'd google it but I have another I idea I just got.

[@isaacholzwarth]

I'm right there with you. Hard to get into flow, and I'm messy as heck while working. One thing that has greatly helped was starting to use a tool belt. I thought it was so dumb at first, thought I looked like an idiot, but now I have all the things I use most right at my finger tips, it's great. I just use the cheap $20 leather one from Menards, nothing fancy.

[@wittworks]

That’s great! I use a one sided cheap $10 belt from husky. Holds all the necessities

[@polerin]

@@isaacholzwarth absolutely feel you on that ADHD front.. I got an apron and keep it stocked with pencils, two+ knives, my marking gauge, and a combo square. Basically everything that I need to go searching for. Oddly enough, streaming helps.. having someone to talk to and knowing that I am sorta performing helps get some of that out of the way.

[@milleradam98]

Omg the panel glue up with tape!!! DO THE TAPE PANEL GLUE UP!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@wittworks]

Okay. Might need to raise some funds for the walnut and tape budget!

[@chaosplan]

I am a certifiable tape junkie, can’t get enough. I love the smell of tape! Here are a couple favorites that weren’t in your list: *Exterior Surface Tape* - (Scotch #2097) _Yellow thin plastic, medium strong adhesive, no residue, no stretch, water resistant, and takes Sharpie perfectly. I use mostly for labels. Wish it came in other colors._ *white paper artists tape* - _Smooth white tape, medium adhesive, no residue, great for labels._ *black ph neutral artist tape* - _Matte, jet black, no residue. I use it to black out logos on black things like electronics. I also use it to block overly bright LEDs on modems and nightlights, use a pinhole for teeny tiny lights._ *self fusing silicone tape* - _Super stretchy tape only sticks to itself, good for making things grippy or tightly binding objects._ *reinforced kraft paper tape* - _Classic gummed paper box tape adhesive requires moisture. If you ship products, nothing is better for sealing cardboard boxes._

[@wittworks]

I SMELL at part 2...

[@waynebrissette9459]

For my template needs, I use carpet tape. It's inexpensive and comes off without leaving residue (as long as it's removed within a reasonable time), and on most wood doesn't seem to tear the fibers. The bonus is you can find it at nearly every big box store.

[@GoblinSpanker]

Agreed. Carpet tape is your (my) best friend.

[@mmgross144]

For use with water-based finishes where you want to mask-off an area and prevent any bleeding under the surface (which regular blue painters tape fails to accomplish) use Frog Tape (which comes in green for medium tack or yellow for light tack). For oil based, shellac, or lacquer finishes use Scotch blue microfiber tape.

[@DC_DC_DC_DC]

This must be included in the next tape video!

[@arnoldolorenzo3474]

I’d love to see that video of you making furniture with only tape for adhesive, yes please. Looks fun.

[@MikeGalusha]

Years ago I built a set of golf clubs, turns out that golf club grip tape is double sided and works well in shop, easy to come by.

[@wittworks]

I’ll check it out!

[@JamesRusselltheLoveMuscle]

Not only did I walk away from this video more informed, I walked away entertained as well. I've watched a ton of woodworking channels over the years, including yours, and I wouldn't be surprised to see yours become one of the top KZbin woodworking channels in time, a lot of the others do Rockler level woodworking but their delivery is only Harbor Freight level. Your delivery is spot on, keep up the good work.

[@KirasKatt]

I'm buying my first home soon, and am planning on doing most of the projects myself. This is super helpful, thank you!

[@erichenao6537]

LOVING this channel. Snark. Calling out offenders. Humor. And damn good information. Keep plugging man, this channel is gonna catch fire. and yes…table put together with only tape!

[@wittworks]

Thank you! Going to need to 100x my patreon and get more than 2 members to afford the walnut and tape.

[@erichenao6537]

@@wittworks LOL. PLYWOOD. Down and dirty. It's for guffaws.

[@soxfan7177]

Another exceptional video! Haven’t seen one like it in the subject, answers a bunch of questions I had, and wonderful info and delivery, as always. Could watch your videos all day! Thanks for all your work!

[@wittworks]

Thank you! The important question: Red Sox or White Sox?

[@Christopher_Gibbons]

Thank you for actually giving specific advice. I am getting really tired of the usual "experiment and see what is right for you, there are no wrong answers." Of course there are wrong answers. I have a shop full of them.

[@wittworks]

A shop full of them! Funny. Thank you.

[@mathewcampbell8479]

This is a great video mate. Although I've come to pretty much the same conclusions over years of experimentation, it's awesome that you've imparted this knowledge as a starting point for many...

[@williamreinhard]

I know about flow state but it never occurred to me that it applies to woodworking. Really explains why I'm always trying to improve my shop and get more efficient. I haven't really found flow state yet...

[@wittworks]

Keep at it!

[@eugenetswong]

Hi. KZbin recommended this video, and it seems good. You have great production value, and your tips are awesome. Thank you.

[@wittworks]

😊

[@Damon_Barber]

Yes, please… make me laugh at your expense. 😉 Table top tape up. The wave of the future!

[@rf8driver]

Your tape list is a jewel, I too have a drawer full of mostly useless rolls that are unidentifiable and past their prime. You could probably sell a poster with tape info, for forgetful old geezers, like me. Point of interest: I received a new plane blade in the mail today from Taylor Toolworks, and their address, surprisingly was only 6 miles away, in Columbia, Missouri. Naturally I had to visit and meet the nice people. As a result your KZbin site was recommended to me. Of course I subscribed. The flow is working for some unknown reason four days ago I was notified that I won the Popular Woodworking Grand Prize this year, a PantoRouter. It will be on the porch Monday. Keep up the good work and you will be right up there with the big three. Stan S

[@karlkeach5564]

Fantastic video, excellent information presented. Keep them up, love your humor!

[@mapp0v0]

My favorite is the black masking tape you can buy in Korea. Strong, reusable bond. I use it for things like holding battery compartment lids on. There is an amazing variety of double sided tapes available in Korea.

[@wittworks]

What?!?! I never knew. I need to get some somehow.

[@mapp0v0]

@@wittworks I've only found it in Korea, always stock up when I'm there.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Nice vid Drew! I've used 3M 922 a lot in the past and it's also a great double sided tape, though hard to find unless you have an industrial supplier. The residue can be peeled off like a booger

[@wittworks]

Booger. You would. Thank you!

[@brettturner6993]

Once again a video with useful information that I’ll use to improve my woodworking flow, thanks!

[@wittworks]

Thank you Brett! That’s the goal. 🎯

[@mattschreiber4251]

So happy to finally see someone call out that ridiculous CA/painter’s tape crap. It’s just a bad idea. Speed tape is so much faster, more reliable, and reduces chances of getting a bunch of crap on your material.

[@wittworks]

For sure.

[@wobblyarrowsignworks]

I didn't know I wanted, or needed more info on this topic. But apparently I did.. who knew 🤷‍♂️.. Thanks man!

[@wittworks]

Just here to meet your unconscious needs…

[@peterrud3850]

I know that i am a nerd, cours i watch the full length video about tapes FLOW is a must :)

[@wittworks]

Welcome to the Nerd Club. 🤓

[@GetHandsDirty]

Great video, Witt! I love vetwrap and it was a nice surprise seeing it mentioned here :) A similar concept tape (only sticks to itself) is also used by drummers to increase the grip on drumsticks or to wrap around fingers to prevent blisters and calluses. I love tape and all these new inventions. I agree: double-sided tape makes so much more sense.

[@wittworks]

Trying real hard not to fanboy right now… I’m a drummer! How dare you contradict all the trolls who love their painters tape trick.

[@dtork47]

I agree, took me a long time to find adequate dbl sided tape. I like the glue tape idea instead of aerosol contact glue, gotta try that stuff! Always great info, thanks.

[@prdgrizzly7551]

Awesome man! Love your videos - highly informative. I also like you link to vendors other than Amazon - support others!

[@DC_DC_DC_DC]

I think you should contact the manufacturer or distributor/importer of that speed tape to ask if they want to sponsor you with an excessive amount of tape for the table or furniture build series in exchange for some public attention with branding very visible

[@wittworks]

Good idea

[@jonfritter295]

Oh do I love being in that flow! Love your videos, keep them coming.

[@wittworks]

Thank you. Will do. Got a similar sanding tricks video next week

[@snoius6302]

Just a note on the 3M Vetwrap material, they make a non-latex version. Just lookup Coban NL in your search of choice.

[@wittworks]

Good to know!

[@billyblackie9417]

Good kind of knowledge to know when choosing tapes especially for wood working and hobbies. Great video good man

[@billyblackie9417]

Thanks

[@brianhackett9649]

I know what you mean by flow. The flow that i experience makes me wonder why so many woodworkers listen to music or, unbelievably, have TVs in their workshops. When i'm in the zone, it's the closest i get to what my therapist wife refers to as mindfulness. Completely present and on task. However, employing the Blue Tape Trick does not interfere with that - i don't experience and "friction" when doing that step because i've already anticipated it and i kind of love it as a hack. That being said, i am interested in the Speed Tape and will most likely give it a try.

[@MyGrowthRings]

I’ve been using SpecTape since the 1990’s and one application that finally fully won me over was when I was using it, along with screws to attach a bowl blank to a faceplate. I had been experiencing some slight shifting between the faceplate and the wood block and I figured that the tape would be good insurance. The bowl was roughly 12” in diameter and a few inches deep, and after turning it to shape and sanding it smooth I went to remove it from the faceplate, only to learn to my shock that I never installed the screws! This isn’t a practice that I would condone, but it removed all my fear of trusting the bond from SpecTape. One more tape that I use frequently is FastCap’s SpeedTape, but that’s when I want a permanent to semi-permanent bond. Great vid. Scott

[@scruffysanta8442]

Stopped by after the 731 Live Edge show... liked this video and learned a lot more than I thought I needed to know about tape.

[@wittworks]

Thank you Santa

[@kenerickson4923]

I love the double-sided tape that you link to from Taylor Tools. I have bought others and have been disappointed. In fact, Taylor Tools is one of my "go to" sources for MANY things.

[@ryanm2214]

I love the flow! Thanks for the tips!

[@CraigHollabaugh]

After your friction comment, I now know a shop reorg is in my future. Thanks for the video.

[@wittworks]

For sure! Look up Adam Savages “first order retrieval” video

[@CraigHollabaugh]

@@wittworks Watching now, thanks.

[@CraigHollabaugh]

That was good, I should do it knowing that I'll do it again and again.

[@JasonGrissom]

Another great video Drew! I've been using the tape and CA glue method for awhile now because I got tired of searching for a double sided tape that checked all the boxes. I will definitely be giving the tape you recommended a shot. Thanks for sharing the knowledge and experience!

[@wittworks]

thanks!

[@Youngarchitect]

Great video! I recently hung a paper towel holder in my shop to hold my most used tapes. It’s easier then opening that big drawer full of tape you mentioned.😂

[@wittworks]

I need to do something like that!

[@connecticutaggie]

My go to double-sided tape is carpet tape. Super easy to get. Another tape I really like it Nano Tape. It is the same tape as 3M Combat hooks use.

[@wittworks]

Nano…I’ll check it out!

[@lincolndickerson1293]

I know the flow. I experienced it many years ago working on cars with my cousin, I experience it regularly as a software engineer, and also in the shop doing woodworking. It used be called being in the zone. Regardless it is a euphoric place and I love when it happens.

[@wittworks]

Yes! In the zone. In the groove. Flow. Next time I get in a writing flow I’ll brainstorm 50 different ways to describe it!

[@lincolndickerson1293]

@@wittworks So there have been so many days where I start working on something, software, woodworking… and enter the zone before breakfast (dark outside because I am an early riser) get in the zone and then suddenly feel hungry, look up and ask myself, “When did it get dark?”, and realize I have missed 3 meals. Truthfully I consider these my best days especially when I see what I have created. This happens to me anytime of year, even in late June.

[@robertrussell6614]

Helpful stuff. I didn't know green tape was different from blue! Inspire Woodcraft has some really helpful double sided tape tips that make using it a more pleasant experience.

[@webtrucker1]

I'm ALWAYS up for someone else spending their money to amuse me.

[@wittworks]

🤪

[@lincolndickerson1293]

Great video! This I learned from Rob Cosman, hockey tape. I mean he is Canadian… I use it on the handles of clamps applied like on a hockey stick. I have used it on other shop tools like plastic nobs, some tool handles. It increases grip and leverage making so many things easier.

[@wittworks]

Thank you. I’m in south texas. Going to google this “hockey” word…

[@CoolAsFreya]

Blue painters tape for flat surfaces, green painters tape for curved or rounded surfaces, that's my golden rule when it comes to actually masking for painting or spraying. But these tips and tricks certainly make me think more about how the different tapes can be used in other ways!

[@wittworks]

Great rule to live by!

[@tonyworkswood]

Never new so many tapes existed, thanks for the info. I used to have a frictionless workshop with everything in it's place. Now it's like an obstacle course its so annoying. Tony

[@DirkieB]

Oh my. Mind blown. Using double sided tape for extended miter fence! How am I only seeing that trick now! Thank YOU !

[@wittworks]

Thank you! Check this one out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIjZqZuJlq5spM0

[@DirkieB]

@@wittworks Thanks for that video! I absolutely despise my miter saw. Considering buying the expensive green one in the hopes that it will magically solve all my issues. I'll try your tips from that video first!

[@wittworks]

I have two friends that have the Kapex. They both love it.

[@Shirlbw54]

I checked the individual prices on the starter pack, and it is a pretty good deal. No wonder it's sold out, but you can get on the waiting list. Very informative video! The only thing I can add is that you can sometimes find the Vet's tape at the dollar store. Good for a first aid kit too!

[@wittworks]

sold out!?!?! what?!?!

[@wittworks]

check back in an hour. they have the items in stock but the "kit" ran out.

[@sirmanj]

ATG tape gun. Total game changer. Annoying cause the gun is expensive and the tape only comes in 12 packs, but it has different tack levels and makes applying tape so easy.

[@wittworks]

I’ll check it out!

[@joegonzalez6346]

Dude, you’re the best! Thanks for all your work and videos. Strong content and knowledge always!

[@wittworks]

Thank you

[@joegonzalez6346]

@@wittworks keep being you (honest, unadulterated)! Great stuff

[@wittworks]

Will do. That’s the only way I know.

[@dovgoldstein3755]

Great video as usual. Pointer for you: I use the blue cohesive roll you referred to and no, it does not have natural rubber latex in it if it's Coflex brand (the one we use in our hospital), and probably other brands like the 3M version called Coban also have latex-free versions these days. Keep putting out these great videos Thank you!

[@wittworks]

thank you

[@ehRalph]

Good info, didn’t know about the permanent tape. I use a plastic kitchen cutting board to slice smaller strips of tape as needed. Another handy tape for projects is Agridrain Amazing Tape it’s extremely durable and very thin pvc, stretchable tape designed for drainage pipe, wet or dry application

[@eugenetswong]

By the way, your tip for a hand grip, and your comment about shoe insole finally gave me the inspiration that I need to make a stand and cushion for my tablet using cling wrap. I've been brainstorming for 6-12 months. Instead of throwing the wrap in the garbage, I can wrap an external battery with enough wrap to ensure that it is a nice cushion for when I want to quickly put my tablet down. To use it as a stand. I can also attach stuff to the battery. I can put more padding in 1 place to protect the battery, if it falls. I hope that I make sense.

[@wittworks]

Nice!

[@JCMoorer]

Great video, man. Super helpful. Thanks!

[@cbdeandc]

I use gaffer's tape for a number of things that people often use duct tape for. Tears easily, sticks better than duct tape, leaves no residue. Bind up extension chords, hold together bundles of small parts, depth stop for drill bits, etc. It is tape specifically made for theatrical use for holding chord, taping chords to floor, temporarily holding equipment when a clamp is awkward.

[@DESX312]

I'm in the A/V industry and gaffers tape is without question the tape we use the most. Hell, probably the tape I use the most--period. I don't even use electrical tape as much and we run huge bundles of fiber and CAT cables all the time.

[@wittworks]

I used to be a stage hand! I had my own gaff tape with my name on the inside written with a sharpie. That stuff grows legs!

[@wittworks]

Yes. It’s so expensive! I’ve used it for years

[@louisfbrooks]

I have used the green and blue tape for years and never knew the difference. Another good video. And of course we want to see you spend a bunch of money building a table with only double sided tape and it will have to be walnut. Go for broke and make it a river table too.

[@wittworks]

🫣

[@nickbailey202]

Dude, it would be seriously funny to make a very nice, walnut top, finished with Rubio...but the panel joined with speed tape. 20 hours of work, then you lift it to bring inside and it folds like playing cards.

[@wittworks]

Done. Maybe I can do a coffee table.

[@nickbailey202]

@@wittworks seriously though, you could probably glue it up after the fact and make it totally usable

[@TheOlsonOutfit]

I used that Fastcap tape to veneer a table top. Saved me from having to buy expensive vacuum equipment. (I learned about in a video from Xyla Foxlin wherein she veneered a rocket!) As for avoiding tear out, nothing beats a knife-wall. As for

[@Techno_Nomadic]

Just to throw it out there, but there are a few non-tape adhesives worth mentioning, two of them are cousins: Rubber Cement and Contact Cement. Brush in a bottle type stuff, mess is minimal. Rubber cement is temporary and can even be removed from paper, clean up is a little rubbing with a finger. Try a little on the back of sandpaper to stop it from sliding around on a sanding block. Contact cement is permanent and it sticks to itself. Apply it to both sides, press together then pull apart, leave to set. Bonds instantly when put back together and gets especially strong if clamped a while. It's the bees' knees for things like shoe repair, or like in the video, adding a pad to a sanding block. I get why tape was chosen, but for some things, there is a right tool. Just use with ventilation unless that's your thing.

[@wittworks]

Totally. I was going to add some of that in the video with epoxies and different ca glues but I thought it may get too complicated

[@Techno_Nomadic]

@@wittworks Cements like these kind of belong in their own group, just like epoxies. Bottle glues are pretty straight forward unlike others. It's like shellac vs. poly until an old timer shows up with a brick of steel wool and jug of linseed.

[@liquidrockaquatics3900]

Just a heads up, the coban (vet wrap) is sold in farm supply stores for cheap and is called horse wrap. Half price or less than medical grade, but it is literally the exact same. Oh, and double sided carpet tape would probably be a good option too for double sided

[@johnshipps441]

I’m a new sub and really loving your content - keep it up! Also, I’m a relatively new woodworker so my mind is a sponge cuz there’s so much to learn. Now, it’s a sponge clogged with tape and I couldn’t be happier, or wiser. And since you offered, I’d very much like you to spend your money so I can laugh! 😂

[@NWGR]

Great video, thanks for posting! I don't use blue tape nearly as much as I thought I would. I tend to use packing tape for miters and the like; it holds better, has some stretch and is fairly inexpensive. I love the double sided tape from taytools for the reasons you mentioned. You can leave a "tail" on it to make removing the backing easier; Jodee at inspirewoodcraft has a video demonstrating this. One tape I use a ton is 3m's automotive refinishing tape. It's bright yellow, so labeling things with it makes them super easy to identify, strong tack, and removes cleanly. I probably won't ever use the blue tape and ca glue trick. Double sided tape hasn't failed me yet, and it's cheaper overall. edit to add: Two more tapes I wouldn't be without: 3M's dual lock (basically the "grown-up" version of velcro) and silicone tape, which works great on dust collection joints.

[@wittworks]

Those are great tips! I think we might need to do a part 2

[@AaronGeller]

Literally just saw Matt from 731 use this in a shorts just before watching your video 🤣

[@wittworks]

What?!?!? That guy! 🤪

[@Thumbsdwn]

One other thing to be aware of when using tape is what sort of release-time they are rated for. Blue tape will release great from a project if only left on for a few days, but wait a couple weeks and the tape will really adhere to the part.

[@wittworks]

True. I had that in my notes and forgot to mention it. 🤦‍♂️ hope you didn’t hit the dislike button. If so. Just hit it a second time to emphasize it. 🤪

[@Thumbsdwn]

@@wittworks I learned that the hard way, as I'm sure others have. I hit it three times, that's, even better right?

[@wittworks]

🤦‍♂️

[@Thumbsdwn]

@@wittworks this is too confusing, I'll just press the white oval to the left of both buttons

[@wittworks]

I have failed.

[@jonathanphares7898]

Didn't know the green tape in my cabinet has stretch. Now I do and will use it. Thanks for the education!

[@wittworks]

Thank you. I didn’t know for a while too! It’s slight but it’s there.

[@MikeTaylorToolworks]

All the 2M green tape has elongation. Not sure about other brands of green tape like the amphibian stuff.

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

I can vouch for 3M Blue and TayTools' double sided tape.

[@keithcagan9865]

Wish I saw this 2mo ago. Was trying to assemble a cabinet with pocket holes on outside and took forever to get panels clamped just right. Once I watched the video, got that “aha” moment. I could have used double sided tape for initial alignment then flipped over the cabinet carcass. Thx for all that you do

[@wittworks]

You’re welcome! That’s a great idea!

[@codyhufstetler643]

I could spot that spectape from a mile away. We use that at work for all kinds of stuff, including fixturing very delicate items. We even used it once to prevent a vibratory sieve from walking across the floor. It's great.

[@wittworks]

Nicely done!

[@michaelstark703]

Hell my whole work ethic is friction, can’t change now. Like your videos.

[@wittworks]

Haha

[@Advcrazy]

Hell yes to the speed tape glue up!

[@wittworks]

🤪

[@robhackett3]

You earned a fan at the no friction topic

[@wittworks]

Oh thank you! I wondered if that was too much and would get people to click off. The most important part of the video in my opinion.

[@ehudgavron9086]

LOL great @AdamSavage reference. Great description. If you're ever in Tucson, AZ, holler up.

[@penn9363]

Not a specific tape but adding a dispenser to the mix is pretty amazing. not for the medical tape but for the painters tape particularly. It's awesome.

[@wittworks]

Man! Great idea. I just found one I like after many 3D printed fails. Should have shown that!

[@kevinv.688]

great video, YES!!!!! speed tape table build, I would love to see that video. Cheers!!!

[@wittworks]

Thank you Kevin

[@polerin]

Re:the medical grip tape, if you need extra friction for a tool handle, check out hockey tape. It is cheap, strong as heck, and can even be used to minimize dings/wear on parts of a tool that might be susceptible to that kind of thing.

[@wittworks]

I plan on it! Thank you

[@polerin]

@@wittworks no problem! I used it to cap the toes on my derby skates for years, 6 cross laminated layers would hold up for months, even skating outside on an abrasive surface where toe drags will eat most things up.

[@jonathanlyons1411]

Nice focus on tape. I completely agree about flow but as you said, it’s largely about keeping things at your fingertips. For me, that includes my glue basket on the French cleat over my bench. It won’t hurt to try a method that reduces one more step though.

[@wittworks]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jonathaneifrig4708]

Half of the time it's just knowing what something is called: for your double-sided tape quest, search for 'carpet tape'. That's what I used when I needed a temporary block on the table of my miter saw when cutting crown molding recently. Easy on, easy off....

[@wittworks]

I’ve lost count of the times I’ve stared at a blank Google page trying to think of what to type.

[@MayorMcCheese2000]

The good double sided tape is often referred to as "turners tape" fyi for anyone looking to find it on amazon etc.

[@wittworks]

Nice tip

[@carterscustomrods]

I'm sure people have mentioned the 3M VHB tape. I tested it last year on a board that I clamped to a joist beam in my garage. After a few days, I went to remove it, and I gave up not wanting to damage the beam... It will remain there until the wrath of time says otherwise. Lol

[@Luvs2fish76]

X-fasten double sided for woodworking is my go to

[@briannelson4122]

Good , helpful video! Lots of info, lots of it I knew, but the two I didn't were the permanent tape and a good double sided tape. Thanks alot for the links! By the way, love your vids, you have a talent for this medium my friend, keep it up!

[@wittworks]

Thank you Brian thank you 🙏

[@G36934]

I thought this was going to be click bait but it was a good video. thanks!

[@wittworks]

Thanks! I aim for “legit bait”

[@ubidefeo]

I don't know about the US market, but in Europe a much cheaper alternative to Fastcap is Tesa 4970. Maybe Fastcap is an imported product and its price tag comes with the burden of bringing it over here. Tesa is really thin, strong, fairly easy to remove (don't exceed, it holds extremely well) and leaves behind little to no residue. Comes in at 0.225mm (0.0089in) and I use it to hold pieces on my CNC. The smallest width is 9mm (0.35in). It is by far my favourite double-sided tape :)

[@wittworks]

Thank you! I recently saw Tessa in a Alex Chappell video and wondered about it. Haven’t seen it in the states but I’ll look for it!

[@Matt_Foley]

I keep on hand around 25 rolls of different kinds of tape and I would never live without any of them. Seems excessive, but they all serve a specific purpose and I know what each one works best for in different applications. I saved a bunch of 3" plastic cores that come on rolls of graphic materials that reduces the core diameter from 3" to 1". Each roll of tape gets one inserted and then placed on a 7/8" dowel rod that runs underneath one of my shelves. All 25 rolls are in one place, neatly displayed in front of me. I can cut off pieces from there or easily remove it from the shelf and take it with me. It’s one of the best organizational decisions I’ve ever made.

[@TheWeekendWoodshop]

Anytime someone offers to spend a lot of money to make me laugh I'm inclined to say yes. I'd love to see a video like that 🤣

[@wittworks]

Great. Now I’ll be poor. Time to start pushing 20 affiliate products on a video.

[@SandyMasquith]

Great info, very well presented! I’ve been using that vet tape for a while and it’s amazingly good for protecting the digits. I also use it in the medical aspect when I mess up and cut myself. I try to keep that to a minimum but I also like really sharp tools…. ;). I’ll have to check out that “permanent” tape. Seems like it could solve some tricky issues like attaching external feet to small boxes where screws just can’t work and dowels would be impossible. Thanks again for the great content. :)

[@wittworks]

Thank you Sandy! I’m really surprised with the speed tape. I was skeptical. But it’s STRONG.

[@RobyWanKenobi]

Great video. Spectape is awesome. I spent alot of time dry machining and used it all the time. It's very uniform and predictable. Just don't cut into it, just kiss it with your tool. Once it sticks to the tool it all the dust will stick making alot of scrap. And don't use it to hold bathroom rugs in place.

[@wittworks]

Thank you!

[@Thejakegee]

Man, the color rendering in these videos is exceptional.

[@wittworks]

Thank you for noticing. I spent years refining the color profile and dynamic range on my camera and a custom lut to dial it in.

[@here1am1]

So, much, useful information. Amazing

[@wittworks]

😎

[@DESX312]

Started using the double sided tape method when I saw Tamar first show her template/routing process. Been sold since. I never use CA glue/blue tape method unless absolutely necessary.