Masking tape instead of painters tape?

Can I use Masking tape instead of the blue painters tape for stripes? please quick!

pebblespro2007-11-07T14:57:41Z

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My father-in-law is a professional painter and he used ONLY plain old masking tape if he must tape off an area.. Although, he's so GOOD that he generally doesn't use it much.. good luck

Pumken2007-11-07T14:56:36Z

Painter's tape is a type of masking tape. The difference is that painter's tape can stay on longer (up to 14 days) and supposedly leaves no adhesive and does not damage woodwork, etc. Either will work. Painter's tape is just a little improved over the original. See website:

Anonymous2016-04-03T04:45:12Z

Masking tape is a good, general-purpose tape. It's been around for decades. Painter's tape (blue and now, green) was developed because masking tape tended to let thin paints bleed through, creating rough edges. The other advantage of painter's tape is that the adhesive isn't as tacky, so it will be less likely to lift the finish underneath. If you want peace of mind, I suggest you exchange the masking tape for painter's tape.

paulj22007-11-07T15:45:25Z

Painters tape was developed to minimize the damage done to the surface when it is removed. particularly on new paint, old masking tape will mar the surface when it is removed. if the surface you are taping is older and cured masking tape would work however do not leave it in place for too long (for new paint to dry )or it will pull up the new paint when removed.

Texas Horse Lover2007-11-07T14:58:48Z

NO! Masking tape, if it is old, will come off in little pieces and will take you FOREVER to get off. And if it's not old, it might pull off whatever it's attached to. I know the blue paint is more expensive, but it's much easier to work with. Masking tape is a pain in the neck!!!!

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