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On Camping Sanitation and First Aid

As a new abode in the outdoors for a period of time, a campsite must have similar protection for health and safety as our own homes. Such are basic sanitary amenities for the disposal of wastes such as garbage, waste water, and body wastes.

What are the Do's and Don'ts when it comes to Camp Sanitation and Safety?

These amenities are available in public camping areas. When camping in other places, there must be a plan for waste disposal. The location should be near the fire but not in places where campers usually walk.

How do we eliminate camping garbage?

Wrappings such as paper and plastics should be burned. Nowadays, non-burnable foil or plastic are used over paper packaging. That is why it is best to get in the habit of carrying all the garbage out.

Other garbage that won't be burned must be properly eliminated. Empty tin cans and glass jars should be placed on a plastic bag and be carried in the pack to the trash can. Garbage or other kitchen wastes should never be buried for animals will dig them up.

It is imperative to properly store and get rid of trash and garbage in camp for not doing so will attract pests such as rodents, insects, and other wild animals. Garbage must be taken at least 90 feet away from where you are camping and cooking.

How do we dispose body wastes?

Body waste must be disposed of in a latrine. Organized camping sites mostly have these conveniences. However, when camping in the backwoods or on the wilderness, latrine is to be dug manually.

Place latrine on a secluded area far from the camp site and from the water supply for at least 300 meters or more. It should never be located uphill from the water source for heavy rainfall may cause its contamination.

Over night camping latrines for several persons may be a hole of about 46 centimeters deep and 30 centimeters across. Paddles should be made after every use of the latrine. Cover the hole with dirt before leaving the camping area. Disguise the site by scattering leaves and grasses on top of it.

How do we secure safe drinking water?

Drinking water should be secured for safety. Areas with good water are located in the federal, provincial, and state campsites. When in doubt, it is better to boil water for three minutes to make sure that the water is safe. It would taste even better if poured from one container to another for several times.

Tablets for water-purification may be purchased from camp-equipment suppliers and drug stores. Check for its manufacture date, and follow the directions that go along with its package.
Camping First Aid

Wise campers should know about first aid in treating common injuries such as:

• Cuts
• Blisters
• Sunburns
• Burns
• insect bites
• and scratches

The following supplies are needed:

adhesive bandages
adhesive tape
• needles
• a roll of sterile gauze
• sterile compresses
• a small bottle of antiseptic
• a small tube of burn ointment
• and insect repellant

It is wise to leave the camp site clean. As a matter of fact good campers leave the location as if no one has ever camped there. Fireplaces should be cleaned out. All holes that have been dug should be filled out. For the soil not to be washed out when it rains, leaves should be scattered back on the ground.




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Handmade Card Making Supplies

Most of the handmade card making supplies mentioned here,you probably already have, either on hand or around the house. Don't run out to the store and buy them before looking around...

I'm sure you'll find card making supplies that you can use to create your very own creative cards...

Below are card making supplies I've listed that most people use to create cards...

Paper

Discover card making paper supplies.

Different types of paper you can use to be creative...

You can walk into any craft store and see that they have big varieties of all sorts of paper, from plain to glitter to decorative to extra thin rice paper. It's an endless choice...

I sometimes can't resist the temptation of buying all these different types of paper, but in the end they intend to be costly! You figure they range from 59 cents to 1.99 per single sheet! That's crazy!

I like to be budget minded and get more for what I am spending. It's good to do bargain with different craft stores before making a purchase. But some of us, have to go out of our way to do so!...

Tip: Use what you have and wait for sales and discounts...

Card making paper supplies can be bought in bulk, stocks and kits. Sometimes we see the kits and we only want certain designs or textures. Then we turn to individual paper and you end up spending $20 for 20 sheets when you can spend $20 and get 200 sheets.

I learned that when you buy it by the pack you not only save, you find the use of all the other creative designs for future cards!

Tip: Always keep your scraps. They come in handy for decorative punches, collages and even your envelopes! Use your scraps to decorate your envelopes...So you'll never waste or throw away paper!

After awhile paper can be costly, so try to make every use of it, by recycling them and reusing them for other projects!

Purchasing card making paper supplies...

Card Stocks

They are more ridged than paper. They can be glossy, regular mats or adhesive mats, textured or glittered. You can buy them already cut or as a whole sheet. They offer card stocks by dark colors, pastel or by themes, school, baby and so fort and range from different sizes

Card Kits

Card kits are pre-folded card stocks. Same as basic blank cards. They come with matching envelopes.

Some Craft stores also offer kits with decorative paper and die-cuts for a flat price ranging from 3.99 to 5.99! These are good for gifts, beginners or even kids!

Card making paper supplies are everywhere...Get them at any craft stores near you or here online...

There are many creative projects you can create using different types of paper...

I hope you found this site helpful for your creative card ideas!

Remember, Many trees are being cut down to help us create our creations! Please Recycle!

Envelopes

Create homemade envelopes that match your creative cards... Instead of giving standard size envelopes that are plain. Why not use your left over scraps to decorate it... Turn your envelopes into a work of art!

Tip: If you are mailing your creative cards, be sure not to decorate over the places where we would write the address to and from and where the postal stamp goes. Be sure to weigh it before mailing it out as the postage may vary!

One day I had left over scraps from creating a birthday card. I said to myself, I don't want the card to be very nice and the envelope will look very plain. So I decided to take all the scraps I had left over from that one birthday card and created my very own unique envelope!

You can do almost anything with your envelope, by using multiple handmade card making supplies.

Cutting Mat / Craft Knifes / Scissors / Trimmers

When creating cards, good cutting tools are important. Here are some basic card making tools you'll need to get a neat professional look.

Cutting - Mat

Cutting Mats come in various sizes and are available at any craft stores. Choose one that is big enough for cutting big sized paper. I have a 23inches x 23inches blue mat with measurement squares that I have placed on my work table. It's a perfect size!

Tip: You might consider purchasing a smaller one for travel or smaller pieces of paper

Craft Knife / Scissors

Craft knifes and scissors is a must for card cutting tools. Many crafters like myself like to use X-Acto craft knifes. It is great for detailed paper cutting or to cut big sheets of paper

For those who have difficulty handling sharp knifes, I would advise that you use an X-Acto knife that is safer than a surgical scalpel.

Tip: I found out that many crafters go to local medical suppliers and purchase KAI no. 3 surgical knife and blades, that intend to last quite some time

Scissors is another type of cutting tool that vary in fancy designs. It is use for basically all cutting purposes. Use a big pair for cutting big sheets and use a small sharp one for cutting small, detailed pieces of work...

Important: Please keep all sharp objects away from children!

Tip: If you don't have any caps for your knifes use bottle corks. It will prevent any type of incident

Paper Trimmers / paper Cutters

A paper cutter is another one of my daily cutting tools. It is good for cutting photos, precision cutting and different sizes of paper. I use it to pre-cut big sheets of paper to direct sizes for all my card making.

I hope you find the right cutting tools you need to make neat professional cuts for all your creative cards!

Adhesives / Tapes / Glue sticks

Adhesives, tape and glue sticks are basic handmade card making supplies needed for most creative card projects. Whether you do a collage or just a simple creative photo card...More Info

Finding the right card making glue and adhesives is important. You want your creative cards to last as long as possible and with the right glue and adhesives, you will help ensure that!

Here is a guide to help you choose the right card making glue and adhesives that you can find in any craft store.

Understand the differences between types of glues, tapes and spray adhesives...I did not list any particular brand to use as everyone prefer different types.

Use this guide to experiment your own brand of one and use it to your budget needs and one that fits your type of project!

Let's begin...

Double-sided Adhesive Tape

When we here tape most of us think Scotch tape. Double sided adhesive tape is great for photos and sticking paper to paper.

Many scrap bookers and myself like to use this type of tape. It can be costly. I prefer not to use to many double sided tape for card making. Only when creating creative photo cards.

Tip: Scotch tape can be used for all creative card making, if you prefer to use single sided tape!

Glue Sticks

Glue sticks are CHEAP and easy to use. It various in size that range from glue stick pens to wide dispenser type of glue sticks. There are also colored glue sticks that help, especially when working with kids.

I personally don't like to use glues sticks when creating cards because it's not permanent. It does not stick as well, neither does It bond very securely. I prefer, you use other types of card making glues and adhesives. But this is Great for kids!

Hot Glue

Hot glue comes in the form of solid sticks of glue that are put through a glue gun to be heated and used. I use hot glue guns for all my card making crafts. It is great for embellishments ( like buttons & flowers, etc...) and I save money comparing to buying tape...

Glue guns are relatively cheap, you could get a glue gun and glue sticks at most craft stores from $3 - $10. Glue sticks usually comes in packages of 25 -100 for a few more dollars.

The glue will create spider like strings, but don't worry it can be easily rubbed off. They also offer glitter glue sticks that can be used with your hot glue gun, otherwise it's clear...

Rubber Cement

Rubber cement is thick and creamy glue that dries clear. It can form either a permanent or temporary bond depending on how it is applied

It comes in a dark brown jar and a cap with a attached brush applicator. It can be messy and is ideal for all paper crafting. I personally don't use it for any creative cards as I've always been unlucky with it sticking permanently. Also the smell can be overwhelming after an extended period of time

Self Adhesive Foam Mounting Squares or Circles

Self adhesive foam are usually made of thick foam and are sticky on both sides. They come in various sizes. I don't use any of these!

TIP:

For budget minded people: I buy regular foamies that are 2mm thick and cost me only .49 cents! For a sheet sized at 9 x 12. I cut them to however size or shape I need it, then I add some glue from my glue gun and it's good to go! I buy 2 sheets of white or black and it lasts me for est. 30 cards

It's great for 3-d effects and to make anything you want to pop! You can stack it on top of each other for additional height. Also great for lettering.

Spray Adhesive

Spray adhesive can be used for paper, photos even fabric. I've never used spray adhesive for any of my creative cards because I feel it is better to use it for larger projects such as posters, large photos, or creative boxes.

I have seen it done by other card lovers! And it turned out just fine. Hopefully I'll get to feature a card using spray adhesive. So check back for that link and I can share all about it with you!

Tacky glue

Tacky glue is one of many card making glue used to create cards. It is durable then regular Elmer's glue. It dries clear and creates a long lasting bond. Make sure to read the label to see what type of materials it is best used with.

Tip: If you are in a rush or hurry to get a card done. Do not use tacky glue. It takes a long process to dry and recommend it dry over night.

I don't like to use it on my cards because when it dries, you can see the creation of the glue right through the paper.

Glue pens

Glue pens are great for precision gluing. It works well with glitter and for more detailed designs.

Glue Dots / Glue Roller

There are many different sizes of glue dots and many varieties of glue rollers. They are really great because they are not messy and are really sticky. I don't like to use them because they become very costly. But it's a great expensive glue for your creative card creations!

UHU Glue

UHU glue comes in both tube and stick. Many prefer to use this as their brand of one because it sticks better than others. All access glue can be rubbed off after it dries, using a clean pencil eraser. I've never tried it, but I've read very great reviews about it!

Ink and Ink pads

Ink and inkpads are mainly used for all rubber stamping and scrap booking purposes.

Now you can create different techniques just by knowing what type of ink and inkpads work best for you!

Use this guide to help you decide what type you should use best with your type of projects...

When I first started I used basic colors. I suggest for beginners, you might just like to use the following colors also:

* Black

* White

* Green

* Red

* And Blue

Below are 6 types of ink I am familiar with using...

Versa Color Ultimate Pigment Ink is a great cheap choice. It works really well and I like to use it for many of my creative cards.

Studio G Acid Free Pigment Ink can always be found on sale. I bought these for a $1 and it works great with little design stamps. When times are hard this is the way to go for the cheapest inkpads

Versa Mark Watermark Stamp pad is a must own. I use this type of inkpad for all of my rubber stamping creations. With it you can create very cool looking watermarks on both cards and envelopes.

Brilliance Pigment Inkpad creates a unique look of stamped images. I hardly use this type of ink. But are often used by many card lovers.

Stazon Inkpads are solvent inkpads and will definitely stain the rubber. It can be used for any surface like stamping on plastic.

Tip: Use baby wipes to clean all your stamps.

You might also like Memories Acid Free Dye Ink pads. This type of ink pad is made especially for Hero Arts Shadow Stamps. I like to use soft vanilla and soft leaf. I don't recommend the use for gold and silver because the finished look, intend to be awful. You can decide!

Decorative Punches

I hardly use any decorative card punches, but I know many creative card lovers that do and they love it!

Some have such intricate designs that many just love to use it to create handmade cards.

When you first begin making homemade cards, you will just have to get a few. I personally have never bought any because they just cost too expensive.

But these decorative designs can last you a lifetime and once you start to use them you'll notice their so easy to use and fun to create designable cards with!

Here are some of the basic patterns you might like:

* Corner punches or corner rounder. There great to use if you like to round off your corners. I like to use them with photos.

* Basic Shape punches. Squares, diamonds, circles, triangles, rectangles, hearts etc... They also vary in size.

* Long reach punches. Allows youto punch deeper into the inside of a card or any craft project.

* Leaves and flowers: If you love floral designs. They have a great selection on leaves and flowers that you can use for any garden or floral card ideas you have in mind

* Punch Aid. This is a great tool especially for those that love to punch a lot. I have a friend who owns one and she loves this tool. It's one of her favorites.

Card Making Embellishments

Use this guide below to see some of the many creative card making embellishments you can use on your creative cards...

There are many things we would like to consider using on our cards. Here are some card making embellishments that you can use to add glamor, and 3-d effects to your card creations.

Many of these embellishments are like stickers, eyelets, tassels, glitter, and many more.

Creative Card Making Embellishments:

* Eyelets: There are many ways you can use eyelets. It is great for attaching clear plastic, vellum, and tags to any homemade card. You can use it for your hole punches in your card and weave wire through it.

* Brads: They are similar to eyelets but brads don't have a hole through them. There also great for attachments and tags. Some come in decorated designs like flowers, buttons and snowflakes. They also come in color coordinate with seasons.

* Buttons: Before throwing out any loose buttons. Keep them. They make great card embellishments for any card. I used them in a creative Christmas card idea, and strung them on the tree as ornaments. So don't throw them out.

* Alphabet Beads: You can string names, words or sayings for example... "L-O-V-E" or "B-A-B-Y", birthday, wedding or even personal names.

More creative card making embellishments...

* Fibers: Look for any fibers you might have laying around or just so happen to come across. They are great for hanging tags, lining envelopes, stringing letters like your alphabet beads and creating bows.

* Metallic Threads: They come in many different colors and are great for creating creative tassels. You can also use them to create embroidery cards.

* Ribbons: I love to use ribbons to line my envelopes with or make bows. You can attach ribbons to any of your creative homemade cards.

Tip: You can find many card embellishments to use, like in your closets, drawers, storage bins. Remember to look before you throw away everything. Even tell friends and family they might have some things you could recycle and use for your card making embellishments.

Rubber Stamping

All about rubber stamping supplies.

Below are some of the most common creative rubber stamping supplies and tools we've either used or are going to use when creating creative cards.

Rubber stamps comes in many variety ways: Clear stamps, wood stamps, felt stamps and even eraser pads that you can create stamps out of.

I personally don't like to use stamps as much. I feel that stamps can only be used in so many ways and they only have so many designs before many will be using the same stamps.

Although rubber stamping can become addictive when you start creating creative cards. You'll want to own every design out there and every image for every occasion.

Creative rubber stamping supplies come in shapes, images, alphabets and can be worked with for many different creative card ideas.

Here are techniques you can use with all your rubber stamps:

You can do:

* Embossing

* Wrapping paper

* Water Marking

* Simple stamping

* Decorating envelopes

* Backgrounds

* And many more!

Here are some of the basic creative rubber stamping supplies that will do with any card making.

Remember, you do not need all of them some can even be substitute with items around the house.

* Clear Stamps: Clear stamps can in deed be costly. Most of them don't even come with clear blocks for you to put your stamp on and create clear images. So before buying clear stamps think of its costly price.

* Wooded Stamps: They are the most common stamps that has been around for many years. Their cheap and some come with out wooded blocks, but that is okay because some don't need them. They have a wide range of variety selections to choose from. This is where you would like to start. Here is a guide on recommended ink and ink pads.

* Roller Stamps: I like to call them roller stamps, because they roll out beautiful borders on your cards. They are great for creating borders on tags, cards and envelopes.

Tip: Use baby wipes to clean all your rubber stamps. Rinse them and leave it to dry. Don't buy expensive rubber stamp cleaners as they do not work as good as baby wipes. It gets it clean!

Creative Rubber stamping Tools...

* Heat Gun: The Milwaukee heat gun is one of the most favorable heat gun used for embossing. It is inexpensive and it does the job well. I've known of people who actually use hot plates which can be sufficient, but I wouldn't want to take the chance of burning any cards.

* Brayer: They brayer is very useful when creating creative cards. It is create for creating background on any card or envelope or any creative project you have in mind. Roll it on any multicolor ink pad, get it evenly on the rubber and roll away! You probably would want to include this tool on your creative rubber stamping supplies list if you do not own one yet.

* Embossing Markers: You can apply them directly to your rubber stamps using different colors for the image. Let them dry and then add your embossing powder on them. Then use them and apply them to your cards. I've learned that clear embossing powder works best!

Tip: Be sure to store your markers in a cool place to avoid drying out.

Today there are many rubber stamping companies with their own in house artist that design such images. Check out all the different companies and see which type of rubber stamps will work best for you.

Once you make an investment in stamps there are many enjoyable projects you can do with them and they will last you a very long time.

I hope all these handmade card making tools were helpful to you!. Don't think you have to go out of your way to purchase all of this. Start small and once you get into doing your very own favorite hobby rather it is card making or scrapbooking, slowly you'll start to collect many of these supplies. And before you know it you'll have quite a collection! Have fun and enjoy creating creative crafts.




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5 Things You Must Do If You Want To Create a First Aid Kit For Your Family

1. Accidents and medical emergencies in the home happen frequently. Maybe more frequently than we realize.

Statistics show a fatal injury occurs every 18 minutes in homes across America and every 4 seconds a disabling injury could occur. Accidents occur from falls, fire, burns, choking and poisoning.

2. Every home should have at least one first Aid Kit that is well stocked and readily available.

First Aid Kits are used most often for minor injuries such as cuts, sunburns or bites. Having a well stocked First Aid Kit available can save someone's life in a serious accident.

3. A First Aid Kit won't be any good to you if you don't know how to use it.

Make sure you have a guide in your kit from a reliable source. It should have the latest medical advice and be easy to understand, particularly under stress.

4. There are 5 categories that are imperative in your First Aid Kit

5. Instruments

Pointed tweezers for removing splinters

Disposable latex or non latex gloves

Small rounded-tipped scissors for cutting tape, clothes or bandages

Breathing Barrier for performing CPR

Thermometer-either digital or mercury

Ice Bag

Eye Patches

Oral medicine syringe

Bandages that are good quality. A variety of all sizes to dress a variety of wounds

One dozen individually wrapped sterile gauze pads 2" X 2"

Six non-stick gauze bandages

Six individually wrapped sterile gauze pads 4" X 4"

One roll 2" gauze bandage

One roll 5" gauze bandage

Elastic bandages

Triangular Bandages

Adhesive Tape

6. Antiseptics

Antiseptics such as Hydrogen Peroxide to kill germs.
Antibacterial cream or ointment . This is good for cuts ,scrapes and insect bites.

7. Medicines

Over the counter medicines such as antihistamine
cough suppressant
aspirin
syrup of ipecac in case someone ingests poison. This should only be used after calling the Poison Control Center first.

8. Keeping your First Aid Kit Updated

Your First Aid Kit should be checked once a year, possibly the same day you check your smoke detectors, to be sure it is fully stocked and nothing has expired. Make sure you always make a note of anything you use out of your Kit so it can easily be replaced.

9. Storing your First Aid Kit

Make sure you store your First Aid Kit in a tote bag or plastic container that will keep your kit clean and dry and easily accessible in your home. It is recommended to have one on each floor in your home and workshop. Make sure everyone in your home knows where they are and how to use it. It could save your families life.




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Different Types of Adhesive Tape and What it is Used For

The most popular type of adhesive tape that people will have in their homes today is duct tape. But what many of us do not realize there are plenty of other kinds of adhesive tapes we can use and each one is designed for a specific task. In this article we take a look at the different types of adhesive tapes and what it is used for.

When it comes to duct tape this is one of the most versatile types of adhesive tape you can purchase to use in the home today. Some people use it for keeping floor rugs in place, others to repair hoses or upholstery. Whilst other people use it for repairing cracked windows until they get the glass replaced or to make repairs to the binding of a book. Another use of duct tape is to keep the batteries in place in a remote control device whether the cover has been damaged or lost.

The next type of adhesive tape that you should have a supply of in the home is electrical tape. Although it should only ever be used for when installing new electrical items like lights or ceiling fans it has other uses as well. If you find you need some wire nuts and don't have any readily available then you can use this type of tape instead.

Another way in which electrical tape can be used is for making temporary repairs to electrical cords. If you use it for this purpose then you will need to replace the cord as soon as you realistically can. Also you may find electrical adhesive tape use for help when you need to install a booster for an antenna. It will help to protect any plugs that are situated outside from inclement weather.

Another type of adhesive tape that you should consider buying for your home and which many good hardware and DIY stores will have in stock is one for the carpet. A strip of this is placed between two pieces of carpet where they meet. But in order for the adhesive to stick to the carpets a specialist steam machine is required and it can also be used like duct tape as a way of keeping rugs in place.

Then it is worth your while purchase some cloth or gaffer tape as it is more commonly known. The name that most people know it by comes from the theatre and movie industry and people would go to the "gaffer" boss to get some tape when needed. In most cases this type of adhesive tape that you can purchase can be used for securing cables and other objects around the home.

Of course no home is really complete without having some form of sellotape or clear adhesive tape in the home. This as we all know comes in useful for doing a wide variety of jobs from taping two pieces of paper together or to seal a bag of crisps which has been opened. Plus of course we all use it when wrapping birthday gifts and other presents that we give to others. Some people often use it for sticking notes to different surfaces so that they have a reminder of something that they need to do or buy.




As you can see you are spoilt for choice when it comes to adhesive tapes. But it is important that you look at the project you are going to be using it for. You may find it more useful to look for industrial adhesives instead such as very strong glues or joining materials.

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Care and Cleaning of Replacement Vinyl Windows

Vinyl replacement windows are an great way to increase the value and improve the appearance of your home. These windows are extremely durable and will last for many years with proper care. One of the greatest benefits is the ease of care and cleaning.

Follow these easy steps to ensure that your vinyl replacement windows can be enjoyed for years to come.

Sometimes, your windows will have labels or tape on the glass. Alcohol-based cleaners can remove label and tape adhesive that can be left behind from these labels. Be sure to test the cleaner on a small portion of the glass first. After this is removed, thoroughly wet the glass and rinse with plain water.

Glass can be easily cleaned with regular or other ammonia-based glass cleaners. Windex and similar glass cleaning products are ideal.

Vinyl (PVC) products can be cleaned with a solution of mild soap and water. For heavier cleaning tasks, the window manufacturer recommends commercially advertised household cleaners. Use any non-abrasive cleaner for tough jobs, avoiding Soft Scrub and similar abrasive products, which may cause damage. Do not use solvents, paint removers or sharp objects to clean your windows and patio doors.

If mildew is a problem in your home, use an appropriate cleaner or mildew controller found in any local retail store.

The tracks of the sliding and double-hung windows are exposed to the outdoor elements, which can contain abrasive elements such as dirt, leaves, sand, grease, soot, etc. If these elements are not removed, they can be ground into the tracks when the sashes are operated, making operation of these sashes difficult.

To avoid this problem, a minimum semi-annual cleaning is recommended. These tracks can be cleaned with a small, stiff, nylon brush, and then wiped down with a soft cloth. If necessary, an occasional light coat of silicone spray lubricant on the track of the sliding window will help to ease the operation of your window without leaving an oily residue, which can collect more abrasive elements.

Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for safe use of any chemical or cleaner.

Over time, your windows' screens can accumulate dirt and other debris. Screens can be cleaned easily with a soft brush. The type of soft brushes found on some vacuum cleaner accessories are a good example of a suitable brush.




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Packaging Tape Facilitates Commerce

Can you visualize a world without packaging tape? How will you send a package by post, or courier? You can use a twine or string to tie the package, or you can use glue to paste the ends of the package together. These alternatives require more time to apply compared to packaging tapes.

There are also special fasteners like ties, staples and such. Each of these has some disadvantages. For example, ties come loose, and storing it is not as easy as storing packaging tapes. Ties can also be only be used with packages designed for them.

In today's world of tailor-made packaging tapes, these alternatives seem crude and inconvenient. Packaging tapes are versatile, being capable of application in different scenarios.

Applying Packaging Tapes

Packaging tape comes in convenient rolls of standard or custom lengths. They can also come in convenient dispensers, and can also be applied using specialized machines. Whether done by hand or machine, you apply the tape at all points that you want to secure.

Packaging Tapes and Tapes

Packaging tapes come in numerous flavors. There is the narrow cello tape that can be used to secure envelopes. There is the three inch paper or plastic tape with extra quick and strong adhesive that can securely seal heavy packages, even if they are over or under packed.

There are also stretchable tapes, strapping tapes, label protection tapes, double sided tapes and so on.

The tapes can come in eye-catching colors. Others might be clear and transparent. The packaging tape can also be plain, or overprinted with handling or other kinds of instructions, or with promotional messages.

Packaging tapes, particularly the wider varieties, offer good scope for printing your logo, name, and contact details. Such printed packaging tapes can act as your brand ambassador, building brand recognition. Enhanced with product promotional messages, the printed messages can also be sales messages.

Using Packaging Tape for Promotional Purposes

Plain packaging tapes might be less expensive compared to custom printed tapes. However, the opportunity cost of using plain tapes can be high. Particularly in the case of the wider and easily printable tapes, you are wasting promotional real estate. You can use this real estate for building your company brand, or promoting your product or service.

Print the tapes with your company logo, name and contact details. Where possible, add a short but strong sales message for your product or service. Select the tape material, color and printing with a view to high visibility. Lay out the whole message in an easy to comprehend design.

Your message will now be seen wherever the package goes. It might be just what one of these observers is looking for at the time. And you would have a new customer. With thousands of packages going to different destinations, the chance of finding such customers is not insignificant.

Even if no new sales result, your brand would imprint itself in many minds. Your brand will become recognized over a much wider area.

Conclusion

Packaging tapes make packaging your product for shipment a much easier task compared to other alternatives. They come in many flavors. Select one that suits your specific needs, and then use the packaging real estate to promote your brand and products.




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3M 00021200482281 8952 1/2"x72yds Blue Polyester Tape

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3M 00021200482281 8952 1/2"x72yds Blue Polyester Tape Feature


  • Package Quantity: (1) 72 Yard Roll
  • Masking Tape Type: Polyester Masking Tape
  • Masking Tape Style: High Temperature Masking Tape
  • Color: Blue
  • Width (Inch): 1/2
  • Length (Yards) (Yards): 72
  • Thickness (mil): 3.5
  • Tensile Strength (Pounds): 55
  • Tape Number: 8952

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Masking And Painters - Industrial Tape Masking Tape Type: Polyester Masking Tape Masking Tape Style: High Temperature Masking Tape Color: Blue Width: 1/2 Length (Yards): 72 Tensile Strength: 55

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3M 00021200033360 465 3/4"x60yd Splicing 3m Adhesive Transfer Tape

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3M 00021200033360 465 3/4"x60yd Splicing 3m Adhesive Transfer Tape Feature


  • Package Quantity: (1) 60 Yard Roll
  • Adhesive Transfer Tape Type: Splicing Adhesive Tape
  • Adhesive Material: 465 Acrylic Adhesive
  • Length (Yards) (Yards): 60
  • Width (Inch): 3/4
  • Thickness (mil): 2.0
  • Temperature Range: 70-100

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Adhesive Transfer - Industrial Tape Adhesive Transfer Tape Type: Splicing Adhesive Tape Adhesive Material: 465 Acrylic Adhesive Length (Yards): 60 Width: 3/4 Thickness (mil): 2.0 Temperature Range: 70-100

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Scotch® Performance Masking Tape 2364 (12 Rolls)

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Scotch® Performance Masking Tape 2364 (12 Rolls) Feature


  • Strong, smooth crepe paper masking tape
  • Good holding power in temperatures up to 300° F
  • Clean removal
  • Length (m): 55 Width (mm): 72

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Scotch® Performance Masking Tape 2364

Scotch® Performance Masking Tape 2364 (12 Rolls) Specifications



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Scotch(R) Indoor Carpet Tape For Concrete and Subfloors, CT1010, 1.25 in x 12.5 ft [PRICE is per ROLL]

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Scotch(R) Indoor Carpet Tape For Concrete and Subfloors, CT1010, 1.25 in x 12.5 ft [PRICE is per ROLL] Feature


  • Model: CT1010
  • Sale Unit: ROLL

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A heavy duty indoor carpet tape recommended for permanent use on concrete and subfloors. This tape can be used on all floor surfaces. This tape is not appropriate for outdoor use or for securing rugs over carpets

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3M 00021200065361 6536 36"x1000' Gry 3m Masking Paper

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3M 00021200065361 6536 36"x1000' Gry 3m Masking Paper Feature


  • Package Quantity: (1) 1000 Inch Roll
  • Masking Tape Type: Paper
  • Masking Tape Style: Masking Paper
  • Color: Gray
  • Width (Inch): 36
  • Length (Yards) (Yards): 33.3
  • Tensile Strength (Pounds): 27

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Quality Painter's Masking Papers Masking Tape Type: Paper Masking Tape Style: Masking Paper Color: Gray Width: 36 Length (Yards): 33.3 Tensile Strength: 27

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Duck Brand Colored Duck Tape, 1.88 Inches x 20 Yards, Merlot Mania (1311061)

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Duck Brand Colored Duck Tape, 1.88 Inches x 20 Yards, Merlot Mania (1311061) Feature


  • Great for any repair anywhere
  • Ideal for craft applications, coordinating repairs, and color-coding materials
  • Tears easily by hand without curling and conforms to uneven surfaces
  • Excellent adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces like cloth, vinyl, leather, plastic, metal and laminates
  • Each roll is 20 yards long

Duck Brand Colored Duck Tape, 1.88 Inches x 20 Yards, Merlot Mania (1311061) Overview


Almost everyone has a Duck Tape story to tell, usually praising its remarkable strength and versatility. Duck Brand Duck Tape has a wide range of applications, both traditional and nontraditional, and is now available in over 18 colors and patterns, making it even more useful than ever! Because of its strength and adhesive properties, you can use Colored Duck Tape for almost any job, including everyday household and auto repairs--anywhere a flexible and weather-proof bond is needed. Colored Duck Tape is great for coordinating materials, color-coding and identification, craft applications, and more. This heavy duty tape is cotton mesh reinforced, but still easy to tear! Duck Tape conforms to both smooth and uneven surfaces, and can be used on materials such as cloth, vinyl, leather and plastic - even metal and laminates. Each roll contains 1.88 inches x 20 yards of Merlot Mania maroon tape. Duck tape is great for any repair - anywhere!

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1.5" General Purpose Masking Tape- 4 Rolls

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1.5" General Purpose Masking Tape- 4 Rolls Feature


  • Sold as 1 Roll

1.5" General Purpose Masking Tape- 4 Rolls Overview


All-purpose, natural-colored crepe paper tape.

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