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How do I remove stucco tape?

Stucco tape can be removed in much the same way as a painter’s tape after painting a room. To remove tape that was used to mask off a window, start by gently pulling up a corner of the tape and gradually pulling the tape – and your poly sheeting if…

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Duct tape vs stucco duct tape

What is the difference between duct tape and stucco duct tape?

March 1, 2017

The first thing to understand about the difference between general purpose duct tapes and stucco tapes is that they were designed for different purposes. Duct tape is built to be robust enough for use in a wide variety of applications and day-to-day use as needed. It tears more easily and cleanly than stucco duct tape…

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Red stucco masking tape

What tapes are used in the stucco process?

February 1, 2017

There are two types of tapes that are predominately used in the stucco process: cloth and polyethylene (PE). Each offers its own set of benefits to the user, but the main purpose of both tapes is to protect surfaces from damaging plaster and water used in the stucco application process. Some contractors have also started…

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Red stucco masking tape

How is tape used in stucco work?

January 4, 2017

You may not be aware that tape is an important tool used in exterior stucco application. Applying stucco involves carefully spreading plaster across an exterior surface with a metal trowel, almost like wide painter’s strokes. Just like with painting, it is important to mask off edges of surfaces that you want to avoid contact with.…

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