Duck tape?

[Iwuzere]

I'm looking for camo duck tape, can't find any locally, wondering if anyone could recommend any mail-order suppliers.. at reasonable costs (especially postage)?

 

I'm looking to cover a Addis click-n-seal box... or would paint be more durable in the long term? Would I need a special paint primer for the plastic surface?

 

Painting is too fiddly and messy.. hence I'd rather tape it up.

 

All voices of experience gladly listened to!

 

thanks

[Edgemaster]

I find that black duck tape (B&Q) is quite good, there are several in my area, and with a little stickoflage are quite hard to see. Although this is in part due to the tree cover, makeing the area dark...

[Nediam]

I bought some camo tape from Springfields in Burton on Trent (which is local to me). I believe they do mail order as well. Not sure how their prices compare but the tape seems pretty good. I used some on a plastic container I recently hid and haven't heard of any problems with it so far.

 

Painting can be a bit tricky especially with plastic containers. You'll need to "rough up" the surface and use suitable primers first and then probably lacquer after.

[+Tiger-Eyes]

i use spray paint on mine, I rough up the plastic with a bit of sand paper then take outside and give a good blast. I managed to get cans of paint for 30p each from a shop called QD, they have lasted on my cahes so far.

Edited September 18, 2006 by The Nutters

[+Team Maddie UK]

Lynn currently supplies some Groundspeak and other items from home and does have a supply of cammo tape. A roll of this costs £4-00 + shipping which is £5 total.

 

Just a wee aside in case you're interested...

 

I always thought it was called 'Duck Tape' as well. While in the states though, I discovered that it is actually called Duct Tape and is used (funnily enough for ducting work. I suppose alnog the way some lazy diction has resulted in the corruption.

 

Martin & Lynn

[+Alibags]

I paint my caches. I first lightly play a blow torch over the plastic to burn off any surface grease and mould releasing agents and then spray them with matt black spray (from B&Q). The first caches I painted I didn't blow torch first and the paint does chip off quite readily (but they are still better camoed than unpainted) but ones that have been given the blow torch treatment are proving much more robust. It's quick and easy, and I spray them in the garden on some paper (on a non-windy day) so it's not messy either.

[+Team Maddie UK]

I paint my caches. I first lightly play a blow torch over the plastic to burn off any surface grease and mould releasing agents and then spray them with matt black spray (from B&Q). The first caches I painted I didn't blow torch first and the paint does chip off quite readily (but they are still better camoed than unpainted) but ones that have been given the blow torch treatment are proving much more robust. It's quick and easy, and I spray them in the garden on some paper (on a non-windy day) so it's not messy either.

 

Thanks for that tip Alibags. I spent ages sanding boxes when we set out the Zodiac series but time proved that the additional 'key' didn't really help. Now... to find a blow-torch

 

Martin

[The Royles]

I always thought it was called 'Duck Tape' as well. While in the states though, I discovered that it is actually called Duct Tape and is used (funnily enough for ducting work. I suppose alnog the way some lazy diction has resulted in the corruption.

 

Martin & Lynn

As an interesting(ish) aside I came across this explanation:

 

Is it Duct or Duck? We don’t want you to be confused, so we will explain. The first name for Duct Tape was DUCK. During World War II the U.S. Military needed a waterproof tape to keep the moisture out of ammunition cases. So, they enlisted the Johnson and Johnson Permacel Division to manufacture the tape. Because it was waterproof, everyone referred to it as “duck” tape (like water off a duck’s back). Military personnel discovered that the tape was good for lots more than keeping out water. They used it for Jeep repair, fixing stuff on their guns, strapping equipment to their clothing... the list is endless.

 

After the War, the housing industry was booming and someone discovered that the tape was great for joining the heating and air conditioning duct work. So, the color was changed from army green to the silvery color we are familiar with today and people started to refer to it as “duct tape*.” Therefore, either name is appropriate.

 

so both are right

[Edgemaster]

Is it Duct or Duck? We don’t want you to be confused, so we will explain. The first name for Duct Tape was DUCK. During World War II the U.S. Military needed a waterproof tape to keep the moisture out of ammunition cases. So, they enlisted the Johnson and Johnson Permacel Division to manufacture the tape. Because it was waterproof, everyone referred to it as “duck” tape (like water off a duck’s back). Military personnel discovered that the tape was good for lots more than keeping out water. They used it for Jeep repair, fixing stuff on their guns, strapping equipment to their clothing... the list is endless.

 

After the War, the housing industry was booming and someone discovered that the tape was great for joining the heating and air conditioning duct work. So, the color was changed from army green to the silvery color we are familiar with today and people started to refer to it as “duct tape*.” Therefore, either name is appropriate.

 

And then it's also called gaffer tape, which matches the army's use!

[+Team Maddie UK]

Wel, well well... Thanks for that. You certainly learn something everyday

 

We could have done with a few rolls at Shrops eh Andy?

 

Martin

[SlytherinAlex]

 

I always thought it was called 'Duck Tape' as well. While in the states though, I discovered that it is actually called Duct Tape and is used (funnily enough for ducting work. I suppose alnog the way some lazy diction has resulted in the corruption.

 

Martin & Lynn

It is actually both. There is duct tape but there is also abrand called DUCK tape. quack quack..

[+currykev]

I paint my caches. I first lightly play a blow torch over the plastic to burn off any surface grease and mould releasing agents and then spray them with matt black spray (from B&Q). The first caches I painted I didn't blow torch first and the paint does chip off quite readily (but they are still better camoed than unpainted) but ones that have been given the blow torch treatment are proving much more robust. It's quick and easy, and I spray them in the garden on some paper (on a non-windy day) so it's not messy either.

 

I bet your Creme Brulee's are to die for!!!

[+bhodisatva]

I paint my caches. I first lightly play a blow torch over the plastic to burn off any surface grease and mould releasing agents and then spray them with matt black spray (from B&Q). The first caches I painted I didn't blow torch first and the paint does chip off quite readily (but they are still better camoed than unpainted) but ones that have been given the blow torch treatment are proving much more robust. It's quick and easy, and I spray them in the garden on some paper (on a non-windy day) so it's not messy either.

 

I bet your Creme Brulee's are to die for!!!

Her's might not be, mine definately are

[+currykev]

I paint my caches. I first lightly play a blow torch over the plastic to burn off any surface grease and mould releasing agents and then spray them with matt black spray (from B&Q). The first caches I painted I didn't blow torch first and the paint does chip off quite readily (but they are still better camoed than unpainted) but ones that have been given the blow torch treatment are proving much more robust. It's quick and easy, and I spray them in the garden on some paper (on a non-windy day) so it's not messy either.

 

I bet your Creme Brulee's are to die for!!!

Her's might not be, mine definately are

 

Thats the food sorted on the 7th October then.

[Browser]

Duct tape is like 'The Force' :

 

It has a dark side and a light side,

 

And it holds the universe together.

 

Blatantly stolen from someone's sig.

No idea who but acknowledgments.

 

Browser

[+The Bongtwashes]

Duct tape is like 'The Force' :

 

It has a dark side and a light side,

 

And it holds the universe together.

 

Blatantly stolen from someone's sig.

No idea who but acknowledgments.

 

Browser

NickPick I believe

[NickPick]

 

NickPick I believe

 

Indeed, although I did steal it from someone on the Audifans forum. I don't know where he stole it from.

[+The Biffas]

I used to have a tape by a singing trio called Huey, Duey and Luey, recorded by their uncle Donald.

 

[+Sensei TSKC]

I used to have a tape by a singing trio called Huey, Duey and Luey, recorded by their uncle Donald.

 

 

LOL!

[Iwuzere]

Thanks for all the replies... I don't know whether to seek out the tape or actually have a go at painting, now

 

I'd probably put the box in the dishwasher with the evening's load, that would de-grease it before painting... squeaky clean.

 

thanks

[+currykev]

I used to have a tape by a singing trio called Huey, Duey and Luey, recorded by their uncle Donald.

 

 

Not as Good as Alvin the Chipmunk IMHO.

[+Munkeh]

I paint my caches. I first lightly play a blow torch over the plastic to burn off any surface grease and mould releasing agents and then spray them with matt black spray (from B&Q). The first caches I painted I didn't blow torch first and the paint does chip off quite readily (but they are still better camoed than unpainted) but ones that have been given the blow torch treatment are proving much more robust. It's quick and easy, and I spray them in the garden on some paper (on a non-windy day) so it's not messy either.

 

so the black patches in your lawn arn't flowerbeds minus the flowers?

[+Alibags]

I paint my caches. I first lightly play a blow torch over the plastic to burn off any surface grease and mould releasing agents and then spray them with matt black spray (from B&Q). The first caches I painted I didn't blow torch first and the paint does chip off quite readily (but they are still better camoed than unpainted) but ones that have been given the blow torch treatment are proving much more robust. It's quick and easy, and I spray them in the garden on some paper (on a non-windy day) so it's not messy either.

 

I bet your Creme Brulee's are to die for!!!

 

They are indeed, and it's actually my girlie kitchen creme bruleé torch that I use on my tupperware!

 

(I would have grey patches on my lawn if they were flowerbeds, as I live on top of a solid lump of chalk!!)

Edited September 19, 2006 by Alibags

[+The Biffas]

 

I always thought it was called 'Duck Tape' as well. While in the states though, I discovered that it is actually called Duct Tape and is used (funnily enough for ducting work. I suppose alnog the way some lazy diction has resulted in the corruption.

 

Martin & Lynn

It is actually both. There is duct tape but there is also abrand called DUCK tape. quack quack..

 

If that was Duck Tape that you sold me in Harrogate, how come I keepbanging my head?

[+scaw]

I bought some a while back from slytherinalex its great stuff got a couple that have been out in the field for a while and one waiting to go

 

[+MJB58]

I want to print a picture for this thread but i don't know how to do it

[+Team Maddie UK]

I want to print a picture for this thread but i don't know how to do it

 

You'll need to upload the picture somewhere like this free site.

 

Then post the link in the forum using the wee picture icon.

 

Martin

[+MJB58]

Thanks Martin

 

Ok here goes.

 

I saw this and thought of you

[+Tizzie]

Thanks for all the replies... I don't know whether to seek out the tape or actually have a go at painting, now

 

I'd probably put the box in the dishwasher with the evening's load, that would de-grease it before painting... squeaky clean.

 

thanks

 

I bought camo tape off a "well known internet auction site", from a guy in N Wales who has a fishing tackle shop. So I guess a local shop with fishing tackle & accessories would probably have some, and with no postage to pay.

[+HazelS]

Excellent tip there Tizzie....

 

I'm off to my local tackle shop!

[+Pharisee]

Excellent tip there Tizzie....

 

I'm off to my local tackle shop!

 

Hmmmm.... don't think I'd like my tackle all wrapped up in duct tape

[+The Hancock Clan]

Get some for free here

[+The Biffas]

Excellent tip there Tizzie....

 

I'm off to my local tackle shop!

 

Hmmmm.... don't think I'd like my tackle all wrapped up in duct tape

 

Does this ere Duck Tape cover up all the quacks?

[+Team Maddie UK]

Excellent tip there Tizzie....

 

I'm off to my local tackle shop!

 

Hmmmm.... don't think I'd like my tackle all wrapped up in duct tape

 

Does this ere Duck Tape cover up all the quacks?

 

[+oldsoldier]

Ducks only reqwire tape if they're quacked.

 

Ok, bad joke. Had to be said though.

[+purple_pineapple]

Excellent tip there Tizzie....

 

I'm off to my local tackle shop!

 

Hmmmm.... don't think I'd like my tackle all wrapped up in duct tape

 

Does this ere Duck Tape cover up all the quacks?

 

eider think so...

[+Nellies Knackers]

Meanwhile back on topic....

I queried the place linked with the free samples about price as they're close to me, £8 a roll (only 10m) but have to buy £50 worth and then £12 delivery, sounds a bit quackers to me!

[+Tizzie]

Bulk buying is fine if enough people want to split the cost.

 

I've just checked out the guy I bought from on eBay, he's still selling, different "designs", how does £7.99 + £2.50 p&p sound for "buy it now"? Here's the link:

 

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-REALTREE-HARDWOO...1QQcmdZViewItem

 

His auction listings start at 99p.

[SlytherinAlex]

Bulk buying is fine if enough people want to split the cost.

 

I've just checked out the guy I bought from on eBay, he's still selling, different "designs", how does £7.99 + £2.50 p&p sound for "buy it now"? Here's the link:

 

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-REALTREE-HARDWOO...1QQcmdZViewItem

 

His auction listings start at 99p.

Jeez. I can ship it from the States cheaper than that.

 

email Team Maddie UK for a way, way cheaper price.

[+currykev]

Bulk buying is fine if enough people want to split the cost.

 

I've just checked out the guy I bought from on eBay, he's still selling, different "designs", how does £7.99 + £2.50 p&p sound for "buy it now"? Here's the link:

 

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-REALTREE-HARDWOO...1QQcmdZViewItem

 

His auction listings start at 99p.

Jeez. I can ship it from the States cheaper than that.

 

email Team Maddie UK for a way, way cheaper price.

 

I totally agree with SlytherinAlex.Go the Team Maddie UK route.If you bid on Ebay,you'll probably be bidding against each other,thus bumping up the price.