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Unread 07-26-2017, 11:50 PM   #12
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Originally Posted by dalek View Post
Would duct tape be a good stand-in for masking tape?
Its adhesive is nastier than masking tape's, you may need to use a solvent to remove residue. These days, masking tape is designed to peel right off. Duck tape is spongy, with a fabric layer and a wad of adhesive, so impressions in it may not be as clear or informative. Anything, in a pinch...
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