Masking tape was created to protect surrounding surfaces from overspray, produce crisp paint lines, and be simply and neatly removed when done

3M masking tape allows the backing, which is usually crepe paper, to be shaped to fit curved and uneven surfaces. For tool-free use, the tape hand rips. A masking tape should define which surfaces it will adhere to and the time range during which it will be neatly removed. Splintering or shredding may occur when a very thin or poorly made tape is withdrawn from the roll or when it is removed after usage.

3M masking tapes attach effectively, withstand solvents and water from the paint, and are strong enough to hang plastic sheets while removing neatly and without damaging the subsoil.