Masking Made Simple:

Now it is simple to choose the best tape for any job.

3M 101+    Value. For light duty basic jobs.
3M 201+    General Use. Easy to handle, apply and remove.
3M 301+    Performance. Ideal for industrial paint masking and bundling.
3M 401+    High Performance. Superior adhesion and conformability.
3M 501+    Specialty High Temperature. 300° F for 30 minutes.

Masking - General Purpose:

Light duty sealing, bundling and masking.

3M 178        Freezer tape. Holds firm down to -40°F.
3M 2209/101+    Most economical for non-critical applications.
3M 202        Premium. Solvent and moisture resistant.
3M 203        Excellent value, general purpose tape.
3M 2214        Light duty tape for sealing and bundling.
3M 2307        Utility grade for non-critical applications.
3M 2308        Light industrial applications.
3M 2600        Light duty for non-critical applications.

Masking - Industrial:

Withstands higher temperatures.

3M 213    Safe to use on aluminum.
3M 225    Outdoor tape. Weather and UV resistant.
3M 226    Outdoor tape for metal surfaces.
3M 231    Outdoor tape for metal surfaces.
3M 232    Tough, high performance professional grade.
3M 234    General purpose industrial applications.
3M 2364    Cost effective for high temperature paint masking.
3M 2380    Clean removal from hot or cold surfaces.
3M 2393    Clean removal from both metal and plastic surfaces.
3M 2693    Conformable, for automobile paint masking.

Masking - Fine Line:

Conformable. High precision paint masking.

3M 215    Excellent for irregular surfaces and complex shapes.
3M 218    Flawless paint line. Leaves no residue.
3M 4737S    Exceptional flexibility. Holds precise paint lines along tight curves.
3M 4737T    Translucent backing. Holds precise paint lines along tight curves.

Masking - Flatback:

Stiff backing for smooth, clean lines.

3M 250    Strong paper backing. Aggressive adhesive.
3M 256    Smooth flatback paper. Easy to write on.
3M 2460    Ultra thin tape. High temperature.
3M 2515    Moisture resistant backing. Hand tearable.
3M 2517    For splicing liner boards and general purpose applications.
3M 2525    High contrast orange for easy visibility.
3M 2526    Excellent hold on natural and synthetic fibers.
3M 346    Thick tape. Protects surfaces and items in transit.

Masking - Painter's:

Paint masking with clean removal on various surfaces.

3M 2020    Economical, temporary quick-fix tape.
3M 2050    Mask cabinets, windows, doors, wall trim.
3M 2060    Mask lacquered surfaces. Sticks to stucco, concrete and wood.
3M 2080    Low tack adhesive. Safe release for delicate surfaces.
3M 2090    Designed for outdoor use with clean removal.

Masking Paper:

Mask large areas during painting.

3M 6512    Strong and flexible. Resists solvents, lacquers and enamels.