Toolbox: Bonding Tape

Got a puncture in a garden hose or need to wrap a tool handle for a better grip? Bonding tape is what you need. Once the tape is wrapped around an object, it sticks to itself to form a watertight seal. Some types of bonding tape can be used in wet or dry conditions. Make sure the area you're applying the tape to is clear of grease, dirt and debris.

Peel back the protective cover and start wrapping the object. Cover the punctured area and overlap the tape with half its width, pulling the protective cover with you as you go. Once you get it all the way around, pull it tight one last time and smooth it out so you have a good, watertight seal. If you ever have to remove the tape, cut it off with a knife or a pair of scissors.

Also in this Episode

Help Around the House : Episode ARH-412
•	Window Pocket Repair
•	Wooden Shutter Repair
•	Touch-Up Painting a Garage Door
•	Toolbox: Bonding Tape