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White or Kraft Gummed Paper Tape: Which Should You Choose?
White and brown kraft gummed paper tape seal a box just as well as each other, so the real decision is visual. Here is how each colour affects your printed design, your brand feel, marking and scuffing, and what it means at the recycling bin.
Why Is My Gummed Paper Tape Not Sticking? 6 Common Causes
A practical troubleshooting guide for water-activated gummed paper tape that will not stick, covering water volume, dispenser brushes, water temperature, box surfaces, pressing technique and how to store your rolls.
Is Gummed Paper Tape Tamper Evident? Parcel Security Explained
Water-activated gummed paper tape bonds into the cardboard fibres, so a parcel opened in transit cannot be resealed without leaving a visible tear. Here is how tamper-evident sealing works, where plastic tape falls short, and why it matters for courier claims.
How Many Boxes Does a Roll of Gummed Paper Tape Seal?
A 50m roll of 48mm gummed paper tape gives about 100 strips. Work out how many parcels that seals, what each seal costs, and how many rolls to order.
Water-Activated Tape Dispensers: Which One Do You Need?
Gummed paper tape only sticks once it is wet, so the dispenser matters. Here is how handheld, bench-top manual and electronic water-activated tape dispensers compare, how to match one to your daily parcel volume, and how to get a stronger seal every time.
How to Design Custom Printed Gummed Tape: A Simple Guide
A practical guide to designing custom printed gummed paper tape: how the print repeat works, the 40mm print area, and why there is no white ink.
Reinforced vs Standard Gummed Paper Tape: Which Do You Need?
A clear guide to reinforced and standard gummed paper tape: how each is made, which parcels they suit, and how custom printed 48mm tape seals boxes securely.
Is Gummed Paper Tape Recyclable? A Plastic-Free Parcel Guide
Gummed paper tape is recyclable with the cardboard box in most UK kerbside collections. Here is how plastic-free water-activated paper tape works, when you can leave it on the box, and why printed rolls stay kerbside-friendly.
How to Seal a Box Securely: The H-Taping Method
The H-taping method is the most secure way to seal a box for shipping. Learn the step-by-step technique, the best tape to use and the common mistakes that make parcels burst open in transit.
Paper vs Polypropylene vs PVC Packing Tape: Which to Choose?
Paper, polypropylene or PVC packing tape? Compare all three on strength, cost, noise, appearance and recyclability to choose the right tape for sealing your boxes.