Holdfast Double Sided Rug Tape

What this tape is

Holdfast Double Sided Rug Tape is a cloth based tape with a translucent mesh and adhesive on both sides. The cloth base gives it strength, so it holds up under rugs and carpets that get walked on every day. The adhesive is waterproof, high viscosity and traceless, which means it grips firmly and lifts away without leaving a sticky mess behind.

The tape is yellow, so you can see exactly where it sits while you work. It is made for carpet, rug and woodworking fixation. That covers a lot of ground: holding a runner in place at the door, keeping a rug flat under a chair, or fixing two wood pieces while glue sets.

Sizes and pack options

Pick the width that matches the job. Narrow tape suits small rugs and light woodworking. Wider tape covers more surface and holds larger rugs and carpets.

Each roll holds 16.4 ft (5 m) of tape. Choose a single roll, or a pack of 2 rolls with 32.8 ft (10 m) total, 3 rolls with 49.2 ft (15 m) total, or 4 rolls with 65.6 ft (20 m) total. More rolls make sense when you have several rugs to secure or a bigger woodworking project.

Where to use it

This tape works on carpet, rug and woodworking jobs. At home, run a strip under the corners and edges of a runner rug to stop it sliding on hard floors. Use it under a door mat so it stays put when you wipe your feet. In the kitchen or bathroom, a few strips keep a small rug from curling at the edges.

For woodworking, the tape holds pieces together while you drill, sand or glue. The cloth base flexes with the material instead of snapping. The waterproof adhesive also stands up in damp spots, so it suits basements, garages and mudrooms.

How to apply it

1. Clean and dry the surface. Wipe away dust, oil and loose fibers.
2. Cut the tape to length with scissors or a utility knife.
3. Peel the backing from one side and press the tape onto the floor or the item.
4. Peel the second backing and press the rug, carpet or wood piece into place.
5. Smooth the surface with your hand to set the bond.

For best results, apply the tape at room temperature and press firmly for a few seconds. A clean surface makes the biggest difference. If you are securing a large rug, place strips near the corners and along the edges rather than in the middle.

Care and removal

Wipe the tape clean with a damp cloth when it picks up dust. The traceless adhesive lifts away when you are ready to remove it. Pull slowly and at a low angle to keep the bond from grabbing the surface. Any small residue left behind wipes off with a damp cloth.

Store unused rolls in a dry place. Keep the backing on the roll so the adhesive stays fresh for your next project.