3M General Purpose Masking Tape 234, Tan, 12 mm x 55 m, 5.9 mil, 72 Roll/Case

• Crepe paper backing conforms and maintains integrity when formed around a corner
• Manufactured without solvents for reduced environmental impact
• Performs well in paint bake operations up to 250°F for 30 minutes
• Rubber adhesive provides instant adhesion and resists lifting or curling, yet still removes easily
• Strong backing is easy to tear, yet resists slivering and provides one piece removal

3M General Purpose Masking Tape 234 features a strong backing and a less aggressive adhesive. It is one of 3M's most popular general purpose crepe backed masking tapes and performs exceptionally well in most indoor applications, having proven itself especially useful in window and door manufacturing.

Reliable Performance
Our 3M™ General Purpose Masking Tape 234 is a multipurpose, crepe-backed masking tape that performs well – without slivering – in both general painting and paint bake operations at temperatures up to 250°F/ 121°C for up to 30 minutes. It also features enough tensile strength to be of use in many holding, protecting and bundling applications. A controlled unwind ensures the tape dispenses evenly from the roll, making it less like to tear prematurely.

Recommended Applications

• Window and door manufacturing
• Medium temperature paint bake operations
• Holding, protecting or bundling applications
• General labeling
• General indoor use

Excellent for Windows and Doors
​The crepe paper backing tears easily, offers moderate conformability around corners and over irregular surfaces while the rubber adhesive sticks instantly and offers adequate holding power that resists lifting and curling, while removing cleanly and easily from the surface. This tape bonds well to paper, metal, wood, and painted surfaces with reliable holding power. Under normal operating conditions, 3M™ General Purpose Masking Tape 234 features one-piece removal and is sliver resistant.

What is Masking Tape?
Masking tape was developed specifically to help protect surrounding surfaces from overspray, provide clean paint lines, and remove easily and cleanly when finished. Masking tapes from 3M adhere well, resist solvents or water from the paint, and are strong enough to hang plastic sheeting, yet remove cleanly without damaging the subsurface. The backing, typically crepe paper, can conform to curved and irregular surfaces. The tape hand tears for tool-free application.

Trusted 3M Masking Tape

The 3M General Purpose Masking Tape 234 is a reliable choice for many projects. This tan tape features a crepe paper backing that conforms well and maintains its shape around corners, making it ideal for detailed work.

Known for its strong rubber adhesive, this tape sticks instantly and resists lifting or curling. It’s one of 3M’s most popular general purpose tapes, trusted in window and door manufacturing for consistent performance.

Precise Size And Format

This masking tape comes in a convenient 12 mm width and 55 m length, providing enough tape for various tasks without frequent replacement. The 5.9 mil thickness ensures durability while remaining easy to handle.

Sold in a pack of 72 rolls per case, it’s perfect for large-scale or ongoing projects. The format supports efficient use in industrial or workshop settings, reducing downtime for tape changes.

Strong Backing For Durability

The tape’s crepe paper backing is designed to tear easily by hand, making application quick and tool-free. Despite this, it resists slivering and provides one-piece removal, which helps keep work areas clean.

This strong backing also offers moderate conformability around corners and irregular surfaces, enhancing its usefulness in window and door manufacturing where precision is key.

Heat Resistant Paint Tape

3M General Purpose Masking Tape 234 performs well in paint bake operations at temperatures up to 250°F (121°C) for 30 minutes. This heat resistance makes it suitable for medium temperature paint processes without losing adhesion.

Its rubber adhesive holds firmly during these operations but still removes cleanly without damaging surfaces. This balance of strength and removability is essential for professional painting tasks.

Multipurpose Indoor Applications

This tape is versatile for general indoor use, including holding, protecting, bundling, and labeling. Its controlled unwind ensures smooth dispensing, reducing the chance of premature tearing during application.

It bonds well to paper, metal, wood, and painted surfaces, making it a practical choice for a variety of projects. The pack size of 72 rolls supports continuous use in busy environments.