Tape It Up!

Everything You Need to Know About Duct Taping

Warning: This site is not intended for actual duct taping purposes. Please do not attempt to duct tape your eyes, nose, or any other bodily orifices.

Getting Started with Duct Tape

Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

• Duct tape
• A willingness to ignore all safety guidelines
• A strong sense of adventure

Common Uses

We've seen it all:

• Repairing a broken toy
• Hanging a picture
• Keeping a cat in a box

Tips and Tricks

How to tape a shirt with 17 different colors of duct tape

Step 1: Start with the basics

Step 2: Add some flair

How to tape your cat's tail for 3 days straight

Step 1: Prepare the cat

Step 2: Apply tape

Step 3: Pray for the best

How to tape a broken heart

Step 1: Find a good adhesive

Step 2: Apply with care

Step 3: Forget about it

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