I am needing your help once again. I am needing some tape to hinge some props. I own quite a few props that hinge with this black, fabric-like tape, but I do not know exactly where to get it.

Is there an industry standard for this type of tape used to hinge smaller magic props? If so, where do you get it? I have always used metal hinges in the past, so this is new for me. I would sure appreciate a source and any advice you may have for me.

Thanks!

Regan

I don't use tape but there is a new "gorilla" tape at the box store that might work. Sometimes bookbinding tape is used too.

Thanks Jay. Bookbinding tape! As soon as I read that my memory kicked in. I will do a google search and see what I can find.

Thanks!

Regan

Gaffer's tape.

Thanks Michael. I am having trouble finding the bookbinding tape. I will google "gaffer's tape".

Also look under library materials supplier.

Gaffer's tape also comes in a variety of colors which might be helpful.

Richard

http://www.goodbuyguys.com/catalog/index.php/cPath/22_86

Thanks Richard. Maybe library suppliers will be the ticket for the bookbinding tape!

I found a source for gaffer's tape. It mentions that it sticks but leaves no residue. I am wondering if the adhesive is strong and durable enough for my needs?

Ooh....I didn't see that link Michael. I'll check it.

Wow....I clicked it, and that's where I was at! That's the source I had just found!

They have a lot of tapes. I'm reading about them now. The Duve Pro tape sounds promising. It is designed to look and feel like Duvetyne fabric. This is apparently felt-like, so I may be interested in this type of tape. It is adhesive backed, but I'm not sure how much "stick" it has. It's mainly used for drapery repairs. Hmm....

Has anyone tried this?

As for the Gorilla tape Jay refers to, it is wicked strong! I made a tri fold practice mirror a few years ago and it has held up perfectly!

I do recall seeing actual cloth hinges somewhere but suffering "CRS" has taken it's toll once again!

Thanks Mickey. From the description of the gaffer's tape I am afraid it will not stick well enough. It is designed to peel away easily and leave no residue. I could be thinking wrong, but this leads me to believe that the adhesive may not stick well or hold up long enough.

Regan

I've not had a problem getting gaffer's tape to stick to most anything I've used it on. I guess it all depends on exactly what your project is, and how much torque is put on the hinges.

I think the residue transfer is more referring to shorter term use. I have had some on certain projects for very extended times, and in trying to lift the tape later (years later), found there was some residual gunk left behind.

The expected use for it is securing cables and various other riggings in filming studios, where it is short term use. On the contrary, use duct tape in a similar warm room and you have a real mess going.

What I like most about gaffer's tape is that it is non-reflective. You can even paint on it.

Oh, Mickey... I can't remember what CRS stands for!

Michael,

I obviously don't know when yours began but mine started around...... uhhhh.... ummm....lemme see..............

When mine started? I wrote it down somewhere... where did I put that? When mine started?? When my what started?

Mickey, while I am posting this, I notice that you have 2809 posts. I used to live in a house with 2809 as an address. I have 2 friends who also live in houses with 2809 as an address for their streets (one here, one in Peoria), and a third who's business (here) is also at a 2809 address.

http://www.misterart.com/g6559/Lineco-Book-Repair-Tape.htm book binding tape

http://www.misterart.com/g7399/Lineco-Se......Tape.htm cloth hinges

Oh, man... I feel like a dope! I buy from this company, and didn't even know they carried these items!!

Wow....me too! Michael just gave me their link the other day as a source for some velour paper. Thanks!

Gotta just love the internet!
I knew I'd seen those hinges somewhere!

You could always go with the traditional way of using very thin leather.
If you treat the leather regularly to keep it supple it will last a lifetime.
Ray.