Do you need a tape with high tack and excellent holding power or a tape designed for temporary bonding with clean removal?

You should determine your application needs before selecting a tape for best results. Below are some common characteristics to consider when choosing your duct tape:

Thickness
Tape thickness is measured in mils. Thickness — or gauge — is often thought of as a reflection of a tape’s overall strength, but it’s not always indicative of a tape’s adhesion or holding power. Thinner tapes are typically considered economy or utility-grade, whereas thicker tapes are often designed with thicker adhesive coatings and backings. It’s recommended to use thinner tapes for everyday or general purpose uses and thicker tapes for heavy-duty applications..

You’ve probably got a roll of the stuff in your garage, but duct tape is helpful well beyond the workbench (and not just for prom-dress making). Try it for getting out of (into?) sticky situations all over the house.

1. Remove sticker residue.
It’s a little ironic, but duct tape’s super-stickiness actually removes other stubborn, adhesive leftovers, and is especially helpful on glass, like a car window. Place a piece of duct tape over the offending spot, rub it a few times, and peel the mess away (it might take few tries to get everything). Then, finish off with a window cleaner.