IPG Curby Water Activated Tape, 2.83" x 100M Refill Roll

Me and my wife decided to buy this brand of packing due to the wider size 2.83 vs 2" wide. We used this for shipping a box overseas to Manila to be exact. Currently our shipping company switched to brown double walk boxes from white and recommended to use kraft reinforced brown tape instead of plastic tape for recycling purposes now implemented. This brand of tape works well. After we bought this my wife was asking how to apply it. Normally from past experience in warehouse shipping companies we used tape machines for this type of tape. I priced them this can be expensive for the electric ones. My idea was to use the wet sponge method as done in warehousing when the tape machines became out of order. The glue on the tape is satisfactory and just need to wet the sponge and then wipe across the back of the tape. Then rapidly apply before the gum glue starts to dry. If need be after tape is applied can go over the edges of the tape if they did not adhere well, then press the tape down. I want to say less of this tape was used to seal the top and bottom of a large box versus using plastic tape in the past. Because due to weather change the plastic tape adhesion would come loose on areas of the box then we have to apply more tape. I recommend this tape for shipping brown boxes. AAA+

If you store items in boxes get this tape. It does not give up after a couple of years like the clear stuff. It has reinforcement strings for amazing strength. Shipping that heavy box this is your tape. It is a little tough on the tongue, be careful of paper cuts.

Best paper tape I've ever used. This one actually sticks. Thanks

The edges of the tape don't seem to have enough adhesive to keep the tape secured to the box.

CURBY IPG Water Activated Tape has revolutionized my packing and sealing process. Here's why I'm absolutely thrilled with this product: Invaluable Utility: This tape is incredibly useful and versatile. Whether I'm sealing packages for shipping or securing boxes for storage, it has proven to be a reliable companion for all my packaging needs. Sturdy and Dependable: The sturdiness of this tape is impressive. It offers a level of security and reinforcement that regular tape simply can't match. I have full confidence that my packages will arrive safely and securely sealed. Ease of Use: Despite its strength, CURBY IPG Water Activated Tape is remarkably easy to use. The water-activated adhesive activates quickly and adheres firmly, making the sealing process efficient and hassle-free. Superior to Regular Tape: This tape beats regular tape hands down. It provides a level of durability and reliability that regular tape simply cannot compete with. It's a game-changer in the world of packaging and sealing. In conclusion, CURBY IPG Water Activated Tape is a must-have for anyone who values sturdy, reliable, and easy-to-use packaging solutions. It has transformed the way I seal and secure packages, and I couldn't be happier with the results. If you're tired of regular tape falling short of your packaging needs, give this product a try. It's a game-changer that will make you wonder why you ever used anything else.

This is a great paper tape with a bit of reinforcement. It is not pre moistened so you need to get a dispenser that wets and cuts it. I found one on Amazon for around $35. Worth every penny! Once you get used to it you’ll find this tape is easy to work with and seals packages very well. Make sure you press all the edges down and it will quickly bond to the cardboard box. If you are reusing Amazon boxes for shipping a few inches of this tape easily and quickly covers barcodes and previous shipping info. Best of all, you will be decreasing use of plastic which is not biodegradable once it hits the landfill. +++++

I don't have the machine it is made for, but I moisten the glue with a damp sponge and I am quite satisfied with the results. It is a bit of a hassle, but I much prefer to tape shipping cartons and moving boxes with reinforced water activated tape. I will very likely buy another roll when this one is finished.

What you expect as described, wrapped several packages already, it works, pro tip: re-task and use your old dish sponge to wet it quickly and evenly, don't over wet, one wipe only!