3M 888519150566 Painters Masking Tape 1/4 in 60 Yd Blue

Product Description

The 3M 888519150566 is a blue crepe paper painters masking tape designed for clean paint lines on trim, molding, and surface edges. It measures 1/4 inch wide and 60 yards long, making it well suited for narrow masking work where precision matters. The tape uses an acrylic adhesive that bonds securely to a range of surfaces while releasing cleanly without leaving residue. At 5.4 mil thick, the crepe paper backing conforms to slightly curved or irregular surfaces. A tensile strength of 27 lb/in keeps the tape intact during application and removal. Painters, drywall finishers, and finish carpenters are the typical installers for this tape in both residential and light commercial settings.

This tape is used in painting preparation tasks where a narrow mask line is required, such as along window glazing, cabinet edges, trim details, or other tight geometry where wider tape would be impractical. The 1/4 inch width is a standard choice for fine-line paint separation and is commonly stocked by painting contractors and finish tradespeople. The blue color provides easy visual identification of masked areas during multi-step paint sequences. The tape is rated to a maximum operating temperature of 200 degrees F, allowing it to remain in place through typical latex and alkyd paint drying cycles without edge bleed.

Key Features

• 1/4 inch wide format for narrow masking and fine-line applications
• 60-yard roll length reduces mid-job roll changes on larger projects
• Acrylic adhesive bonds cleanly and removes without surface damage
• 5.4 mil crepe paper backing conforms to slightly curved surfaces
• 27 lb/in tensile strength resists tearing during application and removal
• Rated to 200 degrees F maximum operating temperature

Compatibility

Designed as a standard painters masking tape suitable for use on painted drywall, wood trim, metal, and glass surfaces in residential and light commercial painting applications.

Installation Notes

Applied by hand without special tools; ensure the surface is clean, dry, and free of dust or loose material before taping to achieve a clean paint line. Press the tape edge firmly along the mask line to prevent paint bleed. Remove the tape at a low angle while paint is still slightly wet or fully cured, per the paint manufacturer's guidance, to avoid surface damage. Do not leave tape applied beyond the recommended dwell time for the surface type and paint system in use.