Why do Cloth Tapes Come in Different Colours?

You might have noticed that automotive tapes can sometimes be available in different colour options. But what’s the reasoning behind this? In this guide, we’ll be taking a closer look at cloth tapes and why they’re available in a variety of colours, including white, black and red.

Why is cloth tape different colours?

There are lots of uses for cloth tape, and the different colours make it easier for these to work in various scenarios. In the automotive industry, for instance, one colour of tape might be used to stick cables or wires down, while another colour is used for masking off a car for sanding. The tapes can also help with visibility since colours can be chosen based on whether they will stand out or blend into the surface they’re being used on. The different colours can also be used for quick-reference adhesive labelling and identification purposes.

Often, the colours can just be chosen as a matter of preference. While some might like using white cloth tape, others might prefer using black or red.

Cloth tape colour guide

While we can help you out with a few suggestions, this guidance is mainly here to give you a few suggestions on where and when to use the different cloth tape colour variations. It can come down to personal preference and this guidance shouldn’t be taken as rules.

Black cloth tape

This is a fairly standard colour for cloth tape and can be used for a range of purposes within multiple industries, including automotive, film and TV production. One of its main uses is to clearly mark something against a neutral surface, such as creating a floor marker for somebody to stand or outlining an area for equipment to stay within.

Black Premium Cloth Tape

Our JTAPE Black Premium Cloth Tape is a strong, temperature-resistant, waterproof, high-tack cloth protection tape that has a range of uses. Not only is it twice as tough as standard gaffer tape, but it can also be removed without leaving behind stubborn adhesive residue.

White cloth tape

White is a neutral colour, which means that it’s typically a preferred choice when working on dark surfaces. However, in some cases, it can also be used to blend into a white or neutral background to cover something up. White cloth tape can even be used for labelling since a black marker pen will easily show up against the white background.

White Premium Cloth Tape

JTAPE White Premium Cloth Protection Tape features high-strength construction and a high tack which makes it durable for multiple uses. Whether you’re applying it indoors or outdoors, it can withstand high temperatures and offers excellent water resistance so you can use it for permanent and temporary fixings.

Red cloth tape

Red often means danger or emergency, which is why many people choose to use this cloth protection tape to show that something is broken or is potentially hazardous. The main thing to note is that it stands out against many backgrounds, especially lighter neutrals.

Red Premium Cloth Tape

Our Red Premium Cloth Tape will show up against many colours, whether you’re working on darker or lighter surfaces. This makes it perfect to use around a body shop for marking areas and holding cables down. It can also be used to effectively mask off a car body for sanding thanks to its durability and strength.

Silver cloth tape

Grey or silver cloth tape, similar to black, is a popular choice for multiple purposes. The neutral tone can blend well with a variety of surfaces, making it ideal for taping down wires or automotive sanding on vehicles that have been painted another colour.

Silver Premium Cloth Tape

Our Silver Premium Cloth Tape offers guaranteed strength alongside excellent temperature and water resistance. As with many of our other cloth protection tapes, this product is suitable for indoor and outdoor use, and can also be applied to irregular surfaces without lifting.

Blue cloth tape

Blue is a colour that usually stands out, which makes it an ideal choice when you want to clearly mark something, or you need to see it against a surface. However, it’s important that this isn’t mixed up with blue painter’s tape since this is an entirely different product.

Blue Premium Cloth Protection Tape

Our Blue Premium Cloth Protection Tape is a popular choice from our protection tapes range because it can be easily seen against common automotive paint colours such as black and white. This high-strength, high-tack protection tape is durable, easy to apply and simple to remove.

Other cloth & gaffer tape colours

While the above colours are some of the most common, there are others that can be used. These include green cloth tapes and fluorescent colours. These might be used to indicate that an item or location is used for a specific purpose. For instance, yellow is often used to indicate safety, while green typically signifies medical use.

We hope you have enjoyed these insights into the various colour options available for cloth tapes. To discover our full range of protection tapes, head to our website.