The right tape can make a significant difference to the quality, durability and appearance of a finished picture-framing project.
Picture framers need tapes that provide reliable adhesion while remaining easy to handle and suitable for materials such as paper, cardboard, backing boards, mounts and frames. Depending on the job, the tape may need to be acid free, conformable, hand tearable or strong enough to seal and reinforce cartons.
Shardlows Packaging supplies several dependable tape options for picture framers, including paper tapes for backing and sealing, packaging tapes for finished frames and adhesive transfer tape for clean, precise mounting.
Sellotape 6270 Paper Flatback Tape
Sellotape 6270 is a strong and flexible paper flatback tape suitable for professional picture framing and a variety of craft, printing and packaging applications.
Its pH-neutral adhesive makes it particularly useful for framing applications where an acid-free adhesive is preferred. The tape is also static free, hand tearable and resistant to ink solvents, making it easy and practical to use in busy workshops.
Key features
- pH-neutral, acid-free adhesive
- Strong and flexible paper backing
- Static-free construction
- Easily torn by hand
- Resistant to ink solvents
- Clean and convenient application
Typical applications
- Picture framing and frame backing
- Bookbinding
- Silkscreen printing
- Sealing parcels
- General paper and craft applications
Sellotape 6270 is a versatile choice for framers looking for a reliable paper tape that combines strength with easy handling.
FPP1 Kraft Paper Framing Tape
FPP1 is a versatile, conformable kraft paper tape designed for the picture-framing industry as well as general packaging and carton-closing applications.
It combines a kraft paper backing with a long-life solvent rubber adhesive, providing reliable adhesion to a wide variety of paper and cardboard surfaces. It is particularly useful when working with recycled boards, which can sometimes be more difficult for standard tapes to bond to securely.
Key features
- Kraft paper backing
- Long-life solvent rubber adhesive
- Flexible and conformable
- Suitable for many recycled cardboard surfaces
- Strong adhesion to paper and board
- Easy to use for workshop and packaging tasks
Typical applications
- Sealing the backs of picture frames
- General frame-finishing work
- Closing cardboard cartons
- Paper tabbing
- Paper splicing
- General workshop use
Its combination of flexibility and dependable adhesion makes FPP1 a practical everyday tape for framers, printers and packaging operations.
Scotch® Paper Box Sealing Tape 3557
Scotch® Paper Box Sealing Tape 3557 is a high-strength paper tape suitable for picture framing, carton sealing, box reinforcement and general packaging.
It features a smooth kraft paper backing and a high-performance synthetic resin and rubber adhesive. Once applied, it forms a secure bond to paper and cardboard surfaces, helping to protect framed work during storage, handling and transport.
The paper backing also provides a smooth surface that can be written on, labelled or flexographically printed with branding, handling instructions or other information.
Key features
- Strong kraft paper backing
- Reliable pressure-sensitive adhesive
- Excellent shear strength and cohesion
- Moisture-resistant backing
- Clean and consistent unwinding
- Suitable for writing, labelling and printing
- Creates a secure, tamper-evident closure
- Trusted 3M Scotch® performance
Typical applications
- Picture framing and frame backing
- Closing boxes for shipping or storage
- Reinforcing cartons and packages
- Sealing packages containing framed artwork
- General paper-based packaging
- Custom-printed carton closures
Scotch 3557 is especially useful for framers who need a tape that can be used both in the workshop and when packing finished pieces for dispatch.
Available size: 50 mm × 100 m
Scotch® ATG Adhesive Transfer Tape 924
Scotch® ATG Adhesive Transfer Tape 924 is a pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive supplied without a conventional tape backing.
The adhesive is reverse wound for use with a Scotch ATG applicator, which applies a clean, controlled strip of adhesive exactly where it is needed. This makes it ideal for mounting and assembly work where a neat finish is important.
ATG Tape 924 provides strong initial adhesion and bonds to a broad range of materials, including paper, cardboard, wood, metal, glass and many plastics.
Key features
- High initial adhesion
- Acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive
- Good solvent resistance
- Excellent resistance to UV exposure
- Clean and controlled application
- Suitable for a wide range of surfaces
- No drying or curing time
- Helps reduce mess compared with liquid adhesives
- Safer and easier to handle than many hot-melt adhesives
Typical applications
- Picture framing and mounting
- Attaching mats and backing materials
- Mounting posters and promotional displays
- Joining paper and cardboard components
- Point-of-sale display assembly
- General craft and workshop applications
When applied using an ATG dispenser, the tape offers a fast, precise and cost-effective alternative to liquid glue, spray adhesive or hot-melt systems.
Which Picture Framing Tape Should You Choose?
The most suitable tape will depend on the materials being used and the purpose of the application.
Choose Sellotape 6270 when you need a flexible, hand-tearable paper tape with a pH-neutral adhesive.
Choose FPP1 for a versatile kraft paper tape suitable for frame backing, recycled cardboard, paper tabbing and general workshop use.
Choose Scotch 3557 when strength, carton reinforcement and secure packaging are the main priorities.
Choose Scotch ATG Tape 924 for clean and accurate mounting where a visible tape backing is not required.
Before using a tape on valuable or irreplaceable artwork, we recommend testing it with the specific paper, board, coating or framing material involved.
Picture Framing Tapes from Shardlows Packaging
Shardlows Packaging supplies a practical range of paper tapes, carton-sealing tapes and adhesive transfer tapes for professional picture framers, printers, retailers and packaging operations.
Whether you need an acid-free flatback tape, a strong kraft paper backing tape or a clean adhesive mounting solution, our team can help you choose the right product for the job.
Browse our picture-framing tapes online or contact Shardlows Packaging for product advice, pricing and availability.