3M General Purpose Masking Tape is suitable for everyday masking jobs when painting and decorating. Its crepe paper backing is easy to tear by hand, making it useful for protecting edges, trim and fittings from unwanted paint. The 36mm width provides more coverage than narrower masking tapes, making it handy around skirting boards, architraves, window frames, switches and sockets. Designed for temporary masking, this tape should be tested on a small, inconspicuous area before use, particularly on painted or delicate surfaces.