Products > Merco Blue® M188 Series Blue Painters’ Masking Tape
Professional-Grade Performance. Guaranteed Results.
Features & Benefits:
Clean Removal for Up to 14 Days Leaves no residue behind on most surfaces, even in direct sunlight
Medium Adhesion Versatility Strong enough to hold, gentle enough for painted surfaces
UV-Resistant Crepe Paper Backing Durable and flexible for sharp paint lines with minimal bleed
Rubber-Based Adhesive Delivers consistent tack in a wide temperature range (50°F to 150°F)
Made in the USA Manufactured in an ISO 9001-certified facility for consistent quality
Product Description:
Merco Blue® M188 is a premium-grade, medium adhesion painter’s masking tape designed for clean, no-residue removal, indoors or out. Whether you’re working on painted drywall, glass, vinyl, metal, or finished wood, M188 delivers reliable hold and effortless cleanup on a wide range of surfaces.
Built to compete head-to-head with the top names in masking tape, including Shurtape® CP27, Intertape PT14, and 3M 2090, Merco Blue® M188 offers pro-level performance at a better value.
Interior and exterior masking
Multi-surface paint prep
Residential and commercial painting
Glass, vinyl, wood trim, metal, and painted drywall
| Property | Merco Blue® M188 |
|---|---|
| Adhesive Type | Synthetic Rubber |
| Tensile Strength | 24 lbs/in |
| Adhesion to Steel | 26 oz/in |
| Total Thickness | 5.1 mil |
| Elongation | 8% |
| Temperature Range | 50°F to 150°F (10°C to 65°C) |
| Clean Removal Time | Up to 14 days (UV resistant) |