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doc03

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4. I read one time that duct tape is good for almost everything but not

Reply to sl8 (Original post)

Mon Jun 12, 2023, 08:26 AM

Jun 2023

on ducts. The adhesive fails over time and the tape itself deteriorates. My house was built in 1943 so
I had to replace or cover the asbestos joints. It cost a lot more and is more work but I used aluminum tape.

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Why you shouldn't use duck/duct tape on your heating ducts: [View all] sl8 Jun 2023 OP

I wonder if they mean 'metal' ductwork. OldBaldy1701E Jun 2023 #1

Check your ducts... OneBlueDotS-Carolina Jun 2023 #2

Electric mini splits are the way to go. No energy loss from ductwork. 70sEraVet Jun 2023 #3

I read one time that duct tape is good for almost everything but not doc03 Jun 2023 #4

The silver foil tape is the stuff to use. That's the real, appropriate duct tape. NBachers Jun 2023 #5

I use mastic Kaleva Jun 2023 #6