Editing Masking tape (section)

{{Short description|Pressure sensitive tape made of paper}}
[[File:Malerkrepp.jpg|thumb|Masking tape]]
[[Image:PaintersTape.jpg|thumb|right|Painter's tape, a type of masking tape typically used to ensure clean edges on wall painting.]]
[[File:Paint masking tape.jpg|alt=Masking tape|thumb|A low tack masking tape.]]
[[File:Starr-091112-9434-Plumeria rubra-habitat with helicopter paint job-Kahului-Maui (24693961040).jpg|thumb|Masking tape used on a helicopter]]

'''Masking tape,''' also known as '''painter's tape''', is a type of [[pressure-sensitive tape]] made of a thin and easy-to-tear paper, and an easily released [[pressure-sensitive adhesive]]. It is available in a variety of widths. It is used mainly in [[painting]], to [[Masking (in art)|mask off]] areas that should not be painted. 

Some inexpensive masking tapes are suited for general use in homes and offices.  Others are designed for professional house painters. Masking tapes for automotive or aircraft use have special characteristics for these demanding applications.