Soft99 Masking Tape: 18mm x 18m

It works on cured automotive paint, bare metal, plastic trim, rubber seals and glass. Avoid applying to freshly painted surfaces that haven't fully cured - you risk paint lift on removal.

When removed correctly from properly cured paint, it leaves no sticky residue. Remove slowly at a low angle rather than pulling straight up. If any trace remains on trim or glass, a little IPA on a microfibre cloth clears it up quickly.

For best results, remove it as soon as the paint or product has flashed and you no longer need coverage. Extended exposure - especially in direct sun or high heat - can make removal harder and increase residue risk.

No. Masking tape on uncured paint will almost certainly pull the finish when removed. Wait until the paint is fully cured before masking adjacent areas for further repair or correction work.

Yes, this is a primary use case. Apply the tape around the repair zone, apply your aerosol in light coats and remove the tape while the outermost coat is still slightly wet for the cleanest feathered edge.

The tape is flexible enough to follow gentle curves and body character lines without creasing excessively. For very tight radii, apply in shorter overlapping sections and press the edge down firmly to prevent bleed.

Yes. Masking off rubber seals, plastic trim and badges before clay or chemical decon is good practice - it protects those surfaces from iron fallout removers and clay lubricant. This tape holds well through that process.

Absolutely. Many detailers use masking tape to protect trim strips, rubber seals and panel edges before running a dual-action or rotary polisher. It provides a clean barrier so you can work confidently close to the edge without catching trim with the pad.