Double-sided tape

[napaknives]

Hello, all, I am making some knife edge protectors from manila file folders. They are similar to those sold by "Safety Products". I want to use a double-sided tape to seal one side. Uline has 1/4" tape, but charges $5.00 for shipping (each roll!). Considering that the tape only costs $5.00 per roll, I think that the shipping is a bit severe. Does anyone know where I can buy double-sided 1/4" tape? I put an edge protector on each knife that I sharpen commercially, for safety and to "protect the edge". I have been using a glue gun, but that is unwieldy. ...... Thanks a lot........Dan

 

[TravisH]

Why not just plain ol' Scotch-type double-sided tape or Elmers-type glue?

You're using common manila folders, right? So why go overboard on how they're joined?

 

[HeavyHanded]

Wood glue is fast on paper products.

I will sometimes cut a piece of cardboard to length and width, and (carefully) stab the dull knife into it so as not to pierce either side. Once sharp, slide it back in.

 

[eKretz]

Just buy some double sided carpet tape and cut it into 1/4" strips. Or use the double sided tape used for attaching clear window insulating film - it's about 1/2" wide. You can use it and let it hang out past the seam then trim it flush with scissors or a knife.

 

[napaknives]

Thanks, guys. I found some 3M double-sided tape for less than a penny an inch. Works well. I thought I would need something exotic. But no!