Duct tape, or gaffer tape (apparently they are different) are no good for the purpose of mending holes, tears, or to make joins in polythene newt fencing. They are both great tapes for other purposes but are not UV resistant, or waterproof and don't stand up to the British weather for long periods of time. The adhesive on duct tape very quickly dries out when exposed to the elements and very quickly fails to retains it adhesion to the plastic newt fencing membrane.
Caudon Waterproof UV Repair Tape does exactly what it says on the tin, its waterproof, UV stabilised.... and it sticks. It can even be used when the newt fencing polythene membrane is wet. We didn't believe this at first but it does work and now always carry some when on temporary newt fencing contracts. Its tough stuff and retains it adhesion to the newt fencing membrane when exposed to the British climate and should continue to do so for up to 2 years.
If you're an ecologist, or site manager and have the responsibility of looking after a temporary newt fence and maintaining its integrity, get yourself a roll of Caudon Waterproof UV Repair Tape.
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| Caudon 50mm Newt Fencing Repair Tape |
Caudon 100mm Newt Fencing Repair Tape |
A tweeted photo of Caudon Waterproof UV Repair Tape in action from site
