{"id":1135,"date":"2021-10-11T17:02:46","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T21:02:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/?p=1135"},"modified":"2021-12-24T17:17:42","modified_gmt":"2021-12-24T22:17:42","slug":"does-flex-tape-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/does-flex-tape-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Flex Tape Really Work? We Put It to the Test"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever been browsing cable TV in the wee hours of the morning \u2013 then you\u2019ve likely run across the adhesive tape with seemingly magical abilities to repair leaky pipes, damaged roofs, and even boats sawed in half!<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>While the infomercial is nothing if not entertaining, you\u2019re probably wondering \u201cdoes flex tape really work?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The manufacturer claims flex tape is able to instantly patch, bond, seal, and repair a variety of materials \u2013 and can even be used underwater! I\u2019m a bit of a skeptic, so I thought I\u2019d put these claims to the test and see just how well flex tape works in several real-life applications.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Jump To:<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65c223928e3fa\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65c223928e3fa\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/does-flex-tape-work\/#Bucket_Test_Thats_a_Lotta_Damage\" title=\"Bucket Test: That\u2019s a Lotta\u2019 Damage\">Bucket Test: That\u2019s a Lotta\u2019 Damage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/does-flex-tape-work\/#PVC_Pipe_Test\" title=\"PVC Pipe Test\">PVC Pipe Test<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/does-flex-tape-work\/#Underwater_Test\" title=\"Underwater Test \">Underwater Test <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/does-flex-tape-work\/#Flex_Tape_Impressions\" title=\"Flex Tape Impressions\">Flex Tape Impressions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/does-flex-tape-work\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bucket_Test_Thats_a_Lotta_Damage\"><\/span><strong>Bucket Test: That\u2019s a Lotta\u2019 Damage<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For the first test, I decided to test how well flex tape would work at sealing a large hole in a plastic bucket. The infomercial features several examples of sealing leaking holes in plastic containers, so this seemed like a logical place to start.<\/p>\n<p>I started with a standard 5-gallon bucket and drilled a 1 \u00be\u201d sized hole in it <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-to-use-a-hole-saw\/\">using a hole saw<\/a>. I then patched it with flex tape both on the inside and outside of the hole.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1138 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/flex-tape-5-gallon-bucket.jpg?resize=800%2C562&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"applying flex tape to bucket\" width=\"800\" height=\"562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/flex-tape-5-gallon-bucket.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/flex-tape-5-gallon-bucket.jpg?resize=300%2C211&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/flex-tape-5-gallon-bucket.jpg?resize=768%2C540&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The manufacturer recommends applying the tape to both sides of a repair, which I noticed many users who were having issues weren\u2019t doing.<\/p>\n<p>After smoothing out the flex tape to remove any air pockets, I filled the bucket with water above the level of the repair. To my surprise, the tape did its job perfectly.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1140\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1140\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1140 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/bucket-with-flex-tape-repair.jpg?resize=800%2C549&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"bucket with flex tape repair\" width=\"800\" height=\"549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/bucket-with-flex-tape-repair.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/bucket-with-flex-tape-repair.jpg?resize=300%2C206&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/bucket-with-flex-tape-repair.jpg?resize=768%2C527&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1140\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The bucket repair worked surprisingly well. No leaking at all!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>There was no leaking whatsoever, and the tape held the water back completely. I performed this test about 5 minutes after applying the tape, so there was no long curing period involved.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Result: <\/strong>Complete Success<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PVC_Pipe_Test\"><\/span><strong>PVC Pipe Test<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The next test I performed was intended to simulate repairing a leaky or damaged section of PVC pipe in your home.<\/p>\n<p>I started by drilling a couple of small holes into a section of 2 inch PVC pipe I had lying around. Then I applied flex tape to the outside of the pipe, sealed off one side with an end cap, and began to fill the other end with water.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1144\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1144\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1144 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/applying-flex-tape-to-pvc-pipe-1-rotated-e1633984806959.jpg?resize=800%2C545&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"applying flex tape to pvc pipe\" width=\"800\" height=\"545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/applying-flex-tape-to-pvc-pipe-1-rotated-e1633984806959.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/applying-flex-tape-to-pvc-pipe-1-rotated-e1633984806959.jpg?resize=300%2C204&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/applying-flex-tape-to-pvc-pipe-1-rotated-e1633984806959.jpg?resize=768%2C523&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1144\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Applying flex tape to pvc pipe.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This time a small trickle of water began to leak through the tape rather quickly. I tried to fix it by applying pressure with my hand, but the leak continued to flow. Keep in mind tape was only applied to the outside of the PVC pipe, so I figured I\u2019d try the test once again with flex tape applied to both sides.<\/p>\n<p>This was actually a little difficult to do, as applying the flex tape inside a 2\u201d wide section of PVC is an exercise in patience and hand-eye coordination.<\/p>\n<p>Once I had the tape applied to both sides of the pipe, I once again filled it with water. This time the repair held back the water and prevented any leaks from developing.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1146\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1146\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1146 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/filling-pvc-pipe-with-water.jpg?resize=800%2C552&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"filling pvc pipe with water\" width=\"800\" height=\"552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/filling-pvc-pipe-with-water.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/filling-pvc-pipe-with-water.jpg?resize=300%2C207&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/filling-pvc-pipe-with-water.jpg?resize=768%2C530&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1146\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Filling the pvc pipe with water.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I\u2019d consider this a marginally successful test, as it worked well when both sides of the PVC were taped. The flex tape infomercial features leaking PVC pipes being repaired by a hand slapping section of tape to the outside, which seems unlikely to work in a real-life home repair scenario.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Result: <\/strong>Marginal Success<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Underwater_Test\"><\/span><strong>Underwater Test <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For the last test, I figured I\u2019d test one of the more outlandish claims in the flex tape infomercial \u2013 the ability to use it underwater! This was by far the most challenging test to perform, as I wanted to emulate sealing off a water leak while it was actively flowing.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1148 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/preparing-to-apply-flex-tape-underwater.jpg?resize=800%2C483&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"preparing to apply flex tape underwater\" width=\"800\" height=\"483\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/preparing-to-apply-flex-tape-underwater.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/preparing-to-apply-flex-tape-underwater.jpg?resize=300%2C181&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/preparing-to-apply-flex-tape-underwater.jpg?resize=768%2C464&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For this test, I drilled another 1 \u00be inch hole in a 5-gallon bucket. I then filled the bucket up with water while holding a small piece of plastic on the outside of the hole to prevent all the water from gushing out.<\/p>\n<p>Then, I removed the plastic allowing the water to flow, and hurriedly applied a strip of flex seal underwater to cover up the hole.<\/p>\n<p>To my shock, it stopped the leak completely! No water trickled through the gap at all.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1150\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1150\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1150 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/bucket-hole-sealed-with-flex-tape.jpg?resize=800%2C544&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"home depot bucket hole sealed with flex tape\" width=\"800\" height=\"544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/bucket-hole-sealed-with-flex-tape.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/bucket-hole-sealed-with-flex-tape.jpg?resize=300%2C204&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/homeimprovementscout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/bucket-hole-sealed-with-flex-tape.jpg?resize=768%2C522&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1150\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The flex tape sealed the hole underwater!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I\u2019m not sure why this test was so successful while the PVC one developed leaks, but it may have something to do with the effect of water pressure sealing the tape against the hole.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Result: <\/strong>Complete Success<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flex_Tape_Impressions\"><\/span><strong>Flex Tape Impressions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>First, this stuff is seriously sticky! I\u2019m talking <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/best-rat-traps\/\">glue trap<\/a> sticky. While using the tape, you\u2019ll need to be careful to avoid it getting stuck to your fingertips or to the wrong part of the work surface.<\/p>\n<p>It also feels impressively thick and sturdy, which seems to give it the strength to contain water under pressure.<\/p>\n<p>Secondly, the tape is not designed like duct tape or <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/gorilla-tape-vs-flex-tape\/\">gorilla tape<\/a>. The roll of tape has a strip of plastic backing on the sticky side that you\u2019ll need to remove before you can apply the tape. This is what enables the adhesive to be so powerful, as it\u2019s not stuck to itself like most rolls of tape are.<\/p>\n<p>And last up, cutting the tape is a little tricky. Because this stuff is so sticky, there is a tendency for the edge to stick to your scissors or knife while cutting it. This is a relatively minor issue but makes quickly cutting strips of tape challenging.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re wondering how long flex tape lasts for, check out my <a href=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/how-long-does-flex-tape-last\/\">post here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>All in all, flex seal performed well in a variety of situations and certainly exceeded my expectations as far as patching and repair adhesive goes. While I\u2019d never used flex tape before this test, I\u2019d have no hesitation reaching for it for small repairs around the house, especially when waterproofing is required.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Flex-Tape-Rubberized-Waterproof-Black\/dp\/B01N5Q3G8H?&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=homeimprovementscout-20&amp;linkId=6f66e53a1cb21ae8d4146652a6314777&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flex tape retails online<\/a> for about $12.50 for a 4-inch x 5-foot roll, which isn\u2019t cheap, but seems about par with other patch and seal adhesive tapes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever been browsing cable TV in the wee hours of the morning \u2013 then you\u2019ve likely run across the adhesive tape with seemingly magical abilities to repair leaky pipes, damaged roofs, and even boats sawed in half!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1137,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,5],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Does Flex Tape Really Work? 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