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  1. Oct 15, 2021 · Then he goes to the hardware emporium for a hammer, a hacksaw, some rope and duct tape — you know, the Serial Killer Special, $49.95. He picks up Lisa (Rapace), and the bickering starts...

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  2. Oct 14, 2021 · Most people don’t prepare for getaways with their spouses by buying a hammer, a hacksaw, duct tape and rope — but Lars (Aksel Hennie) is not most people, and “The Trip,” directed by Tommy...

    • Lena Wilson
    • Tommy Wirkola
    • Repair Clothing
    • Fashion A Plug
    • Repair Luggage
    • Use as A Packing Aid
    • Fashion A Sling
    • Eliminate Chafing
    • Repair Broken Electronics
    • Stabilize A Sprain Or Broken Bone
    • *Create Makeshift Plasters
    • *Prevent Blisters

    A tear in outerwear or rain gear can quickly reduce its functionality. Place a strip of tape inside the item with the adhesive side facing out. Carefully press both sides of the tear together. Then, press firmly on the tape so the original damage is hardly detectable. Check the strength of the repair. If reinforcement is needed, apply another piece...

    Seal a drain without a sink stopper to do laundry. For best results, dry the area before applying the tape.

    Reinforce luggage in worn areas, fix a broken hinge, cover a tear, stabilize a damaged wheel, or secure a luggage tag. To deter tampering, wrap tape around checked baggage. Position the zipper pulls under the tape. Or wrap distinctive tape around a bag’s handle. Colourful tape will make it easier to distinguish the bag from others on the luggage ca...

    Tape unreliable tops of bottled liquids to prevent spills. Prevent leakage by taping a crack on a bottle of sunblock or shampoo. Use tape and bubble wrap to protect breakables. Tape a box for shipping items home.

    Fold a length of tape down the centre so it is half the original width and no longer exposing the adhesive side. Tape a little padding to the sling for a more comfortable fit at key pressure points.

    If a backpack or child carrier begins chafing at the hip belt or shoulder straps, tape a piece of soft fabric to protect the susceptible areas.

    Apply strips of duct tape to a cracked or shattered body or screen of a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or camera. Tape a frayed charging cable.

    Immobilize a broken limb by taping it to a stick, tent pole, or other body part. Use padding. Don’t place duct tape on bare skin. Pad the junction of a forked branch with some cloth and duct tape to make a crutch.

    Craft a waterproof plaster to cover a blister or cut when it’s important to keep it protected from the elements. Create butterfly strips by cutting two small pieces of tape, and adding a smaller strip across their centres. Always place a sterile dressing over a wound before applying tape. If in a pinch, use a piece of clean absorbent clothing to pr...

    If prone to blisters, or when the symptoms of a developing blister first appear, cover the susceptible areas with duct tape. Clean the area and dry it thoroughly to give the adhesive the best chance to stick. Apply the tape as smoothly as possible. Finish by rolling on socks to avoid moving the tape out of place. *Placing duct tape on bare skin can...

    • Put together makeshift bandages and splints. Let’s hope you don’t ever need to, but in a pinch it’s possible. For a wound, clean and cover with tissue before applying tape.
    • Protect your feet from blisters. All that walking when traveling can catch up if the shoes aren’t right. Once you feel the rub starting, apply a strip of duct tape to calm those worn patches of skin.
    • Use as a clothes line. Forgot your stretchy braided version at home? No worries! Get a long strip of duct tape and fold it in half, sticky side together.
    • Fix holes in… anything! This includes your backpack, your jacket, your shoes, and let’s not forget the bug net in your mosquito-infested tropical bungalow.
  3. Feb 6, 2024 · Thankfully, I had a roll of duct tape inside, so I patched it up for the duration of my trip. I also routinely use duct tape to attach paper luggage tags to my suitcases after I fly and before I board my cruise. Other handy uses include removing lint and mending torn clothing hems.

  4. Sep 3, 2024 · Duct tape. Duct tape is a versatile tool that can handle various small repairs or fixes, from securing loose items to addressing minor issues with luggage or cabin equipment.

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  6. Feb 26, 2018 · Clever Uses for Duct Tape When You Travel. From blocking unwanted light in a hotel room to patching up your tent on a camping trip, these are the top uses for duct tape when you’re on the road.