Table of Contents

• RUST-OLEUM Advanced Masking Tape - Automotive Masking Tape
• RUST-OLEUM General Purpose Masking Tape - Mint Masking Automotive Tape
• RUST-OLEUM Professional Grade Masking Tape - Orange Automotive Masking Tape
• RUST-OLEUM Premium Painters Masking Tape - Masking Tape with Bloc-it Technology
• RUST-OLEUM General Purpose Masking Tape - Light Duty Masking Tape
• FAQ
• Wrap Up

Rust-Oleum’s Aqua Masking Tape is designed specifically for automotive refinishing. It sticks well to metal, plastic, and painted surfaces, and removes clean without residue or paint flaking.

Key Features:

• Rubber-based adhesive grips tight but peels clean
• Works with both water and solvent-based paints
• UV resistant up to three days
• Resists paint flaking and wet sanding
• Smooth, consistent unwind
• Bonds well to itself for better layering

This tape is ideal for body shops or anyone doing automotive touch-ups. It holds through the job, yet removes cleanly without lifting paint or leaving adhesive behind.

Mint Masking Tape is a versatile green crepe paper tape designed for general-purpose automotive masking. It offers solid performance during wet sanding and holds up to elevated bake temperatures in spray booths.

• Light green backing for better visibility of masked areas
• Withstands oven temps up to 225°F (107°C) for 1 hour
• Clean, one-piece removal
• Compatible with both water and solvent-based paints
• Good shingling performance when layered
• Excellent for wet sanding applications

This tape performs well in body shop environments where clean lines, easy handling, and temperature resistance are key. It's a dependable choice for everyday automotive prep.

Rust-Oleum’s Orange Masking Tape is built for high-demand, professional applications—especially in autobody shops and composites. It handles extreme temperatures and delivers clean, sharp lines even on complex surfaces.

• Withstands oven temps up to 250°F (121°C) for 30 minutes
• UV resistant for up to 72 hours
• Tear, moisture, and solvent resistant
• Highly conformable and smooth to the touch
• Excellent adhesion to backing when layered
• Holds masking paper or film securely
• Sharp color separation with minimal bleed-through

This tape is ideal for jobs requiring precision and durability, whether you’re masking tight corners or laying out long paint lines under heat and pressure.

This blue masking tape is designed for clean, sharp paint lines on a wide range of surfaces. Its Bloc-it technology helps prevent paint bleed-through, making it ideal for detailed interior and exterior painting.

• UV resistant for up to 14 days
• Bloc-it technology prevents paint from seeping under the tape
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor use
• Clean removal from most surfaces
• Strong enough to hold plastic sheeting and masking paper
• Excellent conformability and tear strength
• Works on hardwood floors, lacquer, and laminate surfaces

A solid choice for painters who want precision and flexibility. It sticks well, peels clean, and holds up to light exposure and humidity without issues.

This natural crepe paper tape is designed for everyday use in office, school, hobby, and light-duty masking tasks. It’s a go-to for non-critical applications where clean removal and ease of use matter most.

• Aggressive pressure-sensitive natural rubber adhesive
• Clean removal without residue or tape lines
• Temperature range: 50°F to 180°F
• Works well for posters, packaging, bundling, tabbing, and more
• Compliant with ASTM D6123 / 6123M, Type I and CID A-A-883B, Type I

Best used for general masking, basic painting, labeling, or bundling—anywhere you need a quick, clean tape that won’t damage surfaces.

FAQ

Wrap Up

Rust-Oleum offers a masking tape for just about every application, whether you’re in the shop, the garage, or just touching up around the house. From high-temp automotive jobs to fine finish painting and everyday fixes, each tape is built with a purpose.

Instead of guessing which roll to grab, choose the one that’s made for the job. When it comes to clean lines, reliable hold, and easy removal, these five tapes cover all the bases.