What Are Tape Holders?

Desktop tape dispensers have weighted bases to easily tear off the tape. They are available in different surface finishes, widths and roll lengths. They have sleek designs that blend into existing office decor. Most standard tape dispensers hold rolls of tape between 30 and 50 yards in length.

A standard tape holder for the home or office contains tape with a cellophane surface. The cellophane comes in matte, glossy or clear finishes and the most popular is transparent tape, also known as clear tape.

What Types of Office Tape Dispensers Are Available?

There are a variety of office tape dispensers available. Options include:

Traditional Tape Dispensers: The traditional dispenser is an elongated, contoured receptacle with a felt or rubber base for stability. It has a removable wheel that fits inside a roll of tape, which pulls out to a toothed cutting edge. They come in different designs. Look for dispensers in a variety of colors, as well as two-tone models.

Multi-Roll Dispensers: Busy art studios and professional crafters may opt for desktop tape dispensers with multi-roll capacity. They're ideal for jobs that require easy access to different types, colors or sizes of tapes. For increased efficiency, some models take a combination of masking, pressure-sensitive and carton sealing tapes.

Other units fit up to 10 rolls in assorted colors for various scrapbooking and design purposes. Along with tapes and tape holders, a handy supply of glue and glue sticks makes it easy to complete art and craft projects quickly.

Clip-On Tape Dispensers: Some clip-on tape holders can attach to surfaces that are 1.25 in. thick. This prevents the user from having to hold down the dispenser, as the table is useful for counterweighting. Users only need one hand to rip off the tape.

Why Are Office Tape Holders Essential?

In many business environments, tape is indispensable. Along with staplers, scissors and filing supplies, tape covers many applications for home and office needs. People use tape to repair, seal, attach, protect and wrap items.

This everyday use means that every utility drawer in a business space should contain at least one office tape dispenser. Keep your office stocked with office tape holders!