how thick is backing vs tape?

Hi, Thank you for your interest in our tapes. The backing thickness for this product is 10mil, and total is 12.8mil.

Would this work on an old dresser where the drawers stick and don't have rails/runners?

This is like applying tape to a flat surface. The surfaces in contact should be smooth and flat for good adhesion. So if there is sufficient smooth, flat surface to apply the tape to, it will definitely greatly reduce the contact friction. The UHMW tape has a very low friction surface. Apply to both contacted surfaces if you can. You may need to trim the width of the UHMW tape to fit. The tape is very thin, 5 mil - the thickness of a piece of paper, so it shouldn't impact the fitting of the drawers.

What is the difference between 5 mil uhmw and 10 mil uhmw?

5 mil=.005" of an inch in thickness.--10 mil= .010" of an inch in thickness. Therefore, 10 mil is twice as thick as 5 mil thickness wise. Hope this helps!

can this be used in salt water?

UHMWPE/GO composites are suitable for using in seawater environments.Mar 15, 2018

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APT, UHMW (Ultra-high Molecular Weight) Polyethylene Tape, Resists Abrasion, Impact, for Surface Protection and Friction and Noise Reduction for Lining Sliding Surfaces. (0.5" x 5Yds, 5 Mil UHMW)

APT, UHMW (Ultra-high Molecular Weight) Polyethylene Tape, Resists Abrasion, Impact, for Surface Protection and Friction and Noise Reduction for Lining Sliding Surfaces. (0.5" x 5Yds, 5 Mil UHMW)

Product ID: 230733059

Details

Brand
APT Advanced
Color
Translucent
Material
Ptfe Plastic
Number of Items
1
Recommended Uses For Product
Indoor Outdoor

🔇Low friction for squeak & noise reduction

⚙️30 lbs tensile strength per inch

🛡️5 mil abrasion-resistant thickness

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Description

🛠️ Protect surfaces like a pro—durable, silent, and sleek.

TRUSTED QUALITY - High-performance, chemical-free tape with 4.6-star user approval
INVISIBLE SHIELD - Translucent backing preserves aesthetics while guarding against wear
SILENT PERFORMANCE - Minimizes vibration noise and squeaks for a professional finish
VERSATILE ADHESION - Strong acrylic adhesive bonds seamlessly to metal, wood, and plastic
UNMATCHED DURABILITY - Outlasts Nylon & PTFE tapes for long-term surface protection

APT UHMW Polyethylene Tape is a 0.5" x 5-yard, 5 mil thick translucent adhesive tape engineered for abrasion resistance, impact protection, and friction noise reduction. Featuring a robust acrylic adhesive and 30 lbs tensile strength, it bonds effectively to metal, wood, and plastic surfaces. Ideal for sliding surfaces, it extends wear life beyond Nylon and PTFE tapes while minimizing squeaks and rattles. Trusted by professionals with a 4.6-star rating, this tape delivers long-lasting, chemical-free surface protection indoors and outdoors.

Specifications

ASIN	B08CFVTTRV
Adhesive Format	roll
Adhesive Location	one_side
Adhesive Material	Acrylic
Adhesive Side Count	1
Best Sellers Rank	#41,316 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #270 in Masking Tape #8,940 in Hardware
Brand Name	APT Advanced Polymer Tape
Color	Translucent
Compatible Material	Acrylic, Metal, Plastic, Wood
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,658)
Foil Thickness	5 mils
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness	0.5"W
Item Resistance	Abrasion Resistant
Item Thickness	5 mils
Manufacturer	APT Advanced Polymer Tape
Material Type	Ptfe,Polyethylene,Plastic,Nylon,Acrylic Adhesive
Model	APT
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Other Special Features of the Product	Abrasion Resistant, Low Friction, Extraordinary Durability
Part Number	APT
Recommended Uses For Product	Indoor, Outdoor, Electrical, Plumbing, Bicycle Handlebar, Wall
Size Name	0.5" x 5Yds
Surface Recommendation	Metal, Plastic, Wood
Tensile Strength	30 pounds_per_inch
Unit Count	15 Feet
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant

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