Suggestions to stop tape from melting

[watcharacters]

 

I have trouble keeping any tape from melting and becoming worthless.   I'm talking duct tape, masking tape, electrical tape and  any other glue based tape.

I just opened a sealed roll of  blue  TOV duct tape I bought about two months ago and  it's been rendered unusable by basically  becoming  a mass of stickiness.

The  tape is kept  in a spare bedroom, not airconed, where we keep all supplies.     Do I need to figure on using whatever tape I buy as soon as i get home?

 

I've had Scotch 33 electrical  tape last years in a  generally moderate climate.

 

Any simple ideas on how to tackle this situation?

[malt25]

I have several different types of tape stored in my small workshop. No air cond. Never a problem.

But I'd try storing in the fridge if only a few rolls. If you have a hobby or job that requires a lot of tape might be worthwhile investing in a small bar fridge.

 

Just a thought.

[Pomthai]

Your prisoners have better odds of escape with melting tape. To mitigate that (though less sporting) refrigerate the tape.

[cyberfarang]

I keep small plastic bottles of liquid glue and different types of tapes at the bottom of my fridge in the door storage area. Does the trick, it all stays as good as new for a very long time.

[Pdaz]

But the imported 3M tape rather than the locally made 3M variety or the even worse Chinese cheapo stuff. There is a huge quality difference

[joeyg]

Yes you need to buy small quantities and use it the same day.

[watcharacters]

Thanks to all for the replies.     I do have Scotch 33 but  it can't  sustain the heat in the long run as well.  

 

I understand the  only  way to effectively handle it is to buy a bigger refer than what we  have.     Our capacity is 20 cu. ft. between a 6 and 14.     Not enough it appears.   I knew I should have opted for the bigger is better  thing with refer buying.       Next time..