This tutorial demonstrates how to cut knifeless tape cleanly on a green BMW wrap when the tape extends off the panel edge.
Knifeless Tape Technique
The video demonstrates how to pull knifeless tape that dangles off an edge and is not tacked to a surface. When tape hangs past the body panel, starting the cut cleanly without bunching the vinyl can be difficult. The installer shows how to control the filament so it starts cutting without lifting or stretching the material.
To make the cut, follow these steps:
- Make a relief cut in the vinyl film to the exact length you want the finished edge to be.
- Hold the knifeless tape against the bottom edge.
- Fold the tape back over itself.
- Give the folded tape a light pinch.
- Start tugging the filament to begin the cut.
Do not pinch the tape too hard. A light pinch keeps the line in place while letting the cutting filament snap smoothly through the center of the tape.
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FAQ
How do you start knifeless tape that is dangling off a panel?
Cut the vinyl to your target length, hold the tape against the bottom edge, fold it back over itself, and give it a light pinch before pulling.
Why should you avoid pinching the knifeless tape too hard?
A light pinch allows the filament to snap cleanly through the center of the tape without binding.