Base Tape for Hair System Care | Walker Tape

Reinforce, Protect, and Repair Your Hair System with Ease

Walker Tape’s Base Tape is the go-to single-sided tape for extending the life of delicate, thin, or damaged hair systems.

Designed to reinforce the unit without direct skin contact, it forms a protective layer between the hair system and a more aggressive double-sided tape, helping prevent tearing, thinning, or damage over time.

Gentle on Units, Strong in Support

Whether you're working with lace, poly, or hybrid systems, Base Tape is safe for all types.

It’s semi-flexible, easy to tear by hand, and comes with a dull finish for minimal visibility, making it perfect for lace systems.

Its stiff carrier gives added structural support, and the low residue makes cleanup simple and efficient.

Why Base Tape is a Must for Hair System Maintenance

• Protects fragile or thin units
• Allows the use of stronger adhesives without harming the system
• Perfect for temporary repairs
• Prevents wear and tear from daily use

Specifications

• Type: Single-Sided Support Tape
• System Compatibility: All systems
• Finish: Dull (great for lace)
• Residue Level: Low
• Carrier: Stiff
• Hold Time: 1–7 days
• Size: 1” x 6 yards (2.5 cm x 5.5 m)

How to Use Walker Base Tape

1. Apply Base Tape directly onto the hair system (not the scalp).
2. Place a stronger double-sided tape over the Base Tape.
3. Do not use Base Tape as the only adhesive.
4. For damaged areas, use Base Tape as a temporary patch.
5. Tear easily by hand to custom-fit delicate sections.

Installation and Aftercare Tips

• Wait 24 hours before bathing, sweating, swimming, or applying hair products.
• For water activities, use a swim cap to maintain adhesive strength.
• Want to skip the wait time? Use Max Hold Sport Scalp Protector for immediate, gym-ready bonding.
• Avoid adjusting already placed tape—removal weakens the bond.
• For repositioning, apply Just-Rite Positioning Spray for safe, accurate placement without compromising adhesion.

13 FAQs About Base Tape for Hair System Care

1. What is Walker Tape’s Base Tape used for?
Base Tape is a single-sided support tape designed to reinforce delicate, thin, or damaged hair systems. It acts as a protective buffer between the unit and a stronger double-sided tape.

2. Is Base Tape applied to the scalp or hair system?
Base Tape is only applied to the hair system, not the scalp. It provides a safe foundation for applying double-sided adhesive tapes.

3. Can I use Base Tape by itself to hold my hair system?
No. Base Tape is not an adhesive tape for bonding to the scalp. It’s a support layer used in combination with double-sided tapes for proper adhesion.

4. How long does Base Tape last once applied?
It offers a hold time of 1–7 days, depending on factors like skin oils, humidity, and activity level.

5. What size is the roll of Base Tape?
Each roll is 1 inch wide (2.5 cm) and 6 yards long (5.5 meters), providing plenty of material for multiple uses or patching.

6. Is it safe for all types of hair systems?
Yes. Base Tape is compatible with all base types, including lace, poly, and hybrid systems.

7. Does Base Tape leave sticky residue?
Very little. It features a low-residue formula that makes clean-up easy and efficient, even with daily use.

8. Is this tape safe for lace systems?
Absolutely. Base Tape has a dull finish that reduces shine, making it ideal for lace-based units.

9. What kind of carrier does this tape have?
It has a stiff carrier, which offers structural support and minimizes the risk of tearing during daily wear or tape removal.

10. How do I use Base Tape for repairs?
To patch thin or damaged areas, simply cut and place Base Tape directly over the weak spot on the underside of the unit, then layer your preferred double-sided tape on top for secure attachment.

11. Can I tear Base Tape by hand?
Yes. It is semi-flexible and hand-tearable, making it easy to customize the shape and size for delicate areas.

12. Should I wait before getting the tape wet?
Yes. Wait 24 hours before showering, sweating, or swimming to allow full adhesive curing. For immediate strength, apply Max Hold Sport Scalp Protector.

13. How do I adjust the Base Tape during placement?
Use Just-Rite Positioning Spray to safely adjust placement before pressing down. Avoid lifting and reapplying after contact with the system.