What Is a Protective Film?

A protective film is a temporary adhesive-backed layer that helps shield surfaces from damage during manufacturing, fabrication, shipping, storage, and installation. At Presto Tape, we manufacture protective films that are used to help keep surfaces clean and damage-free by guarding against scratches, abrasions, dirt, debris, and other common jobsite or handling hazards. They are designed to stay in place and remove clean when the work is done.

Protective film is commonly used on materials such as glass, windows, plastics, metals, floors, countertops, carpets and other finished surfaces that need reliable temporary protection. Different surfaces and applications require different levels of adhesion and durability, because of this Presto Tape offers protective films in a range of thicknesses and tack strengths to fit specific use and substrate needs. The goal is simple: preserve the appearance and quality of the surface from fabrication until its ready for final use.