Copper tape is a narrow copper tape for transmission tubing, sometimes covered with adhesive, commonly attached to cloth tape or wire. Copper tape can be purchased at most garden and hardware stores and even sometimes electrical stores. It is most frequently used to keep unwelcome snails and slugs out of certain areas in yards, potted plants, gardens, and trees. The benefits of copper tape are easy to see. It is an effective barrier against pests, which are especially troublesome around the time of spring bloom when flowers start to bloom. This is also a good method of deterring birds from roosting or otherwise nesting in birdhouses, as they are not likely to enter a home through doors and windows.They also provide a safe and secure environment for small pets like rats and mice, which are unlikely to venture near gardens where copper tape is around. This also goes for larger animals like dogs and horses, which are unlikely to enter a yard without being seen. Copper is an excellent conductor of electricity. It is very durable and strong, able to resist extreme temperatures and pressures as well as wear and tear. This means that copper tape can often be used on and around electrical panels to provide a barrier against electric shock and injury. It is also possible to apply adhesive directly to copper piping in order to provide a barrier between garden hose outlets and garden plants. Copper has also been used in building and construction for many years. One particularly notable application is the staircase railings found at many public buildings and parks. These provide an aesthetic element around a structure, although they do have practical value as a functional item as well. A copper stair railing will help protect residents and visitors from slipping and falling, as well as offering a measure of safety and security in a potentially damp or slippery environment. Another application of copper tape is around the outside of buildings and homes.
