If you’ve heard the expression “like water off a duck’s back,” you may be surprised to learn that some people believe the phrase to be the original inspiration for duct tape. This durable ...

Let's get this straight: Is it "duct" tape or "duck" tape? Believe it or not, historically, it's the latter. This fabric tape with its strong pressure-sensitive adhesive was developed during World War ...

Invented in 1942 by the Johnson and Johnson Company’s Permacel Division, duct tape was created to keep ammunition cases dry.