From: Randall Webb (randall.webb@lineone.net)
Date: 02/11/01-06:39:00 PM Z
> >On Fri, 9 Feb 2001, Judy Seigel wrote:
> >
>
> >I think though next trial would be taping with GAFFER'S tape around the
> >back, only at the edges. I found it bulged variously when wet & didn't
> >fully resume flat when dry, but error may have been not fitting paper
> >first when slightly damp. I think that stretches it taut enough so less
> >bulges when wet.
>
> What is Gaffer's tape? Is this a brand or generic name. I have seen this
> tape recommended for a number of things, including the end flaps on film
> holders, but it does not appear to be sold anywhere near where I shop.
>
> Sandy King >>>>>>>
Here is a totally pointless piece of information.
I can't add anything to the discussion on pre-shrinking as I don't do it.
However the word gaffer comes from various sources. Gaffer in English slang
means a foreman or a boss. It may also come from the word gaff which refers
to the rig on which lights are hung either in a theatre or film set. Gaff
also is used to describe a part of the rigging on a sailing ship. In UK the
word gaff is used by the criminal fraternity to denote the place where they
live or store stolen property.
I live quite close to a film studio and when the crews come out for
sandwiches and coffee they have rolls of gaffer ( not gaffer's) tape hanging
on their belts as well as a knife. I think gaffer tape must be a badge of
office.
The tape is quite often used to mark out the actors' positions on stage as
well as for binding lighting booms etc together.
I said it was pointless but there is not much else to do on a wet winter's
afternoon!
Randall Webb
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