Why Nashua 357 Gaffer Tape Is the Industry Standard
When professionals talk about gaffer tape, chances are they're talking about Nashua 357. For more than four decades, this professional-grade cloth tape has been trusted by production managers, stage managers, lighting technicians, audio engineers, film crews and venue operators across Australia and around the world. Whether you're preparing for a theatre season, building a festival site, touring nationally or setting up a corporate event, Nashua 357 has earned its reputation as the tape professionals reach for first.
Unlike standard duct tape, Nashua 357 Gaffer Tape has been specifically developed for temporary applications where strong adhesion, easy handling and clean removal are essential. The polyethylene-coated cloth backing provides excellent strength while remaining easy to tear by hand, allowing crews to work quickly without searching for scissors or knives. Its matte black finish also eliminates unwanted reflections under stage lighting, making it a favourite for live productions, broadcast, television studios and photography.
Designed for the Entertainment Industry
Every production relies on dependable consumables, and gaffer tape is one of the most important items found in every road case, production office and technical department. Nashua 357 is used daily throughout the entertainment industry for:
- Securing audio, lighting and power cables to reduce trip hazards.
- Marking stage positions for performers and crew.
- Labelling flight cases, equipment racks and consoles.
- Bundling cables for transport and storage.
- Temporary repairs during live events.
- Mounting lightweight accessories and signage.
- Protecting surfaces during bump in and bump out.
- General backstage organisation and cable management.
From theatres and concert venues to film sets, television studios, schools, universities, convention centres and touring productions, Nashua 357 delivers reliable performance under demanding conditions. Its high-tack adhesive provides a secure hold while still allowing clean removal from most surfaces after short-term use, helping reduce sticky residue compared with many general-purpose tapes.
Why Professionals Choose Nashua 357
Not all cloth tapes are created equal. Cheap alternatives often curl on the roll, tear unevenly or leave excessive adhesive behind when removed. Nashua 357 has become the benchmark because it combines durability with ease of use.
Its heavy-duty cloth construction resists abrasion while remaining flexible enough to conform to uneven surfaces. The tape tears cleanly in a straight line, making it fast to apply during busy bump-ins and technical rehearsals. It also performs across a wide range of temperatures, making it suitable for indoor theatres, outdoor festivals, sporting events, exhibitions and live productions throughout Australia. Buy Nashua 357 Gaffer Tape Online from GigLife
At GigLife, we don't simply sell production supplies—we use them ourselves. With more than 25 years of experience delivering concerts, festivals, theatre productions, touring shows and major live events across Australia, we understand which products stand up to real-world use. Every product in our range has been selected because it meets the expectations of working professionals.
Whether you're purchasing a single roll for your toolkit or ordering in bulk for a venue, production company or national tour, GigLife offers genuine Nashua products, competitive pricing and fast Australia-wide shipping from Brisbane. We also supply a complete range of professional production consumables including spike tape, glow tape, electrical tape, cable ties, XLR cables, EtherCON connectors, safety accessories, rigging hardware and other essentials used every day by the entertainment, audiovisual, film and broadcast industries.
If you're looking for Nashua 357 Gaffer Tape in Australia, you've found the tape trusted by professionals—and supplied by people who understand the demands of life behind the scenes.
