# Illuminating Adhesives The Sculpt-A-Light Duct Tape is a Brilliant Design By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-11-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculpt-a-light References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2009/11/02/illuminated-duct-tape-will-make-your-professional-repairs-shine/) & [keywon](http://keywon.com/log/2008/12/05/sculpt-a-light/) I use duct tape to repair things. I know it won’t hold in the long run, but it is a [quick fix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toolbar). Obviously, any duct tape innovation that comes along is good in my books, so the Sculpt-a-Light duct tape just blows my mind. This new-fangled version of the handyman’s secret weapon features lighting all along the tape. So you can add a [source of flashy illumination](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arkpro-series), as well as sticking the toilet bowl back on. The Sculpt-a-Light is still a concept, as the [chunky power source](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightbox-power-strip) might get in the way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Light-embedded Products:** Opportunity for creating innovative products that embed lighting technology for added functionality and aesthetic appeal. - **Enhanced Adhesive Solutions:** Potential for developing advanced adhesives that offer improved functionality and additional features. - **Multifunctional Repair Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the development of repair materials that combine adhesive properties with other functionalities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Construction Industry:** Potential for incorporating light-embedded adhesives in construction materials for improved visibility and versatility. - **Home Improvement Retail:** Opportunity for offering innovative adhesive solutions with built-in lighting features, catering to the DIY market and home improvement sector. - **Power Supply and Battery Technology:** Disruptive innovation potential in the development of compact and efficient power sources to overcome the limitations of light-embedded materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tape Crafting Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-tape.md) - [Versatile Home Insulation Tapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seal-draft-and-insulation.md) - [Job Site-Friendly Flashlights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdecker-snake-light.md) - [Flexible Gel Glues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rapidfuse-flex-gel-super-glue.md) - [Clamping Stationery Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peleg-design-clamptape.md) - [Chic Saucer-Shaped Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-in-tight-light-fixture.md) - [Multipurpose Flashlight Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onurhan-demir.md) - [Power Strip Illuminated Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightbox-power-strip.md) - [Reflective Kinesiology Tapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockflash.md)