How to attach filters to light boxes

I would like to attach a Rosco sheet filter to a lightbox. Are there

any suggestions for a method/materials that would allow

no-hassle attachment and removal?

U.K = Masking tape<br>U.S = Painters tape (same thing)

masking tape? Bad idea! Use wooden clothes pins

Ellis, I had an assistant once who used masking tape for everything, including repairing his car! Good snapper, bad mechanic.... <br>I use masking tape for temporary fixing of gels, it holds well, and is easily removed without damage or leaving any residues. I'd be very interested to know why you think it's a bad idea.

Duct Tape wouldn't be a good idea ...

What I was thinking of was a light, rigid frame to affix the filter to,

and store the filter on this frame.Otherwise, you have to attach

and remove, re-roll the filter etc, so more chance of damage. I

meant to also ask if it is advisable to attach these filters to barn

doors on 1000 watt hot lights. Instant meltdown?

Lowel makes a 10" x 10" or 12" x 12" thing called a totaframe that holds gels in front

of their 1,000 wat tota light. . Generally what I see people use, and what I use , is the

humble wooden clothes pin even for 650 watt Arri focusing spot lights (we attach

them to the barndoors.) You have to make sure there is plenty of room for air

circulation between the light and the gel.

The problem with masking tape is the residue and it doesn't hold as well as gaffer

tape

or clothes pins.

Ellis

Thanks for the info. Unfortunately, in my case I am using a 36 x

48 softbox. I guess I'll make a lightweight hardwood frame,

staple the filter sheets to it, and use your clothespin suggestion.

I use "binder clips" from an office supply shop to hold all sorts of gels into softboxes. They clamp to the rods, and come in many sizes for pennies apiece... t

Tom,

 

I know the clamps you mean. Really strong and tidy! I'll try them.