Under Wrap

Underwrap foam bandage for skin protection before applying adhesive strapping tape. Prevents irritation and painful hair pulling. FirstAidSupplies.co.uk.

✓ Skin Protection Layer ✓ Pre-Tape Application ✓ Self-Adhering Foam ✓ Fast UK Delivery

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Steroban-U Underwrap

Underwrap Guide

Compliance Summary: Underwrap is a thin foam bandage applied to skin before adhesive strapping tape, creating a protective barrier that prevents irritation and painful hair pulling during tape removal. Essential for athletes and workers with sensitive skin or heavy body hair. ✓ Regulatory Compliance Verified for 2026 UK Workplace Standards

Product Range

Steroban-U: Self-adhering foam underwrap leaving zero residue on skin. Standard pre-tape preparation for sports therapy.

Feature	Without Underwrap	With Underwrap
Tape removal	Painful on hairy skin	Comfortable, pain-free
Skin irritation	Possible with sensitive skin	Minimised by barrier layer
Adhesion	Maximum (direct to skin)	Slightly reduced but adequate

This range is part of our bandages category within the complete workplace first aid supplies catalogue. Related ranges include elastic adhesive bandage and tapes and strapping.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is underwrap necessary before strapping?

A: Recommended but not essential. Direct taping provides stronger adhesion but can irritate sensitive skin and cause discomfort on hairy areas. Underwrap creates a protective layer that makes removal comfortable.

Q: Does underwrap reduce strapping effectiveness?

A: Underwrap slightly reduces direct skin adhesion, but strapping tape adheres firmly to the underwrap surface. For most applications this provides adequate support. Some therapists use underwrap generally but tape directly at key anchor points.