Greece is famous for the production of mastiha, or mastic, a tree resin collected from mastic trees that flourish in the distinct climate of Chios. Just 1 kilogram can retail for about $350. Today, it's known as "white gold" for its presumed health benefits and various uses in gum, cosmetics, and food. But harvesting this resin isn't simple. It requires farmers to first hurt the trees with as many as 600 cuts into each one's bark. It's only after each droplet has been collected by hand that the

Foil Tape vs FSK vs Mastic 🔧 | How ATC Seals Ducts the Right Way! This is what it looks like when a system’s strapped in and sealed the ATC way. Panduit strap tightened with the tensioning tool, foil tape locked in airtight and professional. 🏗️ Foil Tape: Creates an airtight seal against metal, perfect for connecting rigid duct and ensuring no air leaks. 📦 FSK Tape: Sticks to insulation far better than foil, ideal for sealing seams or wrapping fiberglass. 🧱 Mastic Tape / Water-Based Mastic: