60g 8×8 Mesh Self Adhesive Fiberglass , Drywall Joint Tape White
White 60g 8×8 Mesh Self Adhesive Fiberglass Drywall Joint Tape
Product Description
Adhesion
Mesh drywall tape has a tacky backing, allowing it to stick to the wall on its own. Paper tape needs to be embedded in a layer of joint compound. This makes mesh tape easier for the average DIYer to install on a flat length of wall.
Most paper tape also comes with a factory crease in the center. This allows the installer to fold the tape in half, forming a right angle that makes it extremely easy to cover inside or outside corners.
It’s possible to fold mesh tape, but it’s easy to get off center if done by hand. To apply mesh tape on corners, use a specialty mesh tape corner applicator and hit it with setting compound immediately. Of course, metal-reinforced paper tape makes for an even easier installation process and a resilient corner!
Strength and Flexibility
Hold both kinds of tape in your hand and you might think they bend the same. But the paper tape firms up dramatically after being embedded in mud, a little like papier-mâché.
This added strength makes paper tape an especially good choice for butt joints. If you prefer mesh tape, skip the standard joint compound and use a setting mud, which dries firmer and provides additional strength.
Moisture Concerns
Mesh tape, being fiberglass, is more mold-resistant than paper tape. For this reason, it’s a good choice for bathrooms, backsplashes and any location that might be exposed to water.
Also, don’t forget to use an approved fiberglass tape when preparing backer board for a tile installation.
Conclusion
In general, paper drywall tape is slightly stronger and more versatile, but mesh tape has a more manageable learning curve and better moisture resistance. It comes down to personal preference: Use the tape you’re most comfortable with.
Specifications
| Color | White |
| Material | Fiberglass |
| Weight | 60g |
| Mesh | 8×8, 9×9 mesh |
| Width | 50mm, 100mm, etc |
| Length | 45m, 90m, etc |
Conventional Packing: Each roll in plastic bag, then 36 rolls or 48 rolls per carton.
Benefits
(1) Fiberglass mesh tape creates stronger joints compared to paper drywall tapes.
(2) Open-fiber construction eliminates bubbles and blisters.
(3) Tape adheres directly to drywall so less compound is required to coat.
(4) Self-adhesive for easy application.
(5) Install with a setting-type compound.
Uses
(1) Drywall joints
(2) Drywall finishing
(3) Crack repair
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