Trade Plasterboard Scrim Tape – 90m x 50mm

Scrim Tape

Self-adhesive scrim tape is a must have product within the construction industry for both professionals and do-it-yourselfers. This tape is easy to install and versatile and can be used to joint boards, plaster, patch up damaged surfaces, and smooth surfaces to create a flawless finish.

Scrim tape is a thin adhesive tape made up of fibreglass threads that have been woven into a form of mesh, this tape is also known as mesh tape and drywall tape. The structure of the tape and the mesh consistency provides strength and flexibility which makes the ideal product for various surfaces particularly drywall and reinforcing joints and seams.

What are the Benefits of Scrim Tape?

It has many benefits and is an essential for DIY enthusiasts and professionals. The benefits include:

• Durability: The woven material made up of fibreglass provides excellent strength and ensures long lasting results in all environments and applications. Thanks to the material and construction of scrim tape, the tape is resistant to moisture and humidity, which makes this product suitable for interior and exterior applications including areas prone to moisture such as kitchens and bathrooms.
• Application: The flexible, self-adhesive material conforms and contours easily to smooth and irregular walls and surfaces with ease, creating a seamless finish and reliable coverage. It can be applied with minimal tools or expertise by simply peeling of the backing and pressing the tape firmly onto the surface for immediate support.
• Versatility: It can be applied within multiple applications and is compatible with most paints and finishing products such as plaster or drywall adhesive. This product is easily integrated within most projects without affecting the end result. The tape can also be applied in layers where required.
• Lifespan: It is resilient and durable and will help to create long lasting walls and surfaces within your property. Using scrim tape to reinforce joints and seams will help to prevent cracking and crumbling, creating a longer lasting finish.

Where can Scrim Tape be Used?

It can used within multiple application methods and projects. Here are some common applications in which scrim tape is applied:

Drywall and Repair: It is used within drywall installations in walls and ceilings to reinforce the joints between the drywall panels, bridge the gap and prevent cracking, it is applied over both boards at the point where both boards meet. This provides a somewhat flat surface ready to be plastered or skimmed and a smooth and seamless finish for wallpapering and painting. Scrim tape can also be used to patch up and repair existing drywall damage including cracks and holes prior to applying paster.

Drywall Screws: Tape can be applied over the top of screws and nail heads to prevent plaster from popping once it has dried and to ensure the surface remains smooth.

If you are installing insulation, then foil tape might be ideal.