In the interior decoration of a building, elements are often used that are later invisible to the eye, but carry very important functions. These include construction tape, it is also damper, it is also edge. Without it, for example, a floor screed is unthinkable. A polyethylene strip is laid along the perimeter of the room along the wall. Solids expand when heated. The concrete pavement is also expanding. The task of the tape is to take on a partial load, acting as a kind of soft buffer and protecting the concrete from destruction.
Area of tape application
Nowadays, many builders use construction tape. They were convinced in practice of its necessity. And highlight its features:
- thermal insulation (using a damper protects the floor screed from temperature changes);
- soundproofing;
- arrangement of the so-called warm floor;
- sealing various small defects.
At the same time, the material is absolutely useless when installing self-leveling floors. If the screed is planned over a large area, then the tape is used only as a barrier,preventing the solution from spreading.
Useful properties
Construction tape has a number of advantages, among which are:
- dense foam structure that can withstand long-term dynamic loads;
- non-toxic: no harmful emissions to the environment;
- does not absorb moisture;
- good sound insulation;
- Resistant to rot and warp when exposed to sunlight.
Foamed polyethylene is hypoallergenic and completely safe for humans. Thanks to this technical characteristic, construction fence tape has become an indispensable product in the construction industry.
One of the main disadvantages of the damper type is its cost, but its use can save you from significant losses that are inevitable when the screed is destroyed.
Laying and installation
The tape is not attached to the walls. It is pressed against the solution. Some craftsmen stick self-adhesive construction tape, but this is not necessary. However, fasteners are sometimes still used:
- painting tape to temporarily fix the strip for the period of work;
- construction stapler in cases where the walls are made of aerated concrete blocks or wood;
- dowels: fasten tape well to brick walls;
- liquid nails: suitable for walls with obvious irregularities.
When choosing a tape, you need to focus on the futuretie height. The width of the strip should be more than the height of the floor by 2-5 centimeters. When the solution dries, the excess can be cut off with a knife. The joints of the walls are sealed with a special "skirt", which is equipped with some models of the product. As the roll unwinds, the "skirt" straightens out.
Builder Tips
It is necessary to glue the damper without breaks. To do this, the edges of the individual pieces must overlap. Construction metal tape is also carried out around obstacles in the form of columns and partitions. It is sold, as a rule, in rolls of 50-100 meters. This must be taken into account when calculating costs. Also, when buying an interlayer, you must make sure that there are no defects. The quality of the construction tape for the seams can affect the quality of the floor. If in doubt regarding the choice of building products, you should seek help from a construction company. Experts will provide a free consultation and help you make the right choice.
Editing algorithm
Start laying the limiter from the corner of the room. In places of bends, it is necessary to glue especially carefully, pressing the material as tightly as possible. When the perimeter is closed, the entire length of the tape can be walked with a roller.
The most basic styling rules
There are nuances that must be observed in order for the work to be of high quality:
- Installation is carried out only after the wall surface is thoroughly cleaned from dirt and dust. And its degreasing will provide the best adhesion to the metalconstruction tape.
- Mounting technology requires compliance with room temperature in the room, in order to avoid deformation of the material and loss of its properties.
- Must ensure a minimum number of joints.
Thanks to these recommendations from experienced builders, you will be satisfied with the work done.
Main varieties
Before you go to buy a construction tape, you need to familiarize yourself with its main types. And this:
- plain: laid along the wall without fastening;
- self-adhesive: equipped with an adhesive strip (during installation, the protective backing is removed and the damper is glued to the wall surface).
Based on the feedback from the builders, we can conclude that it is most convenient to use a self-adhesive look.
How to replace the damper tape
If you look at the tape with a non-professional eye, then in fact it is a polyethylene cut into a strip of 15 centimeters. This is the main material used in its production. By the way, they can be replaced if necessary. In this way, significant savings can even be made, since polyethylene in rolls is cheaper. Other materials with identical properties will also work. Large contractors who carry out a large amount of work on impressive objects, replace it with linoleum or slats. But all this is inferior to the tape in terms of performance.
How to choose the right one?
Very difficult when choosing a limiterstick to a particular model. You need to focus on the respect of the brand and on the following characteristics of the product itself:
- Appearance. Any stains and dirt are not allowed. They testify to bad storage and negligence during transportation.
- Packing density. The tape may not be usable if the roll is wound with gaps and splits.
- No deformations in the canvas itself.
Specialists do not recommend ordering large quantities of goods at once. First you need to buy a few rolls and evaluate how good they are. Only then can you order the required quantity. A proven manufacturer is the key to successful construction work.
Analysis of feedback from builders
Based on the latest feedback from people who have used construction tape, we can conclude that damper tape is quite expensive. In addition, it greatly delays the process of arranging the screed. However, you can’t do without it, because you can run into trouble in the form of cracks, which will lead to more significant material costs.
Some builders believe that the consequences of the destruction of the screed without building adhesive tape can amount to tens of thousands of rubles. The floor is destroyed systematically, and sooner or later a critical point will come. In addition, a significant load affects the walls.
