Serpyanka for drywall: the choice and use of reinforcing tape

For high-quality finishing works using sheets of drywall, professional builders use special reinforcing tape to prevent the destruction of the edges of the structure and prevent the occurrence of cracks and chips. Serpyanka for drywall - a popular and sought after type of reinforcing tape. Modern production technologies allow to produce high quality products and high strength.

Reinforcing tape, having an affordable price and ease of fixation, has taken a worthy place in the rating of building materials and has become an integral part of modern high-quality repairs.

Reinforcement tapes for drywall constructions are:

• paper;
• fiberglass.

For high-quality work of any complexity on different surfaces, manufacturers have developed two types of fiberglass serpyanka.

• For interior work. The size of the holes up to 3 mm, is used to connect the seams of the structure when performing internal work in the room.
• For outdoor work. The size of the holes up to 5 mm, fixed on a special glue that does not contain water, is used for window and door openings, has a narrow range of areas of use.

Paper reinforcing serpyanka - durable tape with longitudinal and transverse reinforcement with fiberglass and a fold in the center. On the shelves of specialized stores you can find several of its types:

• ordinary;
• self-adhesive;
• on a flizelinovy ​​basis.

Choosing the necessary material for finishing work, it is necessary to pay attention to the manufacturer, the quality of the product and its structure, the type of adhesive used, the absence of defects and manufacturing defects.

Fiberglass Serpyanka - mesh tape with different lengths and widths. For each construction experienced builders independently choose the size of the necessary tape. Reinforcing tape has a number of unique features:

• increased level of strength;
• durability;
• resistance to aggressive environmental effects and mechanical damage;
• high traction with fixing solution;
• ease of penetration of putty through the cells;
• affordable price;
• water tightness;
• ease of installation;
• reinforcement of seam joints;
• suitable for internal and external work;
• resistance to vibration, shrinkage and corrosion.

The disadvantage is the presence of manufacturing defects.

Paper tape - high-strength material, reinforced with fiberglass over the entire surface. To increase adhesion to the surface of the gypsum tape is made rough and perforated. To facilitate the installation process of the inner corners in the middle of the canvas, a line of recess is applied.

Advantages:

• elasticity;
• high strength;
• universal compatibility with sheets of drywall and plaster;
• small thickness;
• lack of folds and cracks during installation.

Disadvantages:

• laborious fixation process;
• must have professional skills when working with the material;
• the possibility of bubbles and blisters.

For constructions made of gypsum board, in contact with other plates of different types, manufacturers produce specialized strips. For joining surfaces with different properties and characteristics of conventional reinforcing tapes is not enough. Combined products with increased strength are produced by several manufacturers, but the Sheetrock brand is the most in demand on the building materials market.

Reinforcing tape is a versatile, multifunctional material for construction work both indoors and out. The design of modern interiors includes designs of various shapes and sizes of sheets of plasterboard. To obtain smooth surfaces, clean lines and corners, builders use an elastic, durable and easy to install serpyanka. The huge scope allows to carry out works in the following directions:

• crack repair;
• trim door and window openings;
• connection of separate parts of the structure;
• sealing joints;
• reinforcement of walls and ceilings;
• mounting window or door frame to the working surface of the wall.

Fastening reinforcing tape - a crucial stage of finishing work. For convenient and high-quality use, some types of tapes are already covered with an adhesive. Nevertheless, for more firm fixation and sealing of joints, professional builders recommend further processing the work surface. Today, the buyer is offered several types of adhesive bases:

• PVA - do not apply on a concrete surface;
• "Bustilat" - suitable for work on all surfaces;
• putty - the most popular solution, allows simultaneous sealing of seams and fixing tape.

After completing the process of collecting the structure, it is necessary to carry out preparatory work before finishing the surface finish. This is an integral part of the construction, carried out in a certain sequence:

• edge stripping;
• cleaning the surface from dust and other types of pollution;
• coating joints with primers;
• carrying out the filling process;
• grinding of seams and elimination of all irregularities;
• surface treatment with antifungal compounds.

Mounting technology provides for two methods of fixing fiberglass tape:

• fastening on the adhesive base of the product;
• fixing on the applied putty solution.

After preparation, it is necessary to put a layer of putty on the surface and evenly press the tape in such a way that the mixture protrudes through the mesh.

Then apply a layer of putty. To carry out grinding work, it is necessary to thoroughly dry the surface being treated. If fixing the tape is carried out with the help of glue, then it is better to pre-treat the surface with a primer and only then apply a layer of adhesive.

Professional builders can independently choose the way of fixing the serpyanka, its consumption per 1 square meter. m, depending on the type of construction, the level of complexity of the work and the desires of the customer.

Fastening of a paper tape is carried out in several stages:

• reliable fixation of plates and screws;
• surface coating with antifungal compounds and solutions;
• applying a small layer of solution to the place of connection of the structure, filling all voids and cracks;
• put the moistened paper serpianka on the working base, tighten and press gently;
• smooth and check the quality of the clutch;
• remove excess solution;
• dry the surface of the structure.

When working in accordance with all the rules and quality standards, the paper serpyanka does not protrude above the sheets and does not have wrinkles. If the thickness of the putty is small, then there is the likelihood of air bubbles, which will lead to cracking of the finish. The use of perforated paper tapes will prevent the appearance of voids filled with air.

Before the start of the finishing work, beginners should be carefully studied. tips and advice from professional builders:

• the placement of the middle of the tape should be strictly along the seam;
• reliable fixation of drywall sheets will help prevent cracking;
• tape with reinforcement and perforation is used in places of possible occurrence of cracks;
• for trimming the inside corners it is advisable to use a material that bends in the center;
• for the outer corners it is necessary to use durable paper tapes with polymeric inserts;
• Before fixing the tape, it is necessary to measure the required length and make the necessary cuts;
• compliance with temperature and humidity levels in the room;
• surface cleaning should be done with a cleaning solution;

• apply the primer in a dense layer, evenly distributing over the entire surface of the structure;
• use of acrylic and alkyd primer;
• putty should be homogeneous, medium consistency;
• drying of the structure should be carried out indoors with the maximum degree of sealing;
• to prevent drying of the tape with an adhesive layer, it can only be stored in the manufacturer's packaging;
• it is necessary to cut the serpianka cloth carefully, trying not to separate the threads of the tape;
• excess solution must be immediately removed;
• Work carried out only at positive temperatures.

For independent performance of finishing works it is necessary to purchase some tools:

• putty knife;
• level;
• perforator;
• paint brushes and rollers;
• sandpaper;
• drywall knife and blade set.

Serpyanka is an indispensable assistant when working with sheets of plasterboard to reduce the load on the frame of the structure, to fix the corners securely and firmly.

For how to seal the seams on drywall, see the video below.