Questions and Answers for Saint-Gobain ADFORS FibaTape Perfect Finish 1-7/8 in. x 300 ft. Self-Adhesive Mesh Drywall Joint Tape

A:  Hello, Although FibaTape products can be used with all types of compounds, we do have some recommendations for the best results. When taping regular, tapered edge seams with Perfect Finish or Extra Strength tape we recommend heavy weight all-purpose ready mixed compound for those that prefer all-purpose compounds. If the temperature is warm and stable and humidity is low you can also use the heavy weight compound with our other FibaTape products. Taping and setting compounds are also great to use with our FibaTape products. We suggest staying away from light weight compounds when embedding any type of tape. Remember to always refer to the compound manufacturer’s instructions for recommended drying times. Yes, this product can be use and replace the regular tape for your big project.

A:  Yes you can use it with drywall mud. You can but this is a mesh tape. I prefer the regular drywall tape for big jobs. 

A:  Not 3" wide but 1-7/8 wide.

A:  Yes. Mud is needed and it covers gaps up to 3".

A:  This product has not been tested for fire resistant attributes.

A:  You'll need to contact the manufacturer for that information.

A:  This tape does not have a fire rating. Mike

A:  Check the label. it should provide the information. if it does not ++ get a different tape

A:  Yes

A:  No you do not, the tape has adhesive that should stick to your surface. However if the tape doesn't stick you can put down a thin skim coat to help the tape adheir to the surface your working on.

A:  They make a cement board specific mesh tape.

A:  Yes, but it may not stick as well as it does on drywall. So I have used spray adhesive and then waited 30 min or so before applying mortar. That should do the trick! Hope this helps. P.S. - we also use the spray adhesive on drywall as well. For paper tape and mesh tape. :-) just a trick of the trade.

A:  Not if your using thin set other wise yes

A:  No

A:  Try this. https://www.usg.com/content/dam/USG_Marketing_Communications/united_states/product_promotional_materials/finished_assets/usg-durock-cement-board-with-edgeguard-installation-guide-en-CB237EG.pdf

A:  Joint compound

A:  Joint compound

A:  structolite

A:  You use actual Sheetrock mud. If your wanting a texture look, use the “Hopper Gun”

A:  Most textured surfaces are done using buckets of heavy duty drywall taping compound, you can use lightweight compound but you'll experience problems.Type of texture you want to achieve determines which method is used. The easiest & most common texture is done using a 9" roller w/ 1/2" - 3/4" nap dripped into compound & rolled across roller screen removing excess then rolled on surface creating texture. I recommend hiring a "Experienced Professional" to do this & talk to any previous customers before proceeding. DIY'ers can practice on extra sheet of drywall until feeling confident with process & whatever you do, allow enough time for compound to completely dry before proceeding to do anything else to newly textured surface. My experience is that over time those that have textured surface(s) end up wishing they never had a textured surface. So, I'd sleep on it & really think about it before doing it. Otherwise, if you determine you don't like it, you're looking at $$$$ to remove texture. Most of the time my customers are wanting texturing removed not applied! Also if drywall repairs are needed at a later date it's very difficult to re-create same texture over area(s) repaired!

A:  It will vary on the sizes of the drywall - most sheets are 4' x 8'. This roll is 300'.

A:  Depends on your waste and your experience

A:  25-30

A:  You do not need gloves to use Perfect Finish.

A:  no

A:  I use this without gloves. You shouldn't have a problem.

A:  not

A:  I used during a drywall repair and had no issues with fiberglass slivers.

A:  no

A:  not a good idea

A:  No

A:  Although this may work, we cannot guarantee results. Our products are tested only for their intended use on drywall.

A:  yes