Arc Inc. Joint Reinforcement Tape

Arc Inc. Joint Reinforcement Tape

The Arc Inc. joint reinforcement tape is a rugged, flexible tape for covering joints to prevent penetration of moisture and provide a sound foundation for tile or stone overlayments. It also acts as an anti-fracture protection between substrates and hard surface coverings

Features

• Use to cover joints between ARC TrueDEK shower foundations and surrounding tile backer, and to cover joints between tile backer panels
• Bonds well with TANK/10 waterproofing compound
• Dimensions
• width: 4-3/4" overall; 1" mesh edges; 2-3/4" center
• Length: choose between 25 ft., 50 ft. (sold as 2 25 ft. rolls) or 490 ft
• Thickness: approximately 1mm
• Easily fold tape for inside and outside joints with 90° interfaces, such as wall-to-floor joints, wall-to-wall joints, all joints of shower benches and built-in niches (shadow box shelves)
• For a precise, crisply formed crease, use an iron set on low and lightly press the folded tape for a few seconds (experiment with the heat setting and duration)
• Impermeable center polyester (blue) areas
• Fill gaps beneath tape that are 1/8" wide or more using latex caulk or thinset mortar (do not use silicone)
• Easily cut with scissors or utility knife
• Fill gaps beneath tape that are 1/8" wide or more using latex caulk or thinset mortar (do not use silicone)
• Remove all dirt, debris, and contaminants from surfaces prior to embedding tape. Surfaces must be completely dry before embedding tape
• Tape is not designed as a wear surface; cover with tile, stone, or other appropriate material