Cement board tape is a patented alkali resistant fiberglass mesh tape and the only tape that should be used for cement applications with dry or thin set mortar.
Cement board drywall joint tape.
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Spread joint compound over the length of the tape with a 6 inch drywall knife.
Gray cement board tape 2 in.
I ve use fiberglass drywall tape before and this tape seems to be easier to use than others.
Mesh cement board tape.
Tape and mud the joints.
Run the drywall knife over the mortar to create a smooth finish and remove any excess material.
Cut drywall to fill in between the existing wall or ceiling and the cement board.
Complete the job by piecing in any missing drywall and taping the seams.
Qep 2 inch x 150 foot cement board drywall tape 99605q is perfect for my cement board project.
Very adhesive and very easy to cut with household shears.
Apply cement board joint tape to all of the joints between sheets adhering the tape with its self adhesive backing.
The joint between cement board and greenboard is similar to the joint between two pieces of cement board or two pieces of drywall.
Cover all of the corners joints and seams including the joint where drywall and cement board meet with the fiberglass mesh tape.
Mix more thin set mortar and cover the taped joints with a thin layer using a drywall knife similar to mudding drywall joints.
Push the mortar through the mesh tape and into the 1 8 inch space between the backer board and the drywall.
I cracked the corner of the cement board while cutting it see pic and this tape is the perfect fix.
Roll alkali resistant self adhesive.
Screw the drywall to the studs.