liner tape has a tensile strength of 30-35 pounds per inch, which for this reason is ideal for high pressure applications such as bridging.
Liner tapes are available in rolls or pre-cut lengths that range from 1″ to 12″. Liner tapes typically come on white tape reels with a diameter of about 5″ and are packaged in 25 feet and 100 feet increments. The more common sizes are 1″, 2″, 3″, 4″, 6″, 8″ & 12″. Additionally, you can find liner tapes up to 16″. Depending on your application requirements and budget, you can select the most appropriate size.
Liner tapes are used to hold polyethylene liners in place either vertically (along a wall) or horizontally (across the liner). Liner tapes are also used to seal poorly adhering liners to the wall and other surfaces. When installed correctly, the liner tape will stretch down to the bottom of the liner and adhere to finished flooring or create a water-tight seal with a masonry surface. Liner tape is an effective product for water barrier protection. The product is often used as a solution for basement leaks caused by intersecting walls, floors and ceilings. Fire resistant liners should always be applied over fire retardant tapes (rated ASTM E84).
Liner tape is used to protect basement floors and walls from moisture damage. This is a great choice for basements in humid or moderate climates, such as those found in the northeast. The tape is an effective water barrier and can be used to keep moisture out of basements by sealing off unfinished areas or seams between rooms. The tape can also be used to seal gaps between walls and floors.
The liner tape may be applied over fire retardant flame retardant sheeting or on brick and concrete walls.
Liner tapes are typically used to seal off seams between walls and floors. They can be applied over standard or fire resistant paneling.
Liner tape can be used to seal around windows and doors, along skirting boards and in areas that are prone to moisture damage, such as bathrooms and closets.
Longer lasting than traditional tape, liner tape is a two component construction consisting of a more rigid layer bonded to a softer backing layer. This type of construction offers increased durability since the soft layer is not easily damaged by abrasion from sliding doors and other moving mechanical components. Additionally, it features a yellow phosphor strip that works by making the tape more visible, which helps prevent leaks and faster identification of damaged liner.
The most common uses of liner tapes are the following:
When choosing the right tapes for your application, consider the type of material or surface you are covering. Commonly used surfaces include drywall, tile, and concrete. For example, for drywall installations a firm pressure-sensitive tape is necessary to remove loose particles and static electricity from smooth surfaces such as walls. Another example is tile installation where a tack-free tape is essential in order to apply it over rough surfaces such as grout lines. For concrete installation, a tape with a strong adhesive is important to maintain the seal of floor tiles and concrete slabs.
Choosing the right type of liner determines how effective the tape will be for your application. Consider if you need to deal with rough surfaces or even moisture. For example, if you are applying tile over a finished wall surface that already has textured wallpaper or wallpaper paint, then you will likely need a higher quality tape than if the have an unadorned smooth surface such as a ceiling.