Foam Backer Rods Lowes

Expansion joint is a joint filler made from resilient cane fibers and is used to prevent damage during expansion and contraction of concrete.

Foam backer rods lowes. X 5 quikrete 1 2 in. Inventory is sold and received continuously throughout the day. Sika self leveling sealant see all. Caulk backer rod to help fill gaps and openings in pavement cracks wall joints foundations sidewalks and driveways.

For best results diameter of the backer rod should be 1 8 larger than. The backer rod becomes an integral part of the joint into which it is installed and therefore is available in a range of diameters to accommodate. Joint width to depth ratio should be 2 to 1 with a minimum depth of 1 4 or a maximum depth of 1 2. Prices promotions styles and availability may vary by store and online.

In all these applications it is used for three major purposes. Therefore the quantity shown may not be available when you get to the store. It is used in a wide range of applications including tiling flooring window paneling and stoneware among others. Backer rod creates an even depth and supports the sealant caulk allowing it to form the proper shape about 2x as wide as deep.

Find backer rods at lowe s today. Backer rod is used to partially fill deep expansion joints and cracks before the application of your sealant. Before caulking use the md building products 1 2 in. The backer rod helps.

Many sizes diameters are available for optimal fitting to the size of the joint being sealed. If necessary use the blunt tool or roller to secure backer rod in the joint. 3 8 w x 20 long foam backer rod gap filler. Crl closed cell backer rod is a round flexible closed cell polyethylene foam with an exterior skin used as a backing and thickness control device for elastomeric and other cold applied sealants.

It is inserted into a clean joint at the required depth before caulking sealing. It helps prevent 3 sided adhesion. Carefully push backer rod into the joint with a blunt tool cut to desired length. Backer rod is an easy to compress rope like celled foam.