
The adhesive is highly solvent-resistant and non-staining, which makes it non-toxic when used in paints and gels. They come with a water-based adhesive on one side or both sides. Glazing tapes are available in various widths, lengths, types, and thicknesses. You can also use glazing tape to seal up some of the air gaps between the siding and the wallboard. Glazing putty tape is also used for glazing door and window frames. It is also used to seal gaps between two panes of glass this helps avoid air leakage into the building. Glazing tapes are used to seal small cracks or holes between the glass and the frame of a window. Glazing putty tape has to be applied in such a manner that no air pockets are trapped under it while bonding if this happens, it will cause moisture to build up inside the joint and result in corrosion over time. The tape creates a water-tight seal between the glass pane and the frame of a window it also creates an air-tight seal between them. Taping the joint between two panes of glass and the aluminum frame in a window with glazing putty is known as bonding. Sometimes, this tape is mistaken for duct tape. It is a specially designed tape that is used for glazing or glazier work. This tape is also known as glazing putty tape. Glazing tape is used to create a water and airtight seal between a glass pane and the aluminum frame of a window. Painting over putty is also a good way to avoid the cost of buying new glass if your window pane is too old and weak to be replaced. This will give you a smooth, even surface to paint over. Make sure you sand down any rough or uneven patches. You can clear away any excess putty, but do not remove all of it at once this could warp your window frame and leave the window leaky. It will be easier to paint over this because the silicone caulk is much more malleable than window putty. You can also give yourself some extra days to dry by covering or sealing cracks and holes with silicone caulk after applying the window putty. Remember that your paint job will suffer if your putty does not completely dry.ĭrying it completely before painting is important so that you can allow plenty of time for the extra drying time required by a thicker finish, e.g., an eggshell finish or two-coat anti-reflective coating (AR coat). If you apply too much paint, try using a large brush or putty knife to remove any excess color, then lightly sand with fine sandpaper. During this drying time, do not clean the surface with water. In addition, do not apply another coat of paint until the first has dried. Do not hesitate to touch up any areas which are still wet, or areas where the finish is too thin or absent. Can be overcoated immediately with water or solvent borne paint and wood stains.įlexistrip is suitable for use in the following, industry recognised Hodgson Sealants glazing systems.Allow seven days for drying.
Glazing putty tape professional#
Provides a neat and professional finish at the sightline after trimmingĥ. More suitable for site glazing than systems using closed cell foam (dry) glazing tapesĤ.

Suitable for glazing all glass types either on site or in the factoryģ.

Has excellent durability and movement accommodationĢ. Flexistrip is ideal for factory glaziers, site glaziers and specifiers.ġ. Tested to BS 6375 (weathertightness) and BS 7950 (security).
Glazing putty tape windows#
Hodgson Flexistrip is the market leading butyl glazing tape for installing glass and double glazed units into timber or steel windows and doors.
