Round Closed Cell Polyethylene Backer Rod
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Round Backer Rod
Closed Cell Cylindrical Backer Rod
Ensure a professional, weather-tight seal for your log home with Polyethylene Round Backer Rod, a must-have tool for chinking and caulking applications. This durable, flexible rod provides the ideal foundation for sealants, improving adhesion and performance while reducing material usage.
Key Features:
- Superior Flexibility: Adapts to the natural contours of your logs, creating a snug and reliable fit for irregular surfaces.
- Optimized Sealant Support: Acts as a backing for chinking or caulking, ensuring proper sealant depth and minimizing waste.
- Durable Construction: Made from high-quality, closed-cell polyethylene foam, resistant to moisture, mold, and mildew.
- Easy to Use: Lightweight and compressible for quick installation, simplifying your log home maintenance or construction projects.
- Versatile Sizes: Available in various diameters to accommodate a range of log sizes and chinking requirements.
Backer rod inserter kit
Spatula
Surface Preparation
Surface dry
Surface clean of dirt, wax, or oils
Any old sealant removed
Application Temperature
40° to 90°F
How To Install Backer Rod
- Clean the gap or joint thoroughly, removing any dirt, debris, or old sealant.
- Choose the right size of backer rod for the gap or joint, making sure it fits snugly but not too tight.
- Insert the Round Backer Rod into the gap or joint, using a blunt tool or your fingers to push it in evenly.
- Check that the Round Backer Rod is inset from the surface. Adjust the length if needed.
- Apply the sealant or caulking over the backer rod
- Smooth and shape the sealant or caulking with a wet finger or a caulking tool, removing any excess or air pockets.
- Let the sealant or caulking dry and cure according to the manufacturer's instructions.