Crack Free Drywall Corners … Do It Right Or Do It Over!

Save With A High Performance Product

(HIT) - Creating beautiful, problem-free drywall corners enhances any interior building or remodeling project, particularly when the clean straight lines resist edge cracking and chipping. Smart homebuilders and remodelers begin by searching out the right high performance product to avoid the nuisance and expense of repairing and rebuilding their homes.

Everyday wear and tear and foundation settling sometimes play havoc with the most carefully applied traditional "bare metal" corner bead. Where the thin metal corner strips have been secured by nails or screws into the drywall and wood framing–the wood framing may begin to warp, shrink or swell–creating unsightly cracks as the bead fasteners stress and pull.

The process of fixing corner cracks once they appear varies according to the extent of damage, but may require the inconvenience of removing and replacing the metal bead before application of multiple coats of joint compound and paint or other finish.

Superior performance means cost-effective installation. Reduces callbacks by minimizing edge cracking.

A Simple Solution Worthy Of Every Homeowner’s Consideration

SHEETROCK™ Paper Faced metal bead by USG, is a paper tape covering that ensures excellent adhesion of joint compounds and comes with a 30-year guarantee.

Made with a strong paper tape laminated to a sturdy, rust-resistant metal form, the SHEETROCK™ Paper Faced Metal Bead is applied with adhesive to the drywall corner and, as a result, resists edge cracking, paint chipping and everyday wear and tear. This superior performance bead is often favored by builders and contractors because it installs faster and requires less joint compound to finish. Paper Faced Metal Bead can be applied using a number of different tools and methods according to the builder’s preference.

USG’s innovative adhesive drywall corner application can be readily substituted for the standard, bare metal corner bead typically used. For additional information including installation instructions, please call 800-USG-4YOU (800-874-4968) or visit www.usg.com/pfbead

Courtesy: Home Improvement News and Information Center