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Sealants for all seasons
As gardens and outdoor spaces become an increasingly important extension of homes and businesses, demand is rising for all-weather, multi-purpose sealants that can withstand the elements. Jason Burns of Shurtape explores how merchants can ensure their tape range is equipped to meet the growing demand for outdoor projects. The way we use our outdoor spaces is changing - homeowners are transforming their gardens into practical, versatile living areas. From garden rooms and outdoor kitchens to home offices, gyms and multifunctional outbuildings, outdoor structures are becoming an integral part of modern living.
This means hardscaping sectors like decking are booming - the market is expected to exceed £475 million by 2028. Good decking looks neat, it can be tailored to suit different styles, it’s easy to maintain, and being available to purchase and install with a range of wood and man-made materials, it’s relatively sustainable. But
it needs
Of course, decking is not the only part of the garden that will need attention before winter comes and FrogTape Pro Grade Deck and Joint tape is not the only outdoor sealing product in our portfolio which is popular at this time of year. The end of Summer is also the
careful
fitting and maintenance, to prevent uneven surfaces and ensure the finish is professional, smooth and long-lasting. Our FrogTape Pro Grade Deck and Joist Tape helps to
protect
decking components to stop wood rot before it starts. The all-weather, high-performance tape comes in a range of widths and lengths, and is ideal for waterproofing deck joists, stair stringers, posts and ledger boards with a layer of protection. The tape is self-healing around nails and fasteners for a waterproof seal, offering both all-weather performance, even in cold and damp environments, and 12-month UV resistance. A liner-less, initially repositionable
tape, it combines
ShurGRIP® high-performance solventless acrylic adhesive with a conformable film backing that easily bends around edges, corners and
other building transitions.
Engineered using exclusive UV curing technology, the product does not contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and won’t react with caulking and sealants, ensuring a durable bond after installation.
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time homes and buildings need to be thoroughly checked for any blockages and damages.
And Shurtape’s
T-Rex Waterproofing and Repair Tape is one of our most versatile outdoor adhesive tapes for tasks like these. Incredibly strong, it seals out moisture, air and water and even works underwater, making it ideal for outdoor repairs in the UK. Thin and easy to conform, it can stretch easily around different objects and shapes and is initially repositionable. With no backing to remove, the user simply cuts, wraps and seals hard- to-reach objects. The adhesive of this tape holds up over time, even in extreme weather conditions: it can withstand temperatures from -40˚F to 240˚F and is UV resistant. It will adhere to smooth & rough surfaces
so perfect for use on concrete, wood, plastic and more, meaning it is a go-to solution for outdoor repairs involving guttering, drains and plumbing. Adhesives and sealants are not just indoor products. As UK consumers spend more time in their gardens, they will need to build, protect and maintain their outdoor hardscaping and drainage facilities, to keep everything looking good and working well for longer. This is where reliable, weather-
resistant adhesives tapes like these come into play.
They have been created with the outdoors in mind.
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