Polyethylene foam is a high-quality insulating product. It is commonly used in thermal and pressure insulation, flooring products, fireproofing, and roof framing. There are two basic kinds of this product - single-sided and double-sided.
Double-sided or double-coated polyethylene foam tape is suitable for outdoor and indoor applications. It also is used for window framing, to protect windows from moisture and wind. If you're thinking about building an attached garage, this is the type of insulating material that would work best. It is superior to fiberglass and asphalt shingles in terms of energy efficiency and its ability to absorb vibration and heat.
Polyethylene foam tape is available in several different thicknesses, from one inch to three feet. Common application includes concrete, skirting boards, flooring, baseboards, moldings, and framing members. It has high ultimate adhesion properties, which means that it won't peel up or crack. This tape can be self-adhering, which means that it will adhere closely to its mounting surface.
Polyethylene is an excellent construction material and offers numerous advantages, including fire resistance, insulation, water, and slip resistance, and moderate chemical reaction to alkalis, acids, and bases. It's even resistant to sunlight, making it ideal for applications where sunlight is a factor. It's a superior thermal and chemical insulation product, which means that it will keep its structural integrity even under severe temperature fluctuations, up to about 500 degrees Fahrenheit. It's a low-cost, high-value, high-quality option for temporary and permanent mounting solutions. Polyethylene can be purchased in rolls of a single sheet or in sheets of various widths and thicknesses.
Polyethylene tape is ideal for applications where you need a lightweight and flexible method of mounting window panes and other forms of exterior trim, like railings or skylights. It's an excellent choice for building an extensive range of trim products, such as window sills and trim around flower pots, as well as plastic trims, such as are often used to edge decorative flower beds. Polyethylene is also popular for use in high-impact areas, including many of the bases for swing sets and playground equipment, as well as in bumpers and skid plates on trucks, boats, trailers, and other recreational vehicles. It's excellent for use as a high-performance flooring material in industrial applications since it's a strong, durable, and ductile material that can withstand tremendous heat without developing buckling or expansion. Polyethylene is commonly used to build a variety of different foam product forms, including roofing shingles, insulation, and marine flooring products.
A good system of caring for polyethylene is to apply the tape to a clean, dry surface, spread it evenly with a brush, and then apply a thin coat of automotive paste wax to help keep it from sticking and developing grooves. Polyethylene can stand up to heavy usage, but its most important function is to provide protection against moisture, so it should be cleaned and thoroughly dried after application.
