What is Butyl Tape?
Butyl Tape is a rubber-based adhesive used to augment traditional rubber adhesives. Butyl tapes can withstand extreme temperatures and remain tacky at much lower temperatures than natural rubber. Additionally, butyl tape has instant adhesion and adheres well to almost any surface. Because of this, butyl tape is great for problem solving when you need to make repairs in a pinch. Flexibility and strength are strong points of butyl tape, making it a perfect material to use for extended deck stability. In addition to wood, butyl sealant tape is great for repairing rubber roofing, galvanized metal, fiberglass, textiles, plastics, aluminum, and any other typical RV, residential, automotive, and boat surface.
Types of Butyl Tape?
Butyl sealant tapes come in many types and variations. These variations are available to meet specific needs and environmental conditions. Some common types include double-sided butyl tapes, aluminum foil butyl tapes, and butyl RV tapes, each designed for a specific application.
DOUBLE SIDED BUTYL TAPE: Double sided butyl rubber tape provides excellent adhesion to a wide variety of substrates, has good UV resistance and is used in a wide range of applications in the construction, automotive, and other industries because of its excellent sealing and bonding properties.
ALUMINUM FOIL BUTYL TAPE: Butyl Rubber Sealant Tape is formulated and manufactured so that people can repair the roofs of RVs and automobiles and make it look like a professional contractor or repair team did it. It will not melt unnecessarily at extreme temperatures. Butyl sealant bonds to most materials, creating an impervious adhesive. Butyl sealant tape installs without gaps and reliably seals out moisture, vapors, caustic chemicals and other leaks. Its surface can be painted, making the installation area a seamless, clean, and sturdy waterproof work area.
ADHES is a professional butyl tape manufacturer with an illustrious 20-year history of production. ADHES's commitment to quality and expertise ensures that its aluminum foil butyl tapes are a strong barrier that will stand the test of time.
Butyl RV Tape: RV Repair Tape is the ultimate solution for all your RV repair needs. Designed for quick and easy repairs, this premium tape ensures a hassle-free journey. Whether you are experiencing small cracks, leaks, or any other damage, this tape will provide reliable, long-lasting repairs.
What Are The Uses Of Butyl Tape?
When can I use this flexible adhesive? You can use butyl tape in a variety of situations, including:
- RV butyl putty tape (for camper vans)
- Small home repairs
- Glass or metal, including ductwork
- Use it on a variety of surfaces, including wood, where it is the best choice for deck substructures.
Butyl Tape can be applied by hand directly from the roll to a clean, dry, grease-free surface. ADHES Butyl Tape is packaged in rolls of release paper for straightforward application and storage and roll lengths can be converted to your requirements in small quantities.
Is Butyl Tape Waterproof?
Over time, decks are exposed to water due to weathering, which is a threat to any deck, even one made with treated lumber. For this reason, it is critical to protect the deck's wood with a waterproof seal from the earliest stages of deck construction. Decks tend to erode due to water damage within the first 8 to 10 years of construction. Nonetheless, by aggressively sealing against moisture ingress in the early stages with an adhesive waterproofing tape, such as butyl tape, the deck will remain strong for years to come.
Butyl tape is waterproof, resistant to extreme temperature conditions, water vapor and corrosion. As a flexible sealing tape, it works well to adhesively seal small holes in your deck that are prone to wood rot: screw holes, the tops of deck joists, rim joists, beams, and soffits.
To ensure that your deck won't leak and will remain stable for years to come, it's important to choose a high-quality sealant tape. For less than $20, a roll of ADHES butyl tape will ensure that an average sized deck stays dry and secure from the structure below to the deck above.
How To Remove Butyl Tape Easily and Effectively
To remove butyl tape, you first need the right tools. Here are the tools you need to have on hand:
- Putty knife (a plastic putty knife will also work)
- Adhesive remover (see more below)
- Water, detergent, rags and dry cloths
The following four steps will guide you through the removal process:
- Scrape off the butyl tape. Loosen the corner edge with a putty knife. Soak a rag in hot water with a dollop of dish soap. Put the cloth on the tape edge to help loosen the adhesive, prying more tape up as you go.
- Apply the adhesive remover. Next, apply a quarter-sized drop of a commercial adhesive remover product on a soft cloth. Rub the remover onto any remaining adhesive and allow it to soak for five minutes or as directed by the manufacturer.
- Remove residual tape debris. Remove the residual adhesive with a dampened rag.
- Clean the surface. Repeat the process until the adhesive is removed.
ADHES Butyl Tape - Your Best Choice
ADHES Butyl Tape may be the answer if you’re looking for a long-lasting sealant that gets the job done right. At ADHES, your satisfaction is our priority. If you are not entirely satisfied with your purchase, our return policy allows you to request a return within a certain timeframe. ADHES will bear the return shipping charges for products.
Reach out to us today to discuss your requirements and we’ll match you with the ideal solution in our expansive catalog. Give us a contact at service-usa@adhestech.com today or fill out our contact form for answers to all of your questions.
