Butyl rubber sealant tape is heavy-duty and very reliable. It can do quick repairs in a flash and a mess-free manner. Butyl tapes are proven to be flexible and strong. They provide air-tight sealing for various surfaces. These include glass, windows, and even ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber roof patching.
The features of different butyl tape may vary. But they share common features, which include the following:
- Professional finish
- Resistance to chemical and physical degradation
- Built to last for a long time
- Versatility of applications
1. Professional Finish
By the end of your DIY project, you will be amazed by how neat, and mess-free everything is after using butyl tape. It is guaranteed to be watertight. Your DIY project will surely be leak-free against water, vapor, or any other corrosive chemicals.
2. Resistance to Chemical and Physical Degradation
Butyl tape features properties that make it anti-corrosive and temperature resistant. You can store it over a long period of time at any room temperature without worrying that its quality will deteriorate.
However, you can make it more convenient to use by storing your butyl tape roll inside the refrigerator for a few hours. This process is expected to produce better results.
3. Built to Last for a Long Time
Most butyl tapes, if not all, undergo the high-temperature butyl tape tempering process. This is important to ensure that the tape can withstand various conditions. These include cold winter drafts, heavy rainfall, sunlight, ultraviolet light, and extreme weather conditions.
4. Versatile
Butyl tape is the tape of choice among boaters. But, of course, its uses are not limited to boating applications. Aside from boat surfaces, it is also ideal for automobile, home, and RV surfaces, among many others.
Many people consider butyl tape as an all-in-one solution because it can be used for numerous applications. Butyl tape can be used on many different surfaces, including the following:
- Galvanized Metal
- Aluminum
- Plastic
- Wood
- Glass
- Rubber Roofing
Butyl Tape Uses
Butyl tape can be used for the following:
- Household
- Window Sealing
- Recreational Vehicles (RVs)
- Boats and Other Types of Vehicles
How to Install Butyl Tape
To effectively utilize butyl tape, it has to be properly installed. Below are 8 steps to properly install and apply butyl tape:
- Chill the Butyl Tape
- Ensure the Cleanliness of the Surface
- Peel a Strip from the Butyl Tape Roll
- Conform the Tape with the Texture of the Surface
- Make the Butyl Patch Thick and Strong
- Trim the Adhesive
- Smooth out the Butyl Rubber
- Allow the Butyl Tape to Set
