Difference Between Fiberglass Cloth and Drywall Tape

Drywall Tape is an alkali-resistant Fiberglass Cloth made of medium-alkali or alkali-free Fiber Glass as raw material, which is then coated in multiple layers and dried. It is mostly used in the construction of exterior walls. So what are the differences between Fiberglass Cloth and Drywall Tape?

1. Different raw materials: The raw materials of most Drywall Tape are medium-alkali or non-alkali Fiber Glass materials, while the material of Fiberglass Cloth is Glass Fiber.
2. Different processing techniques: The production of Drywall Tape needs to be modified and dried, and the Fiberglass Cloth needs to be processed.
3. Different weights: Drywall Tape has stronger hardness performance, and its weight is usually around 80 to 160 grams. The Fiberglass Cloth does not need to bear too much pressure, so its mass is lighter at about 50 to 60 grams.
4. Construction requirements: During the construction of Drywall Tape and Fiberglass Cloth, the requirements and processing procedures for the wall are not the same, and the materials and processing methods required are also different. The construction of Drywall Tape is relatively simple and convenient, easy to handle and easy to repair.
5. Different uses: Although Drywall Tape and Fiberglass Cloth are both structural materials and can prevent cracks, their uses will be slightly different due to different use environments. Drywall Tape can enhance the load-bearing capacity of cement and wall buildings and enhance the structural balance stress of the building. Fiberglass Cloth pays more attention to the modification and safety functions.
6. Different dosages: The usage range of Fiberglass Cloth is different, resulting in different construction dosages of Drywall Tape and interior wall Fiber Glass set.
7. Different performances: The Fiber Glass of Drywall Tape is uniform, stable and reliable, with strong stability, high strength and hardness, good windability and good hole pulling force. Fiberglass Cloth is mainly used to repair various holes in the wall panel, so its performance will be poor.