Gypsum is actively used in construction, but it has low strength, water resistance, and it is also brittle. A composite mesh will help to avoid these disadvantages. California is a US state where this building material can become popular.
Reinforcement of gypsum products with composite mesh
Gypsum is used for decorative finishing of walls and ceilings, for creating partitions, arches, etc.
Gypsum products have a number of advantages:
- high noise insulation;
- they are well amenable to mechanical processing;
- they have a high resistance to fire;
- they are absolutely safe, do not emit toxic substances.
In addition to the advantages, gypsum has disadvantages that must be taken into account when using it. Among the disadvantages of this building material, it is worth highlighting: increased vulnerability to mechanical damage, do not withstand heavy loads, are not suitable for buildings with high humidity.
It is possible to significantly increase the strength of gypsum products by reinforcing it with fiberglass mesh.
The use of composite mesh is not limited to gypsum products. Fiberglass products are also used:
- for reinforcement of load-bearing walls;
- for reinforcement of arches, concrete floors;
- for reinforcement of masonry made of bricks;
- for fencing the territory during construction work on the facades of buildings.
In addition to civil and industrial construction, composite mesh is actively used in aggressive and humid environments, in chemical industries, etc.
Why do I need to reinforce elements?
Fiberglass mesh greatly facilitates and accelerates finishing work, such a composite material is easily cut off of the desired size and shape.
Fiberglass mesh helps to solve such problems:
- Allows you to lay the plaster layer at a considerable height. This is especially true for significant irregularities and large differences.
- With a fiberglass mesh, it is easier to create a monolithic layer, the resistance to shrinkage cracks increases. Reinforcement reduces the likelihood of peeling or collapse of the finish.
Thanks to the composite mesh, the service life of products/structures is increased by 2 times.
Fiberglass mesh for reinforcement is necessarily recommended to be used if:
- a layer of gypsum mortar more than 30 mm;
- walls and ceilings are susceptible to vibration;
- a major redevelopment of the premises was carried out and the specific weight of individual architectural elements changed;
- it is necessary to strengthen the old coatings.
Where can I buy a composite mesh?
Do you need a composite grid? You can buy high-quality fiberglass materials in California in our company “Arma Group Inc.”. We have established a high-quality production of composite mesh in California. You can order the grid in bays or in the form of rolls. The reel can be up to 6ft wide, with any length.
One of the most common questions is-how much does a composite mesh cost? The price in California for a fiberglass mesh directly depends on the size of the cells and the diameter of the reinforcement used. To get a price list with current prices, write us your phone number or e-mail.
You can order our composite mesh by sending your request to sales@composite.supplies