Instructions / Assembly
New Concept Drywall Products
Arch Flex
DESCRIPTION
(Speed,
Perfection and
Longevity)
Patented PVC tight fibered cotton composite corner tape that is 3.33” wide nominal, .026” thick
And comes in a 50’and 100’roll.
Strait-Flex Arch Stick is very stable with temperature changes and is flexible while maintaining
it’s rigidity when wet.
ADVANTAGES
Saves an average of 50% on installation time over other products
Long, continuous arches and curves installed in one piece
Material can be second coated immediately
Only requires light skim coat to finish
Resists denting, paint chipping and edge cracking
Material will not blister or fuzz up when sanded
Continuous roll allows long, continuous arches and curves to be installed in one piece
Easy installation using standard compound -- No special tools, fasteners or stapling are
required
Water resistant and rustproof.
No nail pops or paint chipping.
WARRANTY
Strait-Flex products are backed by a lifetime warranty. When applied to a sound structure, built
on a permanent foundation using recommended application techniques, we warrant that these
products will not edge-crack for the lifetime of the structure. Contact Strait-Flex International
Inc for complete details.
DIRECTIONS
Measure entire arch application by using Arch-Flex as a tape measure, cut 1” longer than
required. Fold Arch-Flex completely in half, and then fold tear strip edge back against
product and remove.
If using Arch-Flex in a transition from a straight corner to an arch corner, mark
transition points before folding.
Then fold Arch-Flex completely in half, cut tear strip at transition points, fold tear strip
back against product and remove.
Apply all purpose compound to edge and install Arch-Flex from one end pressing firmly
into compound.
Arch corner roller can greatly improve speed and ease of installation.
Wipe down compound and adjust to smooth curve. Second coat may be applied
immediately or wait until dry for a second coat.
Do not use lightweight compounds for bed coat.
STORAGE
Store in dry place protected from moisture
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