Description

Woven Glass Fabric Sticky Mesh (150mm x 50m)

Reinforce your plastering projects with confidence using our premium Woven Glass Fabric Sticky Mesh.

Designed specifically for professional tradespeople and serious DIYers, this 150mm wide fibreglass soft mesh is the ideal solution for reinforcing plaster and rendering systems. Whether you are wrapping corners, stabilising base coats, or preventing cracks in high-stress areas, this self-adhesive mesh delivers exceptional strength and reliability.

Manufactured in Germany to rigorous standards, this mesh is an integral component for achieving a flawless, durable finish. It is engineered to be embedded directly into the wet base coat, ensuring the render is forced through the 4mm x 5mm apertures for maximum adhesion and structural integrity.

Key Features & Benefits

• Superior Strength: With a tensile strength exceeding 1500 N/50mm, this mesh significantly reduces the risk of rupturing, deformation, or cracking in your plasterwork.
• Alkali-Resistant: The specialised PVC coating provides excellent alkali resistance (retaining >60% strength after 28 days in a 5% sodium hydroxide solution), ensuring long-lasting performance within cementitious and alkaline render mixes.
• Self-Adhesive Convenience: The sticky backing allows for easy, precise placement, especially when wrapping corners or aligning the required 100mm overlaps, saving you time on the job.
• Optimal Dimensions: The 150mm width is perfect for targeted reinforcement, while the generous 50-metre roll length ensures you have plenty of material for extensive projects.
• Code Compliant: When used as part of a complete Resene Construction System, this mesh contributes to compliance with NZ Building Code clauses B1 (Structure), B2 (Durability – 15 years), E2 (External Moisture), and F2 (Hazardous Building Materials).

Technical Specifications

Installation Guide

For the best results, follow these professional installation steps:

1. Measure and Cut: Cut the mesh slightly longer than the area you need to cover.
2. Apply: Starting from the top of the wall, apply the pre-measured mesh.
3. Embed: Using a steel trowel, press the fibreglass mesh into the wet render mix. Work from the centre outwards to the sides. This forces the render through the mesh holes for a secure bond.
4. Smooth: Ensure the mesh is fully embedded just below the surface of the render, with no wrinkles or trapped air bubbles.
5. Overlap: Always overlap adjacent drops of mesh by 100mm and trowel them together. Do not embed the leading edge until the next layer is positioned.
6. Trim: Once the render has cured, accurately trim any excess mesh against the flashing edge.

Note: The mesh must not be left exposed; it should be retained as close to the surface as possible within the base coat.

Safety & Handling

While this product is safe to handle, dust from sanding or mixing compounds can irritate the respiratory system. We strongly advise wearing appropriate PPE, including dust masks, safety glasses, and rubber gloves, during application. Wash any equipment or spills promptly with water, ensuring run-off does not enter waterways.