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How much is a foam backer rod?
Depends on how wide, how long, and where you live. For guidance, in NYC, 3/8" by 20' will set you back about $5. Read More »
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What Is a Backer Rod?
Backer rod is a round open- or closed-cell foam rod used to fill joints between building materials. It is used to fill most of the void in a joint so caulking or chinking material, a mortar-like sealant, can be applied to finish filling the... Read More »
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What do you put on top of the backer rod?
Hi Mike, You are right--I wasn't clear in this answer because it really wasn't her original question--but I am happy to clarify for you. When filling concrete expansion joints, you want to use caulking--but a caulking with latex/silicone in... Read More »
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I used 3/8" or 1/2" polyethylene rope (like waterski tow rope - the stuff that floats), bought at Home Depot. It has a slick surface for easy pulling, and it will compress as needed so as not to interfere with closing the doors. I used a fi...
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Try any of your local hardware stores. I googled this and it may be called weatherstripping. It apparently comes in different sizes too. I'm in the US so I don't know what stores you have available but it might help if you google the produc...
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I'm not even sure what foam backer rod is, but with google and a query here's a manufacturer right in your own back yard. G'day mate!! Source(s): http://www.diameterfoam.com.au/
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Try a company called Infinite Architectural, you will find their email on a website www.doubleglazingrepairs.ws Its a very basic site but you will be able to send them an email with your requirements. I have purchased some from them before,...
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Hi Phred! I will be honest with you, I have no idea what the wooden expansion joints would be nailed to. The only way to find out is by taking them out. That is something I have never heard of before. Regardless, you will definitely be b...
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At your local big box building supply store.
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