How much glue should be applied on the wall coverings?
The optimal amount of glue is around 250g per m2. A good test for checking if you have the right amount of glue is is to see if you can draw in the glue with your finger.
It's important to spread the glue evenly on the fiberglass wall covering and make sure the layer has a uniform thickness. Remember that it's always better to have too much glue than not enough.
What primer should I use to prepare the wall for fiberglass wall coverings?
Make sure to use the most suitable primer for your particular wall type. You can use ADFORS ready-to-use glue mixed with clean, cold water at a ratio of 1:1. This glue has been specifically formulated to work with Novelio wall coverings and ensures a stong bond with your wall.
How should the wall coverings be prepared before applying them to the wall?
Novelio wall coverings require the wall to be clean and dry. The wall quality should be Q3 or better, and as flat as possible.
What tools are required for the application of Novelio fiberglass wall coverings?
Listed below are the tools required for easy installation of the Novelio fiberglass wall coverings:
Tape measure
Marker
Razor blade or scissors for cutting the wall coverings
Brush or roller to apply the glue
Spirit level
Plastic spatula or rubber roller to press the wall covering on the wall
Long steel spatula for trimming the edges (corners, ceiling, floor)
Painting supplies (if applying the paintable Novelio Classic wall covering)
How can I remove excess glue from the wall coverings?
Use a wet towel or sponge to remove the glue as soon as possible after application. This is key, as the glossiness of the wall covering's surface will be negatively affected if the glue is allowed to dry.
What is the lightest mesh you can supply?
Our lightest mesh is R34 for interior reinforcement.
Does your self-adhesive drywall joint tape have a CE mark?
Yes, our trademarked FibaTape® is the only fiberglass drywall joint tape for plasterboards which is CE marked. This is based on European Technical Approval ETA-09/0075.
What type of construction is the tape?
At ADFORS we have various weaving technologies at our disposal, but our FibaTape® self-adhesive drywall jointing tape is made from warp knitted construction, where the fiber glass yarn is interlooped along the length of the fabric.
I have a wandering ‘settling’ crack above my door. Do you have a product to cover/reinforce this kind of issue?
Yes. We would suggest you use our self-adhesive 25m × 150mm Crackstop product to help with this problem. As cracks do not usually appear in straight line, it is often necessary to use a wider tape to provide sufficient coverage and reinforcement over either side of the crack.
Can self-adhesive drywall tape be used for reinforcing internal angles?
For reinforcing internal angle joints, we would recommend using our 100mm width tape rather than our standard 48mm width tape. The 100m tape provides a wider surface area to give better contact with the wall, which is necessary for this particular application.
