'Duck Brand PVC Foam' has been discontinued.
Product Description
Duck Brand Foam Weatherstrip Seal is a single-sided PVC foam tape which seals out unwanted drafts, allergens, and more. Cracks and gaps around windows and doors are a leading cause of high-energy costs in your home throughout the year. This self-adhesive Duck® Foam Weatherstrip Seals are a great solution for sealing small gaps around doors and windows, forming an insulation barrier against drafts and humidity, as well as dust, pollen, and insects during warmer months. The product is available in multiple widths for a quick and easy application process. Use together with other Duck® Brand weatherization products to make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient all year long. Country of Origin: United States.
Technical Information
Duck Brand PVC Foam Weatherstrip Seal
- Carrier/Backing: closed cell low-density PVC foam
- Service/Operating Temperature: -4°F to 172°F
- Country of Origin: United States
Note: Specifications are those given by manufacturers and are not tested for accuracy.
Question & Answers
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JEG
José Eduardo González Estaba Jun 04, 2024
QUESTION: The product description states that it is 3/4" wide x 1/2" thick x 10' long [x-large gap], but the photos show "Small gap seals". Could you clarify which product I will actually receive?
Thanks.
ANSWER: Unfortunately that product is discontinued and we are now all out of the small gap - we updated the default photo to show the x-large now. Thank you.
ZF
Zade Faraj Jul 25, 2020
QUESTION: Is this actually white or is it gray?
ANSWER: The large gap 1-pack is black/gray and the small gap 2-pack is white. Thank you.
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Customer Jan 04, 2018
QUESTION: Is this low density maximum compression?
ANSWER: Thank you for your question! This is a low density closed cell PVC foam. The force to compress is 0.5-4 psi, and the compression/deflection is 0.6 psi.
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Customer Jan 02, 2018
QUESTION: Can I use this on the top of an interior door inside my house?
ANSWER: Just as long as it doesn't rub or brush against something causing it to peel off.
C
Customer Aug 10, 2017
QUESTION: Will this work on horizontal sliding windows along the frame?
ANSWER: Thank you for your question! If you have gaps between the frame and the windows, this may help. Keep in mind when installing the weatherstrip seal not to block the track so you can open the window.
User Reviews
hot melt rubber (synthetic)
Offers the widest range of application flexibility available. Exhibits excellent processing performance whether manually or automatically applied. Has superior tensile strength, adhesion properties and holding force which ensures consistent, reliable seals. Hot melt adhesive will bond faster to a surface which is referred to as quick-grab or quick-stick. It typically has higher tack (will feel stickier to the touch), but is also softer. It has lower heat resistance, shear resistance, and sometimes UV resistance than an acrylic adhesive. NOTE: it is called hot melt because the adhesive is applied hot by the manufacturer and then hardens as it cools (you do not need to apply heat to the tape yourself).
natural rubber
Properties are similar to that of hot melt rubber, but natural rubber often holds where other adhesives won't (recycled fibers, dust, cold, heat and heavy loads). It provides good overall adhesion and moisture resistance.
acrylic
Offer excellent performance, especially for applications in temperatures less than 40°F and greater then 120°F. It provides excellent clarity, has high shear strength, is usually more permanent/durable even when exposed to moisture, and it ages well over extended periods in fluorescent and sunlight. Since it remains clear for the life of the application and does not yellow over time it is ideal for applications such as sealing white cartons. While it has good initial adhesion it does take 24-48 hours to cure and to achieve its maximum bond strength (has gradual adhesion buildup). Another difference between hot melt rubber and acrylic adhesive is if you fold tape over making the two adhesive sides touch the acrylic adhesive will remain attached to the carrier (e.g. paper, film) while a hot melt adhesive will stick to itself and pull off of the carrier. It is the best choice for clarity, UV resistance and aging characteristics.
silicone
Is great for extreme temperature applications since silicone adhesive can work in continuous operating temperatures from -100°F to 500°F. They also exhibit good chemical resistance, retain electrical properties, and remove cleanly with little or no residue.
zinc oxide
Zinc oxide based adhesive formula is a skin-friendly adhesive which is commonly used on sports medicine tapes.
Thickness, AKA caliper or gauge, refers to the distance from one surface of a tape backing, or adhesive, to the other.
1 mil = 1/1000 of an inch
Examples: 1/16 inch = 62.5 mils; 1/32 inch = 31.25 mils
Lower gauge gloves are heavier - have thicker construction, fewer stiches knitted per inch and offer less dexterity.
Higher gauge gloves are lighter - have thinner/finer construction, more stitches knitted per inch and offer more dexterity.
Gloves offered typically runs from 7 to 18 (12 and 13 are in the middle of the scale).