{"product_id":"everbuild-sealant-polyethylene-backer-rod-25mm-x-10m","title":"Everbuild Sealant Polyethylene Backer Rod 25mm X 10m","description":"\u003cp\u003eAchieve professional, long-lasting sealant joints with the \u003cb\u003eSika Everbuild 25mm Polyethylene Backer Rod\u003c\/b\u003e. Designed for both professional contractors and DIY enthusiasts, this flexible, closed-cell grey foam rod controls sealant depth, prevents costly joint failure, and reduces overall sealant consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrevents Joint Failure:\u003c\/b\u003e Eliminates 3-sided adhesion, allowing sealants to expand and contract naturally without tearing or rupturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrecise Depth Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensures the correct width-to-depth ratio (typically 2:1) for optimal tooling and long-term sealant performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClosed-Cell Polyethylene:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-absorbent, moisture-resistant skin ensures water won't penetrate the void or degrade the seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNon-Stick Surface:\u003c\/b\u003e Sealants won't adhere to the backer rod, giving the joint room for maximum flexibility and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUniversal Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Safe for use with silicone, polyurethane, acrylic, hybrid, and self-levelling sealants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConvenient Trade Pack:\u003c\/b\u003e Comes in an easy-to-handle 10-meter coil—ideal for small-to-medium trade jobs and home improvements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWindow \u0026amp; Door Perimeters:\u003c\/b\u003e Seals frame voids to prevent drafts and water ingress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpansion \u0026amp; Construction Joints:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides firm backing in concrete, masonry, floor, and wall joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlazing \u0026amp; Cladding Systems:\u003c\/b\u003e Supports sealants in glass frames, metal panels, and pre-cast concrete facades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDraft Proofing \u0026amp; Acoustic Insulation:\u003c\/b\u003e Fills gaps beneath skirting boards, log homes, and coping joints to reduce noise and energy loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect a backer rod diameter slightly larger than the joint width so it compresses firmly into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully push the rod into the void using a smooth, blunt tool (do not puncture the skin).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the depth according to the sealant manufacturer's guidelines (typically a \u003cb\u003e2:1 ratio\u003c\/b\u003e of width to depth).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply sealant directly over the backer rod and tool to a clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Sika Everbuild\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 25mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 10 meters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Closed-Cell Polyethylene (PE) Foam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Grey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 10m Small Trade Pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tools Garage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57403301233015,"sku":"Everbuild25x10","price":8.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/1597\/9127\/files\/EverbuildBackerRod_301d0ecc-9d7d-4427-a49a-4b3c64c57e2b.jpg?v=1787485032","url":"https:\/\/www.toolsgarage.co.uk\/products\/everbuild-sealant-polyethylene-backer-rod-25mm-x-10m","provider":"Tools Garage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}