What are the specs for “fire taping”?
My view:
Paper tape on all joints.
One coat of mud on bevelled seams.
Correct?
What are the specs for “fire taping”?
My view:
Paper tape on all joints.
One coat of mud on bevelled seams.
Correct?
There are a number of ways to achieve a level foundation and mudsill.
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Yes. Well, one coat of mud and tape on all seams. Not just the bevels. So yes, you're doing corners too. But here at least they don't even make you do the screws. That strikes me as cheating a little.
Some places even let you use (an maybe this isn't the trade name) Fire Tape. Self adhesive. Put the tape on the joints and walk. UL listed and all that rot.
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There are two kinds:
1) Fire tape - just tape it with mud and where the rock meets the roof deck use fire caulk.
2) Smoke barrier - just tape it and you can use tape and mud where the rock meets the roof deck.