{"product_id":"mapei-reinforcing-fabric","title":"Mapei Reinforcing Fabric","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMapei Reinforcing Fabric for Waterproofing Membranes, 6\" x 75 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMapei Reinforcing Fabric is a strong, absorbent, flexible, alkali-resistant polyester fabric for optional use with Mapelastic AquaDefense, Mapelastic WaterStop, Mapelastic Turbo, Mapelastic WP, and Mapelastic WRB waterproofing membranes when installed under ceramic tile or stone. Also used as a component in Mapei's ShowerPerfect shower installation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 6\" roll is sized for detail work — reinforcing the substrate areas most prone to failure, including cracks, coves, corners, and around drains — providing a durable, reliable barrier to water migration into adjacent areas. Easily cut to size with scissors or a razor knife, and fully compatible with all Mapei cement- or epoxy-based grouts and mortars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated for residential and commercial interior applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1996\/7489\/files\/einforcing-fabric.pdf?v=1787069251\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eClick here for Technical Data Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-woven, alkali-resistant polyester reinforcing fabric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReinforcing waterproofing membranes at cracks, coves, corners, and drains\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible membranes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMapelastic AquaDefense, WaterStop, Turbo, WP, WRB; Mapeband accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible with\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Mapei cement- or epoxy-based grouts and mortars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCuts easily with scissors or razor knife; embeds into wet membrane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoll size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\" x 75 ft (37.5 sq. ft. coverage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this fabric required for a waterproofing install?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — it's an optional reinforcement, but it's recommended at high-stress areas like cracks, coves, corners, and around drains for extra protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the right size for a whole floor, or just detail work? \u003c\/strong\u003eThe 6\" width is built for detail work — coves, corners, cracks, and joints. For broader field-area reinforcement, the wider 38\" roll is the better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this with any Mapei waterproofing membrane?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's compatible with Mapelastic AquaDefense, WaterStop, Turbo, WP, and WRB, plus Mapeband accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much fabric do I need at a cove or corner? \u003c\/strong\u003eAllow 2\" of fabric on the floor and 4\" up the wall for coves; for cracks, control joints, and vertical corners, allow 3\" on each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"product-sku-search\" class=\"product-sku-search\"\u003eSku: \u003cspan\u003e0170004\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- END FLOORCOMMANDER SKU INSERT --\u003e","brand":"Mapei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48633440731330,"sku":"0170004","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1996\/7489\/files\/swatch_mapei_reinforcing-fabric.jpg?v=1787069017","url":"https:\/\/flooringmarket.com\/products\/mapei-reinforcing-fabric","provider":"Flooring Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}