{"product_id":"acuteye-backer-rod-1-4-inch-epdm-foam-50ft-white-weather-strip-for-joints","title":"Acuteye Backer Rod 1\/4 Inch EPDM Foam 50ft White Weather Strip for Joints","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcuteye Backer Rod is a 1\/4 inch diameter EPDM foam filler designed to sit neatly in gaps before caulking. Supplied as a 50 ft roll, it provides ample length for multiple projects. The EPDM material is dense and pliable, offering a reliable base for sealants while remaining easy to handle in typical DIY tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaced into joints and cracks, the foam backer rod helps create a consistent plane for caulk, aiding smooth, uniform finishes. The formulation tolerates temperature swings and outdoor conditions, delivering a weatherproof feel that resists deformation under typical use. While no product can guarantee weatherproofing, many users value the predictability of the joint lines it helps to form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiameter 1\/4 inch ideal for standard gaps across pavements, walls, and frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximately 50 ft length for efficient, longer runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEPDM rubber foam provides density, flexibility, and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy to cut with scissors and press into gaps before caulking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh\/low temperature tolerance and weatherproofing help joints endure outdoor exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEasy to use, practical for daily tasks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo install, simply measure, cut the rod to the desired length, and press it evenly into the gap. Once in place, cover with your preferred caulk to complete the seal. The white color blends with many surfaces, creating a clean, unobtrusive base for sealants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVersatile uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFilling cracks in pavement and walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSealing seams around sliding doors, glass doors, windows, and cabinets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIY projects such as protecting edges, making ring holders, and light crafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBacker rod diameter: 1\/4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLength: about 50 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: EPDM rubber foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor: white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is Acuteye Backer Rod used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It fills gaps before caulking in concrete, walls, floors, and around doors to help seal joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long is the roll and how do you install it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The roll is about 50 feet. Cut to length with scissors and press into the gap before applying caulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Acuteye","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47463315538094,"sku":"B0D2W6S2FQ","price":57.13,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6012\/9710\/files\/acuteye-backer-rod-quarter-inch-roll.jpg?v=1770279069","url":"https:\/\/handyskook.ca\/products\/acuteye-backer-rod-1-4-inch-epdm-foam-50ft-white-weather-strip-for-joints","provider":"HandySkook","version":"1.0","type":"link"}