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HYDROTRIM water-activated corners gain popularity with metal bead users.

HYDROTRIM vs. Metal Bead

Bend, Oregon -- HYDROTRIM water-activated corners are quickly gaining popularity with metal bead users looking for a simpler, faster corner installation. Recent outreach to residential contractors by Grabber Construction Products reveals that the ease of installation, lack of mess, product flexibility, and a superior finished result are convincing contractors to make the switch to HYDROTRIM from metal bead.

“Compared to metal corner bead, this product is quite superior,” asserts Joe, a contractor in Hamilton, New York. “It will not become deformed if bent or kinked and the thin tapered edges are much easier to feather the mud. The product is thin and flexible with great adhesion.”

Tom of Havertown, Pennsylvania states: “[HYDROTRIM] is very easy to use. Very little mess. You do not have to worry about rushing as it gives you some time before it sets up. I love not having to use screws.”

Unlike metal bead, HYDROTRIM goes on in seconds, requires no screws or nails and uses up to 30% less mud to install and finish. These equate to significant material and labor savings that add up, even on smaller jobs. “Contractors are looking to save every penny they can, and HYDROTRIM has come along at a perfect time given our current economic realities,” says Structus CEO Tim Smythe.

HYDROTRIM is currently available in an Outside 90 profile, in lengths of 8, 9, 10 and 12 feet. Structus will be releasing a Bullnose profile of HYDROTRIM later this year. HYDROTRIM is exclusively distributed by Grabber Construction Products. For more information, visit www.hydrotrimcorner.com.