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  "name": "What is the difference between paper tape and fiberglass mesh tape?",
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      "name": "What is the difference between paper tape and fiberglass mesh tape?",
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        "text": "Paper tape provides the strongest joint strength and is best for flat seams and inside corners, but it requires careful embedment in wet compound to prevent air blisters. Fiberglass mesh tape is self-adhesive and speeds up application, but it demands setting-type compound (hot mud) for the initial coat because it flexes more than paper. Choosing between them depends on the repair scope: small patch repairs often benefit from mesh tape for quick bonding, while full-room remodels and ceiling joints achieve greater crack resistance with standard paper tape.",
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        "description": "Paper tape yields stronger, crack-resistant joints for full rooms and corners, while self-adhesive mesh tape applies faster but requires setting compound for strength."
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  "description": "Paper tape yields stronger, crack-resistant joints for full rooms and corners, while self-adhesive mesh tape applies faster but requires setting compound for st"
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