Corner Bead Prevents Impacts and Wear, Reducing the Risk of Cracking

Corner bead is an important material used in construction and decoration, primarily for protecting and beautifying wall corners. It is usually made of metal or plastic and is installed at the corners of drywall (gypsum board) to ensure the corners are flat and sturdy. The main function of corner bead is to prevent wall corners from being impacted and worn during daily use, reducing the risk of cracking. At the same time, it can provide a smooth, sharp edge, enhancing the overall appearance of the wall.

A corner bead
Category
  • Expanded corner bead

    Expanded corner bead

  • Double-X corner bead

    Double-X corner bead

  • PVC-u corner bead

    PVC-U corner bead

  • PVC corner bead with fiberglass mesh

    PVC corner bead with fiberglass mesh

  • Perforated drywall plaster corner bead

    Perforated drywall plaster corner bead

Expanded corner bead

Expanded corner bead consists of 2 expanded metal wings with a width of 2-5/8" and a solid metal nose. The wide wings are flexible and can be easily flexed over irregular, uneven surfaces, which makes it an ideal choice for irregular corners. Plaster keys near the solid nose provide reinforcement where needed most to ensure straight corners.

We offer both Galvanized steel and Stainless steel expanded corner beads. Generally, Galvanized steel expanded corner beads are recommended for internal uses and Stainless steel expanded corner beads are recommended for external uses. Expanded corner bead is designed to provide true, straight corners to avoid cracking and chipping while protecting edges from impact damage. It is often used for exterior wall corner reinforcement and protection.

Table 1: Expanded Corner Bead Specification
Reference Width of Wing (mm) Length (mm) Material
ECBGS45 45 2400/2700/3000 Galvanized steel
ECBGS50 50 2400/2700/3000 Galvanized steel
ECBGS55 55 2400/2700/3000 Galvanized steel
ECBGS65 65 2400/2700/3000 Galvanized steel
ECBGS75 75 2400/2700/3000 Galvanized steel
ECBGS100 100 2400/2700/3000 Galvanized steel
ECBSS45 45 2400/2700/3000 Stainless steel
ECBSS50 50 2400/2700/3000 Stainless steel
ECBSS55 55 2400/2700/3000 Stainless steel
ECBSS65 65 2400/2700/3000 Stainless steel
ECBSS75 75 2400/2700/3000 Stainless steel
ECBSS100 100 2400/2700/3000 Stainless steel
Double-X corner bead

Double-X corner bead provides extra strength and rigidity by integrating a 3-1/4" wide wing with an added stiffener ridge, which makes it a perfect choice for corners in high traffic areas.

Table 2: Double-X Corner Bead Specification
Reference Size
Width (in) Length (ft)
DXCB314 3-1/4 10
DXCB318 3-1/8 8
9
10
12
PVC-U corner bead

PVC-U corner bead is not easy to damage, rust-resistant and straight. Its large perforated opening allows premier mix flowing through and bonding to the substrate, thereby obtaining a better embedment effect.

PVC-U corner bead offers a clean, straight corner edge to reinforce and protect the external corners from damage.

PVC-U corner bead comes in a variety of patterns including round, square, diamond, hexagon, triangle or custom patterns. For specific specifications, please refer to the table below.

Table 3: PVC-U Corner Bead Specification
PAB10 PAB12 PAB15 PAB19
T = 10 mm T = 12 mm T = 15 mm T = 19 mm
W = 40 mm W = 40 mm W = 40 mm W = 40 mm
L = 2.5 m L = 2.5 m L = 2.5 m L = 2.5 m
6–10 mm plaster thickness 8–12 mm plaster thickness 15 mm plaster thickness 13–19 mm plaster thickness
PVC corner bead with fiberglass mesh

PVC corner bead with fiberglass mesh consists of perforated PVC angle bead and reinforcing fiberglass mesh. It is specially designed for all 90 °C angle constructions, including interior plastering, wall corners, arches, windows and doors.

PVC corner bead with fiberglass mesh can solve common corner construction problems quickly and effectively, such as out-of-straight positive angles, rough surfaces and easily damaged wall corners.

Round or square perforated openings on PVC corner bead with fiberglass mesh are designed to seal the substrate easily. The fiberglass mesh plays a role of reinforcement that offers an added strength for corner structures.

Table 4: PVC Corner Bead Specification
PVC corner bead
  • Wing width: 18 × 18, 20 × 20, 21 × 21, 25 × 25, 30 × 30 mm.
  • Thickness: 1.0–2.0 mm.
Fiberglass mesh
  • Mesh size: 4 × 4, 5 × 5 mm.
  • Width: 100 mm.
Length (common) 2-3 m
Weight 60-180 g/m2
Color White (standard), brown, blue, orange or customized.
Perforated drywall plaster corner bead

Perforated drywall plaster corner bead is a metal strip attached along an inner or outer corner of stucco walls. It consists of 2 expanded metal wings and a solid metal nose. It may serve as a plaster block to provide straight edges and high strength to support and protect building corners from cracking and chipping while offering a clean, neat plaster surface.

Perforated drywall plaster corner bead comes in a variety of patterns and types to suit to different wall types.

Table 5: Perforated Drywall Plaster Corner Bead Specification
Reference Width of Wing (mm) Length (mm) Material
PDPAB32 32 2400/3000 Galvanized steel
Application
Expanded corner bead for internal corner applications

For internal corner applications

Expanded corner bead for external corner applications

For external corner applications

Angle bead for ceiling plastering applications

For ceiling plastering applications

PVC corner bead with fiberglass mesh for wall plastering applications

For wall plastering

Packing & Shipping
Angle bead in carton package

Carton package

Angle bead in plastic film package

Plastic film package

Angle bead in wood case package

Wood case package

Well packed angle beads are loading onto the truck.

Loading & shipping