SpiderLath is designed to be a replacement alternative for metal lath. Because it is made of AR fiberglass it offers several installation advantages and cost savings. Unlike the SpiderLath Fiberglass Lath System, metal lath installation is heavy, difficult to use and can easily cut the installer.
Installation Benefits
Because of the size of each roll (4 ft. x 75 ft.) and the ease at which the installer can unroll, stretch and fasten a roll, the installation time
(labor costs) are cut by 30
to 60%. See video.
- Easy to transport. Weighing only 20 lbs. per roll (300 sq.ft.), this equivalent to 18 sheets of 2.5 lath which would weight about 90 lbs. Try carrying 18 sheets of lath on your shoulder up two sections of scaffolding.
- Very versatile allowing the installer to install it horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
- Easy to use, cuts with scissors or knife. Lath scratches and cuts are eliminated because Spiderlath leaves no sharp edges to cut the installer.
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A thin coat of stiffening material is added to the fiberglass mesh to make the product easier to handle and faster to install.
Other Installation Links
SpiderLath recommends the plaster sprayer for fast application of mortar.
MVMA Guidelines (see page 8 for approval of alternative laths)
Building Code ammendment for acceptance of alternate lath materials.
SpiderLath installation procedures.
6 Steps to a Great Experience
FAQ's