A good place to purchase a backer rod is the concrete supplies section of your local hardware store. It comes in two sizes: a large one that is 29 fluid ounces and a small one that is only 10 fluid ounces. If you need a large one, I recommend getting two tubes and slicing them in half so that you ca Read More

If you've decided to install laminate flooring on a new or existing floor, it's essential to use a 3/8" compressible PE foam backer rod. This rod will help you fill the expansion gap, which will minimize the need for 100% flexible silicone sealant. The backer rod will also ensure that the silicone s Read More

There are three basic types of backer rod. The open-cell type is most common, but there are also closed-cell backer rods. These rods are easier to compress and provide more surface area for the sealant to adhere to. However, closed-cell backer rods tend to have a higher moisture absorption capacity. Read More