I have been renovating my bathroom and while I performed removal of old tile, walls, cut concrete and installed mud pans, drwall etc. with the existing bathroom door attached to retain dust, I used this zipper last when I had to remove the master door to make way for a new barn door I made. This originally was a traditional door, with the hinges and wood frame. Since keeping the old frame would not look right/good, I ripped out the frame, then finished it with drywall and bullnose corner beads. Drywall work creates immense amounts of fine dust, even if you use a shop vac like I did to control it. Since we still slept in our bedroom, I used this in an effort to control dust. Who knew it would actually do a better job than the door...
Since I had to finish the master bedroom side wall surrounding the door, attaching plastic to the existing wall would not do. So, I built a 2x4 frame that screwed into the wall above the door and at the baseboard as well (easy to fill a few screw holes). It extended 2' outside the door frame and 2 1/2' into the bedroom. This gave me plenty of space to install the drywall, corner beads, joint compound and sand, also giving me room to blend the wall texture with the old. After I built much of the frame attached the thicker 4 mil plastic from Home Depot. I did this first by laying the plastic on the ground, marking the line, then attaching the zipper. Once attached, I put it up and it worked perfectly. It has been up about two weeks and will come down this weekend as I am complete with this and other "dusty" work.
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I did a bit of research on these zippers, seeing others with reviews of adhesion problems. I had worked with the very tough/nice 4 mil HDX plastic from Home Depot before, so I knew tape; not just painters tape, but packaging and masking tape tends to have issues staying on if any stress is involved, so I wanted something very sticky. I settled with this thinking worst case I would strengthen with duct tape, but as I applied it, I knew I would not need it. This tape is very good with no adhesion problems at the time, or after two weeks.
I was also concerned about the zipper itself being tough enough and sealing in the air. It has proven tough, and if you wet your hand in a positive airflow like I had in my bathroom, you may feel a hint of air, but my entire plastic room ballooned, surprisingly hard BTW, so there was pressure and not a hint dust coming through. It made me realize my door must have allowed much dust through... Regardless, tape still held well, and the fabric was strong with zero chance of failure. Also, this does come with 2 zippers, but using that configuration, I knew the bottom flap would allow much of the air to escape, hence be unable to contain dust. So, I decided to use one zipper. I expected unzipping and getting through he door to be tight, but I had all equipment in the bathroom and just needed to get myself in and out while I awaiting the drying of mud over several nights, etc. It worked perfectly, but if you have to get equipment or supplies in and out, you may want to use both and come up with a wood flap on the bottom to keep it closed.
As for install, I don't recall what the instructions said, buy I drew a line, had my son hold one end tight, while I removed the backing, slowly pushing down the tape of the zipper as I went. It worked well, but the tape is so sticky, you do NOT want to remove the backing at once. I followed that up with rubbing the seem up and down with a piece of PVC and all was well. I immediately put the plastic on the frame I just built, then cut the plastic under the zipper and it was perfect.
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Since 1992 Zip-Up has been an innovator in developing and bringing to market unique products for use in Dust Containment and Jobsite Protection. Starting with the invention of the original patented Peel & Stick zipper door the company has continued to evolve with the introduction of many new products that have become the Choice of Professionals in Restoration, Abatement and Construction.
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Great price, and very good quality
I needed this to work for a week while our floors were being refinished but this zipper would work a lot longer if needed. The adhesion quality was outstanding and the zipper moves up and down very easily (operable from both side). Since I didn't need to carry tools through the opening I used one zipper per opening. I tried one right down the center and the other diagonal like a sail for a bigger opening. They were both good but if you have to carry a load through the opening I'd try the second option. You can Youtube it also. I'd buy this product again if the need arrises.
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2020Color: Cloth BackingVerified Purchase
I needed this to work for a week while our floors were being refinished but this zipper would work a lot longer if needed. The adhesion quality was outstanding and the zipper moves up and down very easily (operable from both side). Since I didn't need to carry tools through the opening I used one zipper per opening. I tried one right down the center and the other diagonal like a sail for a bigger opening. They were both good but if you have to carry a load through the opening I'd try the second option. You can Youtube it also. I'd buy this product again if the need arrises.
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- Michael DeVuystReviewed in Canada on June 29, 2023
Great quality zipper!
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Fantastic fabric mesh adhesive sides and good quality metal zipper head. No need to double up the sticky sides with additional duct tape. And sold at a great price compared to my local ‘big business’ hardware stores. (They were selling a lower quality tarp-plastic version of the zipper for almost $50. Insane)Michael DeVuystGreat quality zipper!
Reviewed in Canada on June 29, 2023
I have no complaints. I’ve been using it for a month and it hasn’t peeled up anywhere. Very nice. Very good price for value.
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- GregHReviewed in Canada on March 31, 2023
Lasts Forever, Keeps Out Dust - Excellent Product!
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I couldn't be happier with this purchase. The zipper was so easy to install and so handy! Used while renovating a bedroom - no dust, no fuss getting through, and hundreds of zips with no sign of fatigue or ungluing. Very pleased!GregHLasts Forever, Keeps Out Dust - Excellent Product!
Reviewed in Canada on March 31, 2023
Update: After repurposing a room into a temporary spray booth, one zipper has been on a door for over 6 months. It has been used many hundreds of times with no sign of wear or fatigue. Even paint fumes don't come through, nor does paint residue slow the zipper. Absolutely essential for any reno involving dust or paint (which is why I just bought some more). Highly recommended.
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- Dana H.Reviewed in Canada on August 28, 2023
One of the zipper broke beyond repair quickly, amazon replaced it. See how it holds up
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