Does Plywood Need to be Primed or Painted before Using Butyl Tape Adhesive
Updated 08/15/2025 | Published 07/20/2025
Question:
I have some new plywood repairs in the roof, should it be painted or primed before installing the adhesive?
asked by: Steve
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Expert Reply:
Hey Steve, it would not be necessary to paint or prime the plywood before using butyle tape like the part # 344270341411-1. There's nothing in the wood that would affect the adhesive. How bad was the wood rot?
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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LaSalle Bristol Butyl Tape for XTRM RV roof membranes - 30' x 1-1/2" - Gray
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- 30 Feet Long
- Gray
- LaSalle Bristol
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Jameson C.
8/15/2025
Hey Steve, how did the butyl tape work out for your plywood repairs? I'm curious because it might help others facing similar roof repair situations.