PVC corner angle bead in 2.5m lengths, sold by the box. A standard fix for clean, straight external corners on plastered walls. Available in 6mm, 10mm and 15mm profiles. Bulk discounts available — contact us for a quote on larger quantities.
Size
QTY
Price
QTY
6mm - 2.5m
50
£84.50£101.40
10mm - 2.5m
34
£59.50£71.40
15mm - 2.5m
34
£67.66£81.19
The 2.5m PVC corner angle bead is one of those products that gets taken for granted right up until the moment you use a cheap one and spend the next hour chasing a wavy corner across a freshly set coat. This is the straightforward solution for forming clean, true external angles on plastered walls and ceilings, and it does its job without any fuss. Available in 6mm, 10mm and 15mm nose profiles to suit different render depths and plaster thicknesses, so there’s a size here for most standard applications.
PVC beads have largely replaced their galvanised steel equivalents on interior work for good reason. They don’t rust, they’re lighter to handle, and they won’t cause staining through thin topcoats months after the job is done. On site, that matters more than it sounds. You can cut them cleanly with a fine-toothed saw or decent snips, and the material holds its shape without warping or kinking during installation — which makes setting out long runs considerably less aggravating than it used to be.
Where PVC Corner Angle Bead Earns Its Keep
These beads are used extensively by plasterers, drylining contractors and renderer working on new builds, refurbishments and renovation projects. They’re appropriate for both gypsum plaster and sand and cement render, and they bond well with bonding compounds and adhesive dabs. The perforated flanges allow the plaster to key through and lock the bead firmly in place once set. The result is a corner that rules out straight, stays that way, and gives the decorator a clean edge to work back from.
Sold by the box at trade prices, with bulk discounts available for larger orders. The box quantities vary by profile size, so if you’re pricing a large job or need to stock up for a run of properties, get in touch for a volume quote. The per-unit cost at volume makes this an easy product to keep on the van.
Pro Tip: When fixing PVC corner bead with adhesive dabs, press it back firmly with a straight rule along the full length before the dabs go off — any bow in the bead at this stage will be very difficult to correct once the first coat is on.
PVC corner angle bead is used wherever a plastered or rendered external corner needs to be formed cleanly and held straight. Plasterers use it on partition walls, door reveals, window returns and column edges on both new build and refurbishment work. It's equally at home on sand and cement render applications in domestic and light commercial settings, as well as on internal gypsum plaster. Drylining contractors often use it along the edges of plasterboard to provide a finished, rule-able arris before skimming.
Best For
External plastered corners on walls and ceilings
Door and window reveals
Partition wall and column edges
Sand and cement render
Gypsum plaster and bonding coats
Drylining and plasterboard finishing
Available In
6mm nose profile
10mm nose profile
15mm nose profile
2.5m lengths
Box quantities of 34 or 50 depending on profile
Key Features
Rust-free PVC construction
No staining risk through topcoats
Perforated flanges for strong plaster key
Lightweight and easy to cut
Holds shape without warping during installation
Suitable for adhesive dab or screw fixing
Not suitable for: Not suitable for external render applications exposed to significant impact or heavy traffic, where a metal bead would be more appropriate. Not intended for use as a structural or load-bearing component.
Cut the bead to length with a fine-toothed saw or a pair of metal snips. Apply adhesive dabs or a thin bed of bonding plaster to the corner, press the bead into position and check it is plumb and straight using a level or straight rule. Allow the adhesive to go firm before floating up to the bead nose.
The perforated flanges provide a good mechanical key once the plaster coats are applied. Rule off the corner using the nose of the bead as your guide, keeping the floating coat flush. On longer runs, check for bow at intervals as you work — a sagging bead mid-run is far easier to fix before the coat goes on than after.
Measure and cut the bead to the required length using a fine-toothed saw or metal snips
Clean the corner surface and remove any loose material or dust
Apply dabs of bonding plaster or proprietary bead adhesive at regular intervals down the corner
Press the bead firmly onto the corner, seating it fully against both faces
Check plumb and straightness along the full length with a level or straight rule
Adjust the position before the adhesive sets and allow to go firm before plastering
Float up to the bead nose on both faces, using the nose as a screed guide
Rule off the plaster flush with the bead and finish as normal
What is the difference between the 6mm, 10mm and 15mm profiles?
The number refers to the nose size of the bead, which relates to the plaster or render depth you are working to. A 6mm bead suits thinner coats such as a finish skim over bonding, while 10mm and 15mm profiles are used where thicker build-up is required, such as sand and cement render or multi-coat plaster. Choosing the right profile means the nose sits flush with the finished surface rather than proud of it or buried beneath it.
Are bulk discounts available if I need a large number of boxes?
Yes. The listed price is per box, and significant discounts are available on larger orders. If you are pricing a run of properties or need to buy in volume, contact us directly for a trade quote. It is worth doing before you commit to the order — the savings at higher quantities can be meaningful.
Manufactured from uPVC, these corner beads offer good dimensional stability across the temperature range typically encountered in interior plastering work. The perforated flanges allow plaster and render to key through mechanically, creating a firm bond once set. PVC construction eliminates the corrosion risk associated with galvanised steel beads, making them particularly well suited to environments with higher moisture levels or where thin topcoats might not provide adequate protection against rust bleed-through.
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