Exterior Finishing Beads from Trim-Tex Are Here

Since 1969, Trim-Tex been the industry’s gold standard for vinyl drywall finishing beads and accessories. And now, after decades of popular demand, Trim-Tex is moving outdoors, with over 300 exterior finishing solutions (including all your favorite Plastic Components beads) offering top-tier quality and unbeatable durability. Crafted from a proprietary blend of premium exterior-grade PVC, Trim-Tex now has everything you need to flawlessly finish exterior structures, whether you’re using stucco, EIFS, DEFS or fiber cement board.

Trim-Tex Exterior PVC beads enhance the performance and appearance of exterior finishes, even in most humid coastal environments and the harshest weather conditions. And, unlike metal alternatives, these beads do not rust or corrode, providing curb appeal — with perfectly clean, crisp, sharp lines — that will stand the test of time.

Read on to learn more about some of the products that are available now!

Exterior beads for a stucco finish

From protecting your exterior corners from the elements to creating an unforgettable aesthetic finish, Trim-Tex Exterior Solutions offers just about everything imaginable to create the perfect stucco finish.

The flagship item in this family of products is our premium exterior Corner Bead. Corner beads have been Trim-Tex’s bread and butter for over 50 years, and we were delighted to bring all that experience we've accrued to exterior corners. This ultra-durable bead provides rust-proof reinforcement to these areas, creating sharp, clean edges that stand the test of time.

Other stucco solutions to check out include casing beads, like the Standard Flange Casing Bead or the T Bar Casing Bead, to use wherever exterior walls butt up against other details, like windows and doors; beads “Made for Movement” to prevent hazardous cracks in your finish, like the popular V Control Joint; and Sill Screeds to manage moisture where walls meet foundations, among other screeds.

LEARN MORE: Explore all our stucco finishing beads and accessories here!

Exterior laths & drain mats

Exterior finishers all have horror stories about hanging up metal laths, struggling to install them and cutting up their hands in the process. On the other hand, these rust-proof plastic laths — the yellow ULTRA-LATH PLUS® and gray ULTRA-LATH — have a resilient, lightweight design that’s both easy and safe to handle. They’re unaffected be chemicals, won’t corrode and are self-furred for ASTM compliance.

And then there's Ultra-Drain Mat™: a smarter alternative to traditional furring strips, creating a continuous drainage gap behind exterior cladding to drain moisture and speed up drying. Its durable, two-ply design resists mold, boosts strength and includes an integrated insect screen.

Exterior beads for an EIFS or DEFS finish

To achieve a Direct-Applied Exterior Finish System (DEFS) or Exterior Insulation and Finish System (EIFS), there’s a whole world of tracs, corner beads, vents and other accessories you’ll need — and we’ve got ’em all.

Both EIFS and DEFS structures provide insulation benefits and weather-resistance capabilities. And besides, they look great! With exterior-grade PVC beads from Trim-Tex, you're able to supercharge these systems to stand the test of time, in any weather. These solutions include a range of Starter TRAC™ beads to grip foam board and manage moisture; corner beads, including one combining PVC and alkaline-resistant fiberglass mesh (pictured above); and drip edges to keep water moving away from your windows and doors (including an archway version).

LEARN MORE: Explore all our EIFS and DEFS finishing beads and accessories here!

Beads for a fiber cement board finish

Finally, there’s fiber cement board — an increasingly popular form of siding due to its durability, versatility and ease-of-use. And we've got a suite of durable, versatile and easy-to-use finishing beads and accessories to match it!

The most popular of these products is the Continuous Soffit Vent for Fiber Cement Board, a clean, easy solution for venting soffit areas without breaking the budget. Other solutions in this category include a vinyl Inside/Outside Corner Bead, an H Trim to conceal vertical joints between fiber cement panels and a Weeped Starter Trac™ to create a resilient base at the bottom of your wall.

LEARN MORE: Explore each of our fiber cement board finishing beads and accessories here!

Trim-Tex’s expanded lineup of exterior finishing solutions is making waves in the construction industry — don’t miss out on the next big thing! Find a trusted Trim-Tex dealer using the tool below, and call ahead to make sure they stock all the top-of-the-line exterior-grade PVC beads you’ll need to finish your next project.