JBead - Plaster frame grille

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AAG Patented Plaster J-Bead Frame*™

For years beaded products were used to smooth seams in dry-wall, gypsum, wall-board and plaster. Artisans used beads as the most effective way to create, smooth, seamless surfaces.

Our engineers and designers took the knowledge and experience of old world craftsman, combined it with current technology, and created the first, one piece Plaster Jbead frame. So unique and innovative, we were granted a US Patent. This industry changing design was copied and immitated by competitors who created inferior substitutes.

If you are looking for the only, authentic, US Patented, Plaster Jbead frame, the advanced design of Architectural Grilleworks is your answer.

Superior design, exceptional strength & durability, ease of installtion and range of options, are the cornerstones of our exclusive, Patented product. There are no subsitutes.

Patented Plaster J-Bead
Frame® Grilles

FEATURES

» Solid, patented, fully welded construction
» Multiple pre-punched holes for quick installation
» Fully removable core to access dampers, filters and duct-work
» Extra wide flange with multiple channels to capture plaster or mud, ensuring a smoot feathered installation
» Built in knife guide enabling installer to achieve multiple plaster finishes including level 5
» Accommodates a wide range of wall thicknesses from 1/4” through 1.0”
» White powder coat finish (to be used as is or can be painted over)
» Performance data and noise criteria available upon request.

Quick Ship Stock Available in the Following Rough Opening Sizes

Height x Length (inches)

	4” H	5” H	6” H	8” H	10” H	11” H	12” H	13” H	14” H	16” H	20” H	24” H
6” L			6 x 6✓
8” L	✓4 x 8			✓8 x 8
10” L	✓4 x 10		✓6 x 10		✓10 x 10
11” L						✓11 x 11
12” L	✓4 x 12		✓6 x 12	✓8 x 12	✓10 x 12		✓12 x 12
13” L								✓13 x 13
14” L	✓4 x 14		✓6 x 14	✓8 x 14	✓10 x 14				✓14 x 14
16” L	✓4 x 16			✓8 x 16						✓16 x 16
18” L	✓4 x 18
20” L	✓4 x 20	✓5 x 20	✓6 x 20						✓14 x 20		✓20 x 20
24” L	✓4 x 24	✓5 x 24	✓6 x 24		✓10 x 24		✓12 x 24				✓20 x 24	✓24 x 24
28” L	✓4 x 28
30” L	✓4 x 30		✓6 x 30	✓8 x 30	✓10 x 30		✓12 x 30		✓14 x 30
36” L	✓4 x 36	✓5 x 36	✓6 x 36	✓8 x 36
48” L	✓4 x 48	✓5 x 48	✓6 x 48	✓8 x 48
60” L	✓4 x 60		✓6 x 60

Fequently Asked Questions

What is a Plaster JBead Grille?

The Plaster JBead Frame Linear Bar Grille (invented and patented by Advanced Architectural Grilleworks) is known by various terms in the industry which include.

J bead
J bead frame
Mud grille
Plaster frame grille
Mud-in grille
Spackle in frame
J frame
L frame

Why choose the Advanced Architectural Grilleworks Plaster Jbead Grille?

Our patented Plaster J-Bead Frame^TM combined with a wide range of architectural linear bar grille styles including the AAG100, AAG220, AAG330 and AAG400 provides a flush, borderless installation for plaster, gypsum, mud, wall board and drywall applications.

Perfectly suited for wall and ceilings, it has multiple purposes in your HVAC system providing both flexible supply and return air solutions.

Custom sizes, shapes and contours are all features available for your project requirements. Our clients have said “the Advanced Architectural Grilleworks’ patented Plaster J-Bead Frame grille appears to float within the wall. Not only it is the only legally available product, it is the most superior”.

How is it installed?

The Plaster J-Bead^TM frame design is quickly fastened to the wall via the outer flange by either screwing (standard wall board screws) or nailing through the pre-drilled holes. In addition the frame can be attached with construction adhesive or silicon.

The holes are spaced throughout the flange enabling mounting in a variety of positions, both vertically and horizontally.

After fastening, the flange is covered with a skim coat of plaster providing your customer with a clean, flush appearance. The Advanced Architectural Grille works Plaster JBead frame saves you time and it will save your money.

Why Choose Advanced Architectural Grilleworks’ products?

Our unique products and designs are manufactured here in our United States plant, supporting American employees and local businesses.

Years of costly testing, development and engineering analysis went into the creation of this product. The US Patent Office granted Patent #9,765,988 providing protection to companies like ours that invent unique items. We are proud of this product and the others we have pioneered.

And finally, the sale of these grilles helps support St. Jude’s Children’s’ Hospital – St Jude’s provides the most compassionate of all cancer care, that of children - at absolutely no cost to their families.

What is the best way to clean my architectural grilles?

Depending on the Finish and Material of your hand crafted, architectural grille provided by Advanced Architectural Grilles, there are a number of different cleaning options and techniques.

Aluminum Linear Bar Grilles and Aluminum Perforated Grilles:

Satin – Rub grille lightly with a fine Scotch-Brite pad (180 grit) in the same direction of the grain until the finish is restored. You can also use a cloth with a cleaner such as Windex, or simply use a soft damp cloth.

Mirror Polish – Polish the grille with Noxon, metal polish. You can also use Windex or a soft damp cloth.

Baked Enamel – Please use ONLY a soft damp cloth, preferably cotton and please, absolutely NO cleaners.

Anodized Color – Please use ONLY a soft damp cloth, preferably cotton and please, absolutely NO cleaners.

Stainless Steel Linear Bar Grilles and Stainless Steel Perforated Grilles:

Satin – Rub grille lightly with a fine Scotch-Brite pad in the same direction of the grain until the finish is restored. You can also use a cloth with a cleaner such as Windex, or simply use a soft damp cloth.

Mirror Polish – Polish the grille with Noxon, metal polish. You can also use Windex or a soft damp cloth. It is best to use a light, circular motion.

Brass Perforated Grille:

Satin (no protective top coat) – Rub grille lightly with a fine Scotch-Brite pad in the same direction of the grain until the finish is restored.

Satin (with protective top coat) – Please use a soft damp cloth ONLY. Using anything other than a soft damp cloth may damage the lacquer.

Mirror Polish (no protective top coat) – You can use Noxon to regain the mirror finish. It is best to use a light, circular motion.

Mirror Polish (with protective top coat) – Please use a soft damp cloth ONLY. Using anything other than a soft damp cloth will ruin the lacquer.

Statuary Finish (without protective top coat) – Please use a soft damp cloth ONLY. Remember, without a top-coat, the finish will naturally age to a fine tone and character.

Statuary Finish (with protective top coat) – Please use a soft damp cloth ONLY.

Bronze Linear Bar Grilles & Bronze Perforated Grilles:

Satin (no protective top coat) – Rub grille lightly with a fine Scotch-Brite pad in the same direction of the grain until the finish is restored.

Satin (no protective top coat) – Please use a soft damp cloth ONLY. Using anything other than a soft damp cloth will ruin the lacquer.

Mirror Polish (no protective top coat) – You can use Noxon to regain the mirror finish. It is best to use a light, circular motion.

Mirror Polish (with protective top coat) – Please use a soft damp cloth ONLY. Using anything other than a soft damp cloth may damage the finish.

Statuary Finish – Please use a soft damp cloth ONLY. Remember, without a top-coat, the finish will naturally age to a fine tone and character.

Additional Information

Please avoid using any type of tape or adhesive on your grille. Should you need to paint or do any type of wall finish in the area your grille is located, please cover it with cloth and then plastic. Should you have any questions regarding care or cleaning, please call our Advanced Architectural Grilleworks customer service team at 516-488-0628. Our goal is to help you keep your architectural grille in the same condition as the day it was fabricated by our craftsmen.