Physical:
- Adhesive type: solvent-free, synthetic resin emulsion
- Colour: creamy white
- Specific gravity (NF T76.300): 1.2 ± 0.05
- pH: 8.5 ± 0.05
- Flashpoint: non-flammable
- Open time : approx 10 to 20 minutes subject to ambient conditions
- Working time: approx 30-40 minutes
- Set to traffic: approx. 24 hours, subject to ambient conditions
- Working temperature : Preferably between +10°C and +30°C. Material and substrate temperature not below +10°C.
- Full cure: after 48-72 hours
- Freeze/Thaw stable to –5°C
Consumption:
130 to 240 g/m²
Safety:
IMPORTANT: before embarking on any work involving FIXATEUR SOLS PLASTIQUES the separate Product Safety Data Sheet must be studied carefully by those carrying out the work.
Observe good hygiene in use. Avoid skin and eye contact.
Shelf life:
Up to 12 months in the original unopened container stored between +10°C and +30°C. Frost-sensitive.
PREPARATION
Preparation should be in accordance with building standards. Subfloors must be sound, even, smooth, permanently dry and free from old adhesive residues, dust, grease or other contaminants.
When overlaying existing floor coverings ensure that they are firmly bonded and clean.
Remove dirt, polish, oil and similar contaminating substances.
When further preparation of the subfloor is required, select suitable Bostik primers and Bostik smoothing and levelling compounds. Very absorbent surfaces must be primed to prevent over absorption. Anhydrite screeds as well as particleboards and plywood should be primed with solvent-based primer IMPREGLUE, several subsequent coats may be necessary (100-120 g/m²/coat).
All surfaces must incorporate adequate damp proofing, if not, they should be primed with EPONAL 336 Moisture Vapour Barrier coating.
Always allow primers and underlayment to dry thoroughly before applying the adhesive.
APPLICATION
Apply an even coat over the whole area to be covered using a suitable roller (depending on the porosity and roughness of the substrate).
For impervious subfloors use a thin foam roller.
For absorbent subfloors use an alveolar foam roller.
Use a wide brush along skirting boards and in the corners.
Do not over apply or under apply.
Allow an appropriate open time: approx. 10 to 20 minutes, depending on temperature and humidity conditions ; substrate absorbency and type of floor covering. Lay the floor covering whilst the adhesive remains tacky and receptive. Use a rubbing block and/or roller to expel trapped air and ensure good transfer of the adhesive. After 30-40 minutes, repeat.
Floor covering removal
Uplift the covering starting from the a corner and peel off slowly. The adhesive residues can be easily removed by using 15% alkaline detergent solution diluted in hot water. Soak the remains of the adhesive for approx. 30 minutes until the adhesive re-emulsifies. Remove with a squeegee and floorcloth. Several rinses are needed to get original floor without any tacky surface.
REMARKS
- Always observe an appropriate cure time.
- Tightly close all containers after use.
Cleaning
Tools should be cleaned with warm water, preferably whilst the adhesive is still wet.
Assembly and repair
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Water resistant
