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Laying finished flooring can be an exciting stage of any project – because it often means you are nearly done!
But how can you make sure your flooring looks great and lasts for years to come?
Use a high-quality flooring adhesive!
But what exactly is a flooring adhesive, and which is best?
Do we need flooring adhesives?
Flooring adhesives, as the name suggests, are formulated to help finished flooring adhere well to subfloors while enhancing their longevity.
The main types of finished flooring that require a flooring adhesive include:
- Glue down luxury vinyl tiles
- Glue down vinyl roll
- Engineered wood flooring
- Tiled flooring
- Carpet tiles
- Carpet rolls
- Rubber commercial flooring
But you should always check the fitting instructions for the specific flooring of choice, as some can use click systems to negate the need for adhesives.
What are the different types of flooring adhesives?
With a wide range on the market, finding the right type of flooring adhesive can be tricky if you aren’t experienced in the field.
The most common types of adhesives include:
Water-based adhesives
Water-based adhesives are popular due to their low VOC emissions – making them the most eco-friendly option and safest to use across properties of all types, including homes, businesses, and retail spaces.
The downside of this flooring adhesive type is that it might not be as strong as other adhesives and can be tricky to use with wooden floors.
Similarly, they are also prone to moisture damage, meaning they are not suitable for use in spaces that are moisture-prone, including kitchens, bathrooms, or utility spaces.
Polyurethane-based adhesives
If you are opting for wooden flooring, polyurethane-based flooring adhesives are considered superior, thanks to their strong yet flexible hold that is also moisture resistant.
Acrylic adhesives
Most often used for luxury vinyl, tile, and stone finished flooring, acrylic flooring adhesives are very tough, resistant to the sun and moisture and can withstand changes in temperature that other adhesives could not.
Which adhesive is best?
Choosing the right adhesive for your flooring projects means bearing in mind a number of factors, which include:
- The type of finished flooring you’ve chosen
- The installation environment
- Drying or curing time
- Cleaning
- Toxicity levels
- Shelf life
This means that flooring adhesive recommendations cannot be made without the above information – making generalised recommendations inappropriate.
Accurately considering these factors and the most popular brands of flooring adhesives can ensure that your finished flooring is laid and cured correctly and remains strong and stylish for as long as possible.
Our favourite brands are:
F-Ball adhesives
As the UK’s leading manufacturer of flooring adhesives and floor preparation products, F-Ball offer a wide range of adhesives for flooring types of all kinds.
This includes:
- Carpet and textile
- Resilient flooring
- Wood flooring
- Marine flooring
- Smoothing and repair compounds
- Damp or contaminated flooring
- Moisture measurement and control
- Various accessories
F46 adhesives, from F-Ball, are example acrylic polymer adhesives that are ideal for vinyl, PVC, and carpets. They are solvent-free and dry to a permanent film.
F46 adhesives can be used for more complex installations too, such as over underfloor heating, with PVC sheets and tiles, and also for marine floor installations.
Laybond adhesives
Laybond adhesives are manufactured by the wider, worldwide brand Bostik and are among the top four adhesives and sealant producers in the world.
This includes Laybond pressure-sensitive ultimate adhesives, which allow for the installation of vinyl, PVC, and carpets thanks to their high bond strength, high level of tack, and flexible open time.
Tremco adhesives
Tremco flooring adhesives offer a wide range of commercial sealants and waterproofing, in the form of a range of sealants suitable for:
- Vinyl
- PVC
- Carpets
- Rubber flooring
Find the right flooring adhesives for your project
If you are new to laying flooring or just want a trusted second opinion, be sure to contact a specialist flooring contractor to take advantage of their expertise and experience in the market.
They can advise on which flooring adhesives are best for your project and can offer competitive pricing for all your finished flooring, adhesive, and flooring accessory needs.
Saving you from making costly mistakes on your current and future projects!
