Not sure what type of panel adhesive you should be using? Unsure as to the differences between them? Take a look below at panel adhesive explained.
The 3 Main Types of Adhesives
Acrylic Based-
Acrylic Adhesives are manufactured using acrylic or methyl acrylic polymers & fillers. They dry by a loss of water into a substrate (one of which must be porous). They are extremely strong and efficient in bonding multiple objects together and are very environmentally resistant.
Solvent Based-
Solvent based adhesives are manufactured using rubbers & resins. They are a glue or adhesion product that usually comes in the form of a liquid. Resins are dissolved in a volatile solvent to produce a tacky polymer solution, which can be extremely adhesive when dry. These dry by the evaporation of solvent air.
MS/Hybrid Polymer Based-
MS/Hybrid Polymer based adhesives combine polyurethane & silicone technology to deliver hybrid sealant that is extremely versatile. These are a one-part, elastic adhesive based on a modified silane polymer that cures when exposed to moisture to form high-performance elastomer.
Which Panel Adhesive should I order and why?
Product | Type | Usage | Surface |
Usage Examples | Benefits |
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Strong Grip Panel Adhesive |
Solvent Based | Internal & External | One surface must be porous to enable curing. | Applications such as PVC/Aluminium cladding, carpet grippers, wall battens, architrave and skirting boards. | - Enhanced grab adhesive for quick and simple direct bonding. - Excellent gap filling properties. - No need for mechanical fixings for many applications. |
Strong Grip Solvent Free Adhesive | Acrylic Based |
Mostly Internal |
One surface must be porous to enable curing. |
Applications such as architrave, dado rails, skirting boards, PVC panels and polystyrene coving. |
- Excellent slump resistance. - Environmentally friendly. - Excellent gap filling properties. *Not as strong as Strong Grip Panel Adhesive* |
Multi-X Stuck-It Grab Adhesive | MS/Hybrid Polymer Based |
Internal & External |
Can be applied to damp or wet surfaces and will cure underwater. |
All of the above. |
- Incredible initial grab. - Almost limitless applications. - Versatile. - High bonding strength. - Environmentally friendly. |