Installing glue down floors, suggest any adhesives or sealers?

Question

do i need a sealer? i used mapei's planipatch for low spots on concrete theres a slight residue when i wipe my hand acress it.

also wood floor adhesives in mind right now are bostics best and roberts 1408 or the cheaper 1407 adhesive. whats the difference? urathane or acrylic urathane?? im perplexed and appreciate any help

Answer 1

it all depends on the type of floor covering. for example if it is a brand name ,like armstrong, mannington ,tarkett or conguleum, it is always recommended to use their own adhesive ,this way you will keep  the product warranties from being void. if the new floor is vinyl sheet rolls

or VCT. vinyl composite tile .use of generic glue should work.

most flooring stores or hardware keep a good selection handy

1- for wood floors use Bostic Best

2 -for vinyl sheets use V-31 or

3-for tongue and groove use Tight Bond blue fusion adhesive.

4-for vinyl tile use AD-42 for VCR

5- the cheaper brands for vinyl tile are  generally  peel and stick glue.

6-finally if is a new laminate flooring, you will

   need  no glue. as it is assebled by snap and click system like most floating floors.

seam sealants are used for sheet vinyl.make sure to buy the right sealer. for high gloss or low gloss products ..it is important.

and good luck in your project..

Answer 2

I think Terek covered every thing