Carpet & Tile Carpet & Tile

Titebond Solvent Free I/O Carpet & Tile Adhesive is an acrylic-latex adhesive for the installation of carpet, artificial turf and plastic-backed corded tiles. It offers good initial tack for a quick and easy installation. It also provides a strong bond that is highly water-resistant.

Titebond Solvent Free is environmentally superior and contains no ozone-depleting chemicals. It is nonflammable, emits no harmful fumes or offensive odors and cleans up with water.
MSDS
5145 - Quart Can
5146 - Gallon Can
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Physical Properties (Typical)
Type Synthetic rubber, acrylic resin emulsion Calculated VOC (less water): 14.0 g/L
State Light viscosity mastic Weight/gallon 10 lbs.
Color Beige Flashpoint >200°F.
Solids 65% Freeze/thaw stability Unstable
Viscosity 40,000 cps Storage life 12 months in tightly closed containers at 75°F.
Application Guidelines Application temperature Above 40°F. for adhesive and substrates
Service temperatures -20°F. to 120°F.
Method of application For smooth and foam-backed carpets, use a 3/32" U-notch trowel. For deeply textured backings or rough substrates, use a 1/8" U-notch trowel.
Coverage 1/8" U-notch trowel - approximately 40 sq. ft. per gallon; 3/32" U-notch trowel - approximately 50 sq. ft. per gallon
Working time 30-40 minutes maximum
Working surfaces Surface must be dry and free of any material that may deter adhesion. Cut and fit all materials before applying adhesive. Apply adhesive using the proper trowel. Allow adhesive to set up for 10-20 minutes. Lay goods into wet adhesive and seal all seams. For unitary and secondary backed goods, roll with a 75 lb. roller. For foam-backed goods, use a pushbroom or carpet tube to press goods into adhesive. Allow adhesive to dry well before exposing installations to cleaning water.
CleanupClean tools and excess adhesive with water while wet. If adhesive has dried, use mineral spirits or equivalent solvent. Follow solvent vendor's precautions when using solvents. NOTE: Test solvent in an out-of-the-way area to make sure it will not mar or attack the surface.
Product Features
  • Ideal for carpets, artificial turf and tiles
  • Quick grab - Professional strength
  • Excellent water-resistance
  • Environmentally safe - Nonflammable
  • Limitations Keep from freezing. Adhesive is not freeze/thaw stable. Materials and adhesive should be kept at 70°F. prior to application. Air temperature should be at least 40°F. during application.
    Caution Statement CAUTION: EYE AND SKIN IRRITANT. Contains diethylene glycol. Do not swallow. Do not allow eye contact or prolonged skin contact. First Aid: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting; contact physician. If eye contact occurs, flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Wash skin contact reas with soap and water. If irritation from eye and skin contact areas persists, contact physician. For additional information, refer to Material Safety Data Sheet.
    KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
    Ordering Information
    Cat. No. Size Units per
    Package
    Weight Packages
    per Pallet
    5145 Quart Can 6 14 112
    5146 Gallon Can 2 18 90
    Important Notice: Our recommendations, if any, for the use of this product are based on tests believed to be reliable. Since the use of this product is beyond the control of the manufacturer, no guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, is made as to such use or effects incidental to such use, handling or possession or the results to be obtained, whether in accordance with the directions or claimed so to be. The manufacturer expressly disclaims responsibility therefore. Furthermore, nothing contained herein shall be construed as a recommendation to use any product in conflict with existing laws and/or patents covering any material or use.


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