How to Apply a Construction Mastic Adhesive
Construction mastic adhesive is an adhesive commonly used to bond ceiling, wall and floor tiles, plywood panels, concrete, asphalt, leather and fabric. Construction mastic adhesive is a high grade adhesive that can be used by construction professionals and around the house. Here's how to apply a construction mastic adhesive.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Clean the surfaces that will be bonded thoroughly. Wood should be free of paint, varnish and wax. Cement and other products should be completely free of dirt.
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Apply the construction mastic adhesive directly from the tube or from a can with a stick or notched trowel. Apply as much as you need to firmly bond the object.
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Place the object being bound in clamps to keep it secure for about 24 hours. That's how long construction mastic adhesive typically takes for it to cure.
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Allow the object being bound with your construction mastic adhesive to cure for 24 hours. The object will be set in about 10 minutes.
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Clean any leftover construction mastic adhesive from your object using mineral spirits or turpentine. You'll want to read carefully the directions of these products when using them.
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Remove the clamps after 24 hours and begin using the object as intended.
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Tips & Warnings
Always wear gloves and ventilate the area when you're using construction mastic adhesive. If you're unsure of the adhesive's toxicity, wear a fume filtering respiratory mask.
Read the label on your construction mastic adhesive before using to make sure you're using it properly.
