To ensure uniform adhesion of the entire surface, apply a workable amount of adhesive at one time.
• Maintain a uniform spread rate. Replace trowel (or trowel blade) with every pail used.
• “Open time” of the adhesive is dependent upon porosity of the substrate, temperature, and humidity and
the adhesive itself, follow the adhesive manufacturers recommendations. It is important that the installers
familiarize themselves with the adhesive before starting the installations where a too long open time will
result in poor adhesive transfer.
• While installing, always work to have complete sheets glued at the end of the day.
• To reduce the risk of bubbles, the roll back method is the most recommended.
• By keeping the roll tight and maintaining a constant pressure while unrolling into the adhesive, the risk for
bubbles will be minimal.
• The fold back method is acceptable, but care must be taken to not flap it back
too quickly.
• Once flooring is placed into the adhesive, immediately roll thoroughly with a 3
sectional 100-lbs (45 kg) steel roller in both directions.