Classic vinyl adhesive is a high quality adhesive that is widely used in repair, decoration and household purposes. Most often, this tool is used for gluing wallpaper. The composition includes multifunctional polyvinyl acetate. The adhesive is used by experts in working with heavy vinyl-type wallpaper. Only high-quality adhesives with excellent fixing properties can securely stick the selected canvas to the wall.
Classic formula
The realized vinyl adhesive may differ not only by the manufacturer, but also by the final target orientation of the adhesive. If the product is intended for fixing wall materials, then a special starch with optimal antifungal properties, a universal ether with powerful antibacterial inclusions, and a polyvinyl acetate type powder can be used as a base. Some manufacturers add a color indicator to the vinyl adhesive, which allows you to control the uniformity of application.adhesive. More expensive formulations boast a pleasant aroma.
Benefits of using
Vinyl based adhesive is in huge demand in the construction industry. Such popularity is explained by the fact that the tool differs from all analogues in the following advantages:
- Glue is resistant to the negative effects of moisture, which significantly expands the scope of its application.
- Optimum level of efficiency in relation to different materials.
- Excellent sliding ability, which allows you to join the connected sheets as accurately as possible.
- When dry, glue can be stored for an unlimited amount of time. The finished composition is suitable for use no more than 8 days.
- After drying, the mass becomes absolutely transparent, does not leave lumps and stains.
- Safety for human he alth and the environment. Neutral alkaline level does not irritate the skin.
Material imperfections
Non-woven vinyl adhesive has several negative characteristics that are associated with its incorrect use. The tool is designed to work with massive wallpaper. If the master decides to use vinyl adhesive for lighter finishing materials, then this is not economically viable. In addition, the cooked mass has a rather low air permeability. That is why vinyl adhesive is most often used in multifunctional, non-residential premises. But all the advantages of the glue significantly exceed its negative parameters, which is why it is actively used by professionals.
Features
The vinyl-based wallpaper adhesive sold today belongs to the category of the most reliable adhesives. The tool is actively used in repair and finishing works. Vinyl adhesive can be used to work with multiple wall materials. Most often, these are wallpapers on a paper, bamboo, metal, velor, embossed, fabric, vinyl, structural basis. Excellent sliding properties allow you to align and dock the pattern with the highest quality. If the composition has not yet dried, then the master can safely separate the canvas from the surface and glue it again. The final method of application directly depends on the type of wallpaper. If the master has to work with uneven walls and heavy material, then first of all the glue is applied to the base and allowed to soak. After 20 minutes, the action can be repeated and the strip glued on.
Available applications
The universal composition of the vinyl adhesive allows it to be used on decorative and natural stone, concrete, brick, plaster and porous surfaces. Some types go well with laminate and classic ceramic tiles. Before applying the adhesive, the working surface must be thoroughly cleaned, degreased (with a special agent or solvent) and dried. Glue is used not onlyfor finishing various rooms, but also for decorating various interiors with the help of popular decorative elements. The tool is effective for attaching various materials to vertical, horizontal surfaces. Vinyl glue is suitable for wallpaper, as well as a wooden surface. The clear, quick-drying compound is used effectively in the manufacture of prefabricated furniture.
Rules for preparing a working solution
To prepare the vinyl adhesive for use, you need to carefully dilute the dry powder with plain water. The proportions must comply with the attached instructions. The air and water temperature should not be below +25 degrees. The powder must be mixed as thoroughly as possible. Only in this case it will be possible to avoid the appearance of lumps. The mixture must be infused for the time specified in the instructions. Before gluing the canvases, all the necessary preparatory work must be done.
It is necessary to determine the free space on the clean floor. The canvas is leveled on the surface and smeared with glue. To press down the wallpaper, it is best to use a clean, dry cloth. To improve the result, you can walk several times with a roller. All manipulations must be performed slowly and carefully, as there is always a risk of shifting the canvas, which causes wrinkles. If the edges of the wallpaper are a little puffy, then they must be additionally smeared with glue and pressed against the wall. If there are screws or nails on it, then it is better to pull them out even before gluing or hammer themdeeper. You need to be as careful as possible in the place where the sockets and switches are located. To make the result look as neat as possible, you need to cut the necessary holes with scissors. In order to distribute all efforts as correctly as possible, two people should be involved in the workflow. One holds the wallpaper by the top edge, and the other by the bottom. The canvas should go behind the plinth, which is better to dismantle in advance.
Quality composition requirements
Modern vinyl adhesive for paper wallpaper must have the appropriate properties. Experts recommend paying attention to the following parameters:
- Eco-friendly and harmless. All finishing materials and related compositions must comply with these requirements. Since the adhesive has been used for the treatment of wall coverings for several years now, it should not emit toxic and irritating components. Modern manufacturers continuously monitor this parameter.
- Good solubility in ordinary water. Both powder and thick concentrate should quickly form a homogeneous mass. The glue should be free of lumps and clots when combined with warm water.
- Versatility. Vinyl-based wallpaper adhesive can be used as a primer on plastered walls. Such processing is especially important for high-quality wall decoration with wallpaper.
- Intensity of drying. This parameter requires increased attention, as the master needs additional time to correct the sheets. Thanks to this, it will be possible to correct some defects, align the drawing, and also achieve the desired result.
Basic rules for choosing vinyl adhesive
In order for the created decorative finish to please with its appearance and long service life, you need to take the most responsible approach to choosing a product. The following parameters require increased attention:
- Adhesiveness. This is the degree of adhesion to the main surface, to the main surface. It is from this parameter that the strength of fixing the wallpaper depends. It is worth noting that the adhesiveness directly depends on the number of shares of polyvinyl acetate for vinyl adhesive.
- Degree of adhesion. It can be primary and final. In the latter case, adhesion is presented, which determines the level of adhesion strength of the canvases to the base after complete drying.
Demanded producers of quality formulations
Specialists have compiled a list of names of vinyl adhesive, which are distinguished by an affordable price and excellent performance. The greatest demand is for goods from large manufacturers, such as "Econ", "Metilan", "Pufas", "Moment". The second option is distinguished by its versatility, since such glue allows you to work with all types of wallpaper. Ekon deserves special attention, which over the years of its existence has been able to recommend itself from the best side. The trademark "Pufas" isby a proven German company, but it is rather problematic to find such vinyl glue in an ordinary hardware store. You can purchase affordable Russian-made products - Quality, KMC. Experts often use these compounds for gluing various canvases. Regardless of the chosen vinyl adhesive, all recommendations and basic requirements specified by the manufacturer in the attached instructions must be taken into account. Otherwise, the prepared composition will not have the necessary parameters. If the entire solution was not used up at one time, then it can be used for another 8-10 days, after which the mixture can only be disposed of.
