One Component Adhesives applicator should fill the stitch ensuring the joint is positioned
Strong polymer based single ribbing of the carpet to ensure total correctly, apply firm pressure to
surface contact. form the bond.
component adhesives are available
that are generally used on smaller
4. Apply the adhesive evenly down
Provided the correct attention is given
installations. The systems generally the tape strip to the non-shiny to the bonding process then strong
rely on atmospheric moisture to surface, leaving approximately 5cm seam joints, with minimum visibility
cure and are most often supplied uncoated at either edge. Position should result and the artificial lawn
in cartridge form. No mixing is carpet joint down the centre of the would be expected to last for many
required and application is simple and tape. years.
clean. Provided the product is used
correctly, resultant seam bonds are
entirely satisfactory. The adhesives
in cartridge packs allow for an easy
application method and can also be
used for fixing the edges of the carpet
to the lawn surround.
Seam Jointing Tapes
5. Consolidate the adhesive bond by
More detailed information is available
applying light; even pressure until in the Envirostik Good Practice Guide
curing is complete. If sand is used and guidance on each product is
as an infill, do not apply until the included in the Landscaping brochure.
adhesive bond has fully cured thus
preventing sand penetrating into
the joint.
6. If using a self adhesive tape, roll
Strong, durable strips are required back the carpet edges, then simply
that are compatible with the one and roll out the tape and position
two component liquid adhesives. Tapes the joint down the centre. After
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should be made of strong, geotextile,
normally with a coating on one side
to prevent ingress of moisture during
installation. Adhesive should always
be applied to the open textile surface.
Various widths and lengths are
available.
Self-Adhesive Fixing Tape
These tapes are most often used
in smaller landscaped areas with
relatively low traffic use. The adhesive
is already fixed to the textile carrier
and is ready for bonding after the
removal of the protective film.
This system requires a good fitting
technique as once the carpet is
pressed into place it bonds instantly
and is not easy to reposition.
Best Practice Installation Advice
1. Protect adhesives from extremes
of hot or cold by storing at between
5ºC and 20ºC.
2. When using a two-part adhesive,
ensure the components are
thoroughly mixed before use. Look
for consistent colour and texture in
the mix.
3. Use a notched trowel to apply
sufficient adhesive according to the
carpet backing type. The beading
structure created by the adhesive
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