Yes, contact cement needs to be 100% dry before applying the tiles. It is recommended to apply a uniform, generous coat of adhesive to both surfaces with a nylon brush, roller (texturing type), or spray. One coat is typically enough for most surfaces
Yes, QuietCork can be successfully installed under carpets.
Most water-based, non-contact adhesives rely on water evaporation to form a bond. However, cork tiles tend to expand and curl at the edges during this process. As the adhesive cures and water evaporates, the center of the tile bonds securely, but the
Insulation cork panels can be installed using either mechanical fasteners (nails or screws) or adhesive. Unlike cork flooring or decorative wall panels, which require contact cement, insulation cork panels can be adhered either using contact cement o
Requirements for concrete subfloors (after curing a minimum of 30 days for floating floor and 60 days for glue down flooring):-Note: a minimum 6 mil polyethylene sheet (vapor barrier) should always be applied under floating floor over below grade [or
We recommend using Bona Traffic HD polyurethane. This polyurethane comes in a variety of sheens, and we have found it to hold up well during our own installations in high-traffic and residential settings.
We recommend against using nails to attach our cork tiles, as in our experience, it causes buckling. If you are concerned about using a permanent adhesive on your wall, we recommend screwing a thin piece of plywood to the wall prior to application. T