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  For glue-down cork flooring and wall tiles, we recommend using a contact adhesive. 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 ...

• Does contact adhesive (cement) need to be completely dry before applying the tiles?

  Yes, contact cement needs to be 100% dry on both the cork wall or flooring tiles and the surface the tiles will be applied to. It is recommended to apply a uniform, generous coat of adhesive to both surfaces using a nylon brush, a roller (texturing ...

• Can I use wallpaper glue rather than contact cement on cork wall tiles?

  No, based on our testing, wallpaper glue is not effective in adhering cork wall tiles. Cork wall tiles are heavier than wallpaper and need an adhesive that adheres instantly, such as contact adhesive; otherwise, the tiles will fall off the wall or ...

• What adhesive should I use to install Jelinek's QuietCork cork underlayment?

  While QuietCork cork underlayment can be dry-laid (not glued) for floating floor applications, installations where the finished flooring is adhered or bonded over the cork require the cork underlayment to be secured to the subfloor first. In ...

• Does Glue Down Cork Flooring Come With Self-Adhesive Backing?

  No, we do not currently offer self-adhesive glue-down flooring. For the best long-term installation results, we recommend using water-based contact cement. Browse our full catalog of cork flooring.