Description
RLA 265 Universal Vinyl Adhesive
– 15 Litres
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
RLA 265 is a water-based acrylic emulsion with excellent plasticiser resistance and non-staining properties. It is protected against biodegradation, withstands everyday wet cleaning practices and is suitable for use over underfloor heating installations. It has a high initial grab and is ideal for bonding both supported and unsupported PVC vinyl. It may also be used to install hard-to-hold carpets and those with PVC backings.
SUITABILITY:
- RLA 265 is a hard-set adhesive suitable for bonding most PVC commercial and domestic vinyl sheeting products, vinyl composite tiles, PVC vinyl tiles, and plank flooring.
COVERAGE:
- V1 1.6mm x 1.6mm notched trowel will achieve approximately 5 square metres per litre.
- V2 2.4mm x 2.4mm notched trowel will achieve up to 3 square metres per litre.
- V3 3.2mm x 3.2mm notched trowel will achieve approximately 2 square metres per litre.
SURFACE PREPARATION:
- To be by the current Australian Standard “Floor Coverings
– 1884-2021 Resilient Sheet & Tiles – Laying & Maintenance Practices” - All surfaces should be dry, smooth, sound, clean and free of wax, grease, oil, previously applied adhesive, and other contaminants.
- Relative humidity of the concrete must be measured as per the AS1884-2021 Australian Standard.
- RLA 265 may be applied onto concrete substrates with moisture content up to 85% relative humidity tested based on the In-Situ Probe method ASTM F2170
- The alkalinity of the concrete (pH) must not be higher than 10.
- Subfloors must also be free of hydrostatic pressure And laitance on concrete substrates should be removed before using this adhesive.
- Curing time is related to temperature; this product should not be applied at temperatures below 10°C.
- Test all concrete substrates for moisture content according to the current Australian Standards before priming or installing any floorcoverings.
- Priming is only generally required when installing on overly porous subfloors.
- If priming is required, use RLA PU95. or RLA Universal Primer
Indentations and uneven concrete subfloors should be treated with the Roberts and RLA TruLevel Product range of levelling compounds and by the manufacturer’s recommendations.
APPLICATION:
- For the application of Sheet Vinyl, Vinyl Planks and Tiles, it is recommended to apply the adhesive with a 1.6mm x1.6mm ‘V1″ notched trowel.
- For floorcoverings with textured or Vinyl Planks with embossed backing, applying the adhesive with a 2.4mm x 2.4mm x 2.4mm ‘V2″ notched trowel is recommended.
- Hard to hold carpets installed indoors, it is recommended to apply the adhesive with a 3.2mm x 3.2mm ‘V3″ notched trowel.
- Once the pail is opened, remove the protective film material, and use the adhesive with the recommended notched trowel.
- Apply only the amount of adhesive that can be covered within the open time of the adhesive.
- Allow adhesive to air generally 5-10 minutes at 20°C before lowering the floorcoverings into the Wet Film of adhesive and rolling in both directions with the recommended roller weight per the manufacturer’s installation guide to ensure transfer has occurred.
- Airing times will depend upon temperature, humidity conditions and substrate absorbency.
- Do not allow heavy traffic for 24 hours.
- All seams for domestic vinyl should be seam sealed with a suitable vinyl seam sealer.
CLEAN UP:
- Clean tools immediately after use with warm soapy water.
- The dried adhesive may be cleaned off using a suitable solvent cleaner applied to a damp cloth, then rubbed gently over the dried adhesive.
NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS:
- Drying times can be extended when applied in cold ambient temperatures.
- Don’t allow the adhesive to skin over or dry out; the floorcovering being bonded is essential to be installed into the Wet film of adhesive.
- Don’t apply adhesive in direct sunlight.
SHELF LIFE/STORAGE:
- 12 months when stored in original unopened packaging
- Shall be stored in a dry area off the ground.
PACKAGING:
- 15 Litre Containers
SAFETY AND HANDLING:
- Wear suitable respiratory protection.
- Use in well-ventilated areas.
- Avoid breathing vapours.
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Wear eye protection and suitable gloves and clothing.
- Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using this product.
- If on the skin, wash with plenty of soap and water.
- If in the eyes: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
- Remove contact lenses; if present, continue rinsing.
- If any skin or eye irritation persists or you feel unwell, get medical attention.
- Safety Data Sheet is provided as a separate document to this TDS
FIRST AID:
- If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.
- For advice or if you feel unwell, contact a Poisons Information Centre: Australia ph. 131126,
New Zealand ph. 0800 764 766 or a doctor at once. - If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.
- IF SWALLOWED, immediately call the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
- IF ON SKIN Remove immediately all contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water.
- If skin irritation occurs, get medical advice/attention.
- IF IN EYES Rinse carefully with water for several minutes.
- If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention.
- Refer to The Safety Data Sheet available with the Multifors product data.
