SikaBond®-T35
Trowel-applied, Polyurethane Wood Flooring Adhesive
SikaBond®-T35 is a one-component, low-VOC, low odour, moisture-cured polyurethane adhesive for full surface bonding of wood flooring. SikaBond®-T35 will tenaciously bond wood to most surfaces, including concrete, plywood, and levelling and patch underlayments that have been properly prepared.
- 170% Elongation
- Easy to trowel
- Fast curing
- Excellent workability, holds ridges after troweling
- Suitable for common types of wood floors
- Tenacious bond
- Suitable for in-floor radiant heat installation
- Low odour
- Contains no water
Usage
SikaBond®-T35 may be used to bond all engineered, solid plank flat milled, shorts up to max. 19 mm (3⁄4”) thick, including bamboo, cork and parquet hardwood flooring designed by the manufacturer for glue down applications. This adhesive can also be used for many other bonding applications that are common for light commercial and residential applications including acoustic rubber underlayment systems.Advantages
- 170% Elongation
- Easy to trowel
- Fast curing
- Excellent workability, holds ridges after troweling
- Suitable for common types of wood floors
- Tenacious bond
- Suitable for in-floor radiant heat installation
- Low odour
- Contains no water
Packaging
18.93 L (5 US gal.) unit
Colour
Tan
Product Details
Composition / Manufacturing
One-component polyurethane, moisture curing
Shelf Life
12 months from date of production
Storage Conditions
Stored in undamaged original sealed containers, in dry conditions and protected from direct sunlight at temperatures between +10°C – 25°C (50°F and 77°F).
Density
1.18 kg/L (9.85 lbs/US gal )
Volatile organic compound (VOC) content
53 g/L
Shore A Hardness
~ 50 (after 28 days)
Tensile Strength
1.05 MPa (150 psi) at 23°C (73 °F) and 50% r.h.
Shear Strength
1.05 MPa (150 psi) using 1 mm adhesive thickness at 23 °C (73 °F) and 50% r.h.
Service Temperature
-40 °C – +70 °C (-40 °F – +158 °F)
Application
Sag Flow
Consistency: Spreads easily, holds ridges after troweling
Ambient Air Temperature
Room temperature between +15 °C (60 °F) and +35 °C (90 °F). For ambient temperatures the standard construction rules are relevant. Follow all wood floor manufacturer’s acclimation and room temperature requirements.
Relative Air Humidity
Between 40% and 70% during installation is best for adhesive. See wood floor manufacturer for wood requirements.
Substrate Temperature
During laying and until SikaBond®-T35 has fully cured, substrate temperature should be greater than +15 °C (60 °F) and in case of radiant heating, less than +20 °C (70 °F). For substrate temperatures, the standard construction rules are relevant.
Substrate Moisture Content
Moisture requirements are set forth to protect the wood flooring products that can expand and contract with different moisture levels. SikaBond®-T35 is not affected by moisture or vapor transmission. For protection of the wood, follow the wood floor manufacturer’s requirements for subfloor moisture. If substrate is not accep able, use Sika® MB. See Sika® MB technical data sheet for proper instruction on Sika® MB.
Curing Rate
4.0 mm/24 hrs. at 23 °C (73 °F) and 50% r.h. Floor may accept light foot traffic after 6-8 hrs. (depending on climatic conditions and adhesive layer thickness).
Skin Time / Laying Time
~ 45 – 60 minutes at 23 °C (73 °F) and 50% r.h.
Consumption
- Engineered wood flooring: P5 Trowel: approximately 4.18 m2 – 4.65 m2(45 – 50 SF/ US gal)
- Short hardwood solids including bamboo shorts max. 19 mm (3⁄4 ") thick: 6 mm x 6 mm x 6 mm (1⁄4 x 1⁄4 x 1⁄4 inch ) square notch trowel) approximately 2.79 m2 – 3,72 m2(30-40 SF/ US gal)
- Coverage mus be monitored to ensure accuracy of application. Trowel angle may prevent proper coverage.
Trowel size is recommended to obtain proper coverage. Larger sizes are acceptable. Excessive amounts of adhesive may cause wood flooring to slide while placing. Check coverage during installation. Trowels should be used at the 90° angle to subfloor to get stated coverages. Periodically check trowel for wear. Worn trowels must be replaced immediately.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Substrate Quality
Substrate must be clean and dry, homogeneous, even, free from grease, dust and loose particles. Paint, laitance and other poorly adhering particles must be removed by mechanical means.
SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
SikaBond®-T35 can be used on properly prepared, structurally sound concrete, cementitious patch/underlayments, chipboards, ceramic tiles, plywood. For on-grade sub-floors Sika recommends the use of Sika® MB for best protection against sub-floor moisture – moisture testing is required by the wood flooring manufacturer. For best results with the wood flooring products. Below grade applications are generally not recommended unless proper precautions are taken to protect the wood flooring from sub-floor and in-room humidity extremes. Sika recommends the use of Sika® MB over any dry, gypsum based sub-flooring to enhance surface strength. Preparation is a critical step in the installation process and will ensure a successful long term tenacious bond. All concrete, cement screed and gypsum based subfloors must be structurally sound, clean, dry, smooth; free of voids, projections, loose materials, oil, grease, sealers and other surface contaminants Thoroughly clean with an industrial vacuum. Remove laitance or weak areas mechanically and thoroughly. For application over ceramic tiles it is necessary to grind tile surfaces and clean thoroughly with an industrial vacuum. For substrates with old well bonded adhesive or adhesive residue use Sika® MB – see Sika® MB data sheet for installation instructions and proper details. If surface contains asphalt (cutback) adhesive follow the Resilient Floor Covering Institute “Recommended Work Practices” for removal. When the asphalt (cutback) adhesive is sufficiently removed use Sika® MB to help promote adhesion to the subfloor – or use an industry approved levelling compound over the cutback residue. SikaBond®-T35 will adhere to most common patching/levelling compounds. Due to differences in asphalt based adhesive types and performance capabilities; applicator must verify that preparation of the surface is sufficient prior to using Sika® MB or patch/level compound. Due to differences in asphalt-based adhesive types and performance capabilities, applicators must verify that preparation of the surface is sufficient prior to using Sika® MB or patch/ level compound. For unknown substrates, please contact Sika® Technical Services for best practices at 1-800-933-SIKA.
Substrate Temperature: During laying and until SikaBond®-T35 as fully cured, substrate temperature should be greater than +15 °C (59 °F) and in case of in?floor heating systems, less than +20 °C (68 °F). For substrate temperatures, the standard construction rules are relevant.
Air Temperature: Room temperature must be between +15 °C (59 °F) and +32 °C (90 °F). For ambient temperatures, the standard construction rules are relevant. Follow all wood floor manufacturer’s acclimation and room temperature requirements.
Substrate Humidity:
For use as an adhesive only: SikaBond®-T35 is not affected by moisture or vapor transmission. For protection of the wood, follow the wood floor manufacturer’s requirements for subfloor moisture. If substrate is not acceptable, use SikaBond®-T35 at recommended coverage rate as All-in-One or Sika® MB. See Technical Data Sheet for proper instruction.
For use as an adhesive and membrane: Concrete moisture vapor emission rate (MVER) may not exceed 5,44 kg per 92,9 m2 (15 lb/1 000 ft2) per 24 hours, anhydrous calcium chloride test (ASTM F1869). Do not install when the relative humidity (RH) of the concrete slab exceeds 90 % (ASTM F2170).
Relative Air Humidity: Between 40 % and 70 %
CLEAN UP
All tools should be cleaned immediately after use with Sika® Urethane Cleaner and Thinner. Any adhesive that is permitted to cure on the tools will need to be removed by mechanical means. Use a dry cloth or Sika® Hand Cleaner towels to remove adhesive from pre-finished wood surfaces before it cures. Finger prints or small amounts of adhesive residue can be removed from pre-finished wood using the Sika® Hand Cleaner towels. Sika® Hand Cleaner towels use a citrus based cleanser that will not harm the floor finish.
FAQ
SikaBond®-T35 may be used to bond all engineered, solid plank flat milled, shorts up to max 19 mm (3⁄4”) thick, including bamboo, cork and parquet hardwood flooring designed by the manufacturer for glue down applications.
Also, SikaBond®-T35 may be used to bond solid plank flooring designed and recommended in writing by the hardwood flooring manufacturer for glue-down applications.
170% Elongation.
SikaBond-T35® contains no water and it will not cause swelling of wood flooring.
Engineered wood flooring: P5 Trowel: Approx. 1.0 m2 - 1.2 m2/L (40 ft2 - 50 ft2/US gal.)
Short hardwood solids (including bamboo) max. 19 mm (3⁄4 in) thick:
6 mm x 6 mm x 6 mm (1⁄4 in x 1⁄4 in x 1⁄4 in) square notch trowel: Approx. 0.7 m2 - 1.0 m2/L (30 ft2-40 ft2/US gal.)
4 mm /24 hours at +23 °C (73 °F) and 50 % R.H.
Floor may accept light foot traffic after 6-8 hours (depending on climatic conditions and adhesive layer thickness).
~60 to 180 minutes
SikaBond®-T35 can generally be used without priming on properly prepared, structurally sound - concrete, cement floors, chipboards, ceramic tiles, plywood, and hardwood. For on-grade sub-floor Sika recommends the use of Sika® Primer MBCA for best protection against subfloor moisture.
If the surface contains asphalt (cutback) adhesive, follow the Resilient Floor
Covering Institute’s Recommended Work Practices for removal. When the asphalt (cutback) adhesive is sufficiently removed, use the Sika® Primer MBCA to help promote adhesion to the subfloor or use a Sika® Level primer and levelling compound over the cutback residue.
Also, wood floors in non-insulated areas such as basements, or other areas without a damp-proof membrane, must only be installed after Sika® Primer MBCA is applied to control the moisture (within product limitations).
For best results with the wood flooring products, moisture testing is required by the wood flooring manufacturer.
Below grade applications are generally not recommended unless proper precautions are taken to protect the wood flooring from extremes of subfloor and in-room humidity.
For application over ceramic tiles, it is necessary to grind tile surfaces, removing any glaze and producing a fine, mat gripping surface and then clean thoroughly with an industrial vacuum with a brush attachment.
If surface contains asphalt (cutback) adhesive, follow the Resilient Floor Covering Institute’s Recommended Work Practices for removal. When the asphalt (cutback) adhesive is sufficiently removed, use the Sika® Primer MBCA to help promote adhesion to the subfloor or use a Sika® Level primer and levelling compound over the cutback residue. SikaBond®-T35 will adhere to most common patching/levelling compounds.
Due to differences in asphalt based adhesive types and performance capabilities, the applicator must verify that preparation of the surface is sufficient prior to using Sika® Primer MBCA or the Sika® Level compound. For unknown substrates, please contact your Sika Canada Technical Sales Representative.
During laying and until SikaBond®-T35 has fully cured, substrate temperature should be greater than +15 °C (59 °F) and in case of in-floor heating systems, less than +20 °C (68 °F). For substrate temperatures, the standard construction rules are relevant.
Room temperature must be between +15 °C (59 °F) and +32 °C (90 °F). For ambient temperatures, the standard construction rules are relevant. Follow all wood floor manufacturers’ acclimation and room temperature requirements.
For use as an adhesive only: SikaBond®-T35 is not affected by moisture or vapour transmission. For protection of the wood follow the wood floor manufacturer’s requirements for subfloor moisture. If substrate is not acceptable, use SikaBond®-T35 at recommended coverage rate as All-in-One or Sika® MBCA.
For use as an adhesive and membrane: Concrete moisture vapour emission rate (MVER) may not exceed 5,44 kg per 92,9 m2 (15 lb/1 000 ft2) per 24 hours, anhydrous calcium chloride tests (ASTM F1869). Do not install when the relative humidity (RH) of the concrete slab exceeds 90 % (ASTM F2170).
Between 40 % and 70 %
Read this Product Data Sheet completely prior to starting installation. SikaBond®-T35 is applied to the properly prepared substrate directly from the pail and uniformly distributed with a notched trowel. Take care to place only enough adhesive to allow sufficient time to place wood into the adhesive while the adhesive is still very wet. Press the wood floor elements firmly into the adhesive ensuring there is sufficient transfer of the SikaBond®-T35 to the underside. A general rule is to apply the wood flooring within 20 to 25 minutes of applying the adhesive under normal temperature and humidity conditions. The SikaBond®-T35 is a moisture curing adhesive and will cure faster in more humid environments - Do not let a skin form on the adhesive prior to applying the wood flooring. The elements can then be joined together using a hammer and an impact block and/or rubber mallet. Many types of wood floors must be tapped from the top. Leave gaps at room perimeters and at any floor wall partition to allow wood flooring to move naturally. The wood floor manufacturer’s laying instructions, as well as standard construction rules, must be observed.
Note: Wood floor manufacturer’s requirements for room humidity levels and environmental control, along with wood flooring acclimatization requirements must be strictly followed.
Do not use on PE, PP, TEFLON, and certain plasticized synthetic materials. Some primers can also negatively influence the bond of SikaBond®-T35 (Carry out prestart trials on unusual substrates and where existing primers remain to assess compatibility and adhesion).
Do not use on wet, contaminated, or friable substrates.