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Instarmac UltraFloor Stick-It 542 Carpet & Tile Tackifier

£75.43 (Inc. VAT)
£62.86 (Ex. VAT)
SKU:
INS-SI-542
Availability:
Estimated 2-3 Working Days
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Coverage:
On Porous Floors: 100–150g/sqm
Coverage:
On Impervious Floors: 50–100g/sqm
Instarmac Ultrafloor Stick IT 542 Carpet Tile Tackifier

DESCRIPTION

Instarmac UltraFloor Stick-It 542 Carpet & Tile Tackifier 

Instarmac UltraFloor Stick-It 542 Carpet Tile Tackifier 10kg is a high-performance carpet tile tackifier adhesive designed to create a permanent tacky film for secure installation of modular floorcoverings. This pressure sensitive carpet tile adhesive provides reliable adhesion for carpet tiles, luxury vinyl tiles and other resilient flooring systems while still allowing tiles to be lifted and replaced when required. 

Developed for professional flooring installers, Stick-It 542 forms a strong tacky surface that prevents tile movement, rucking and edge lift while maintaining the flexibility needed for modular flooring maintenance. The adhesive allows individual tiles to be repositioned or replaced without damaging the subfloor, making it ideal for commercial environments where flooring layouts may change. 

The product is suitable for carpet tiles with bitumen, PVC and polymer backings and can also be used for luxury vinyl tiles and resilient floorcoverings. Once applied, the adhesive dries to form a clear tacky film which holds tiles firmly in place while allowing controlled release if necessary. 

Stick-It 542 offers efficient installation performance with quick tack development and excellent coverage rates. It can be applied using a roller, brush or low-pressure spray and is compatible with prepared cementitious subfloors and smoothing compounds. 

For installers seeking a dependable carpet tile release adhesive for modular flooringInstarmac UltraFloor Stick-It 542 provides strong bond performance with the flexibility required for modern commercial flooring systems. 

Features & benefits 

  • Carpet tile tackifier adhesive – Creates permanent tacky film for modular flooring 
  • Pressure sensitive flooring adhesive – Allows tiles to be lifted and replaced when required 
  • Suitable for resilient floorcoverings – Compatible with carpet tiles and vinyl tiles 
  • High slip resistance – Helps prevent tile movement after installation 
  • Low emission formulation – EMICODE EC1 Plus certified 
  • Underfloor heating compatible – Suitable for heated subfloors 
  • Flexible installation method – Can be applied by roller, brush or spray 

Technical specifications 

  • Pack size: 10kg 
  • Type: Acrylic carpet tile tackifier adhesive 
  • Consistency: Low viscosity liquid (white) 
  • Coverage: Impervious subfloors: 50–100g/m² , Porous subfloors: 100–150g/m² 
  • Coverage per unit: Approx. 66–100m² on impervious surfaces, Approx. 66m² on porous surfaces 
  • Application method: Roller, brush or low-pressure spray 
  • Open time: Approx. 30 minutes 
  • Cure time: Approx. 60 minutes 
  • Full cure: Approx. 6 hours 
  • Application temperature: 15–20°C recommended 
  • Relative humidity: 40–80% 
  • Suitable for: Carpet tiles, Vinyl tiles, Luxury vinyl flooring, Modular resilient floorcoverings 
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