Description Product Overview RLA Polymers RLA Carpet Adhesive is a water-based adhesive formulated to provide a strong tacky film for bonding a wide range of carpet types. It is suitable for both direct stick and dual bond installation methods, offering reliable adhesion across residential and commercial flooring applications. The adhesive delivers a quick grab while maintaining sufficient working time, allowing installers to position and adjust floor coverings as required during installation. It is designed to be installer-friendly, with low odour and easy clean-up prior to curing. RLA Polymers RLA Carpet Adhesive is manufactured for consistent performance across a range of carpet backings and underlay systems. Key Features Water-based carpet adhesive Strong tacky film for secure bonding Quick grab with workable open time Suitable for direct stick and dual bond systems Solvent-free with low VOC emissions Low odour and easy clean-up Anti-microbial formulation Green Star compliant and Australian made Applications Direct stick carpet installations Dual bond carpet and underlay systems Hessian-backed carpets Tufted-backed carpets Woven and polypropylene carpet backings Bonding underlays to subfloors and carpets to underlays Notes Apply using appropriate notched trowel (V1, V2, or V3 depending on backing) Install floor covering into wet adhesive film Allow tack to develop in cooler conditions before placement Roll installation with 25–35 kg roller after placement Ensure full adhesive transfer to backing Substrate must be clean, dry, smooth, and sound Minimum subfloor temperature approx. 10°C Avoid heavy traffic for at least 24 hours Technical Information Technical Specifications: Type Water-based carpet adhesive Bond Type Tacky film (wet set) Appearance Cream paste Application Method Notched trowel (V1, V2, V3) Coverage Approx. 2–5 m² per litre depending on trowel Working Time Sufficient for small to large installations Subfloor Temperature Minimum approx. 10°C Traffic Time Light traffic after approx. 24 hours Substrates Prepared concrete and suitable flooring substrates Packaging 15L containers Shelf Life Approx. 12 months (sealed) This adhesive is designed for trade professionals requiring consistent tack, workability, and reliable bonding across a range of carpet installation systems. Its balance of grab and open time makes it suitable for both small-scale and large commercial flooring projects.
