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There are many types of wall covering adhesives, each formulated for various performance characteristics. These characteristics fall in two general categories; how they bond the wall covering to the wall surface and how they apply to the wallcovering which is a major consideration for wall covering installer. Wall covering adhesives are formulated for specific applications. Some adhesives are formulated for lightweight and delicate fabrics while others are designed to adhere heavyweight vinyl and acoustical coverings.

Adhesives vary in level of wet-tack, solids, open-time, strip ability and ease of application. All wall covering adhesives contain a biocide system. These systems are designed to prevent bacterial contamination and mildew/fungal infestation both “in-the-can” and in the dried adhesive. Wall covering adhesives are generally applied on the back of the wall covering either by roller or pasting machine.

There are four main categories of adhesives:

• Prepasted Activators were created to assist in the hanging of prepasted wall coverings by activating the existing adhesive, increasing slip and extending the open-time available (helpful when matching patterns). Using activators is generally considered less messy, minimizes seam splitting and reduces seam lifting.
• Clear Adhesives are either corn or wheat based. They are generally considered to have more open-time and are easier to clean-up than clay-based adhesives. Clear adhesives are designed for both to the retail customer and commercial installer.
• Clay Adhesives like clear adhesives are starched based, but clay is added as a filler to increase the wet-tack and level of solids. Clay adhesives are generally not recommended for retail customers. They are considered to have a higher level of wet-tack and are harder to clean-up than other clear adhesives.
• Vinyl-Over-Vinyl and border adhesives contain synthetic polymers and are specifically formulated to bond to vinyl. In addition to the synthetic polymers, these adhesives may contain some starch and other ingredients to assist in their application. These adhesives require extra attention during application because once they are dried they are permanent. Vinyl-over-vinyl adhesives are specifically designed to hand new wall coverings to existing wall coverings or borders to wall coverings.

Zinsser Professional Border Adhesive: SureGrip Border Adhesive for Wallpapered Surfaces is specially formulated to hang pre-pasted and non-pasted borders over any wallcovering or hard-to-stick surface where superior bonding strength is needed?vinyl, paneling, textured surfaces, glass, concrete block or Formica. One quart of this READY-TO-USE adhesive will hang 8-12 spools of pre-pasted or non-pasted border over wallpaper. Use for hanging pre-pasted or non-pasted borders over wallpaper Great for hard-to-stick surface paneling, textures, concrete block Dries clear, non-staining.

Wm Zinsser, William 2841 Sg127 Wallpaper Adhesive: For use over well adhered vinyl, paneling, and other hard-to-stick surfaces. No priming required. Cures to strong final bond. Gallon hangs 4 to 5 double rolls.

ROMAN ADHESIVES 209402 “BITE” WALLPAPER PRIMER ACRYLIC GAL: “BITE” WALLPAPER PRIMER Prepares painted walls for wallpaper. For all surfaces and wallcoverings. Increases slip for easy matching. Increases performance of adhesive. Dries clear. Resists lifting seams. Can be painted over. Dries in an hour. 100 sq. ft. per qt. Gallon.

Red Devil 878 Wallpaper Seam Repair: The easiest solution for repairing torn or peeling wallpaper. This premium adhesive provides a strong final bond between surface and wallpaper and prevents peeling in high humidity areas such as kitchens and baths. Odorless. Water clean up.

Heavy Duty Clear Strippable Wallcovering Adhesive by SHUR-STIK 785: Hangs all types of wallcovering from lightweight papers to the heaviest vinyls. Strippable - no priming needed for future wallpaper removal. Clear drying. Free flowing ideal for pasting machines.

Vinyl To Vinyl Wallpaper Adhesive by Roman Adhesives: For decorative borders. Applies vinyl, mylar, foils over walls, paneling, formica, etc.. Use over vinyl or glossy paint. No unpleasant odors. Up to 75 sq. ft. per qt.. Applies vinyl, mylar, foils over walls, paneling, formica, etc. Use over vinyl or glossy paint.

Wm Zinsser, William 2656 Prepz Border And Wallpaper Adhesive: his 1 step adhesive revolutionizes the art of hanging pre pasted borders and wallpaper over painted walls and vinyl wallpaper. Eliminates water trays, special adhesives, activators, and the need for sizing in 1 easy step. Just roll it on the back of the wallpaper.

ROMAN ADHESIVES 209867 WALLPAPER PASTE by GOLDEN HARVEST: GOLDEN HARVEST” UNIVERSAL BORDER & WALLPAPER PASTE Self priming adhesive Use with all types of wall covering pasted and non-pasted over all surfaces painted and bare drywall, or existing wall covering, vinyl, paper, textured EZ spread formula covers Water soluble polymers is easy to strip Apply with roller or brush Mold and mildew resistant Non-staining Water cleanup Bottle 16 Oz. W/Applicator Roller Going to universal paste for all applicators.

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