Specification

Roberts
®
2001 is a superior, commercial grade, felt-back sheet vinyl
adhesive. This adhesive was developed with the optimum open time
and working time for the positioning of felt-back sheet vinyl flooring.
Features:
• Developed specifically for felt-back sheet vinyl
• Medium to heavy traffic areas
• Optimal positioning time
Enviro Friendly:
• Solvent free • Zero VOCs (calculated)
Roberts 2001 is a solvent free adhesive and meets the strict
requirements of the South Coast Air Quality Management District and
may contribute one LEED point for “Low-Emitting Material–Adhesive
and Sealant” (IEQ Credit 4.1). This product may also contribute one to
two LEED points for MR Credit 5 if product is manufactured within
500 miles of the project site. Visit usgbc.org for additional details.
Roberts 2001 is protected by GoldGuard
®
, an antimicrobial protection
system that inhibits the growth of mold, mildew and odor causing
bacteria in both wet and dry adhesive.
Uses: For adhering mineral fibrous felt-backed sheet vinyl.
For interior installations only. Do not use this adhesive for pure/luxury
vinyl or vinyl-backed products.
Substrates: Concrete, APA rated plywood and terrazzo.
Surface Preparation: Subfloors must be
structurally sound, dry, smooth, flat, level and
free of excess moisture/alkali and all
substances (oil, wax, grease, paint, oil based
sealers, etc.) that might interfere with the
performance of the flooring or its installation.
Ensure the appropriate flatness/ smoothness to
prevent “show through” (telegraphing).
All substrate cracks, holes, high spots and
irregularities must be adequately repaired to
ensure a smooth, finished appearance to
prevent show through and accelerated wear.
Patching compounds must be suitable for the
use application, polymer-fortified and applied
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Expansion or other moving joints must not be
filled or covered with flooring. Refer to ASTM
F710 Standard Practice for Preparing
Concrete Floors.
2001
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SUPERIOR
Felt-Back Sheet Vinyl
Adhesive
Wood – Subflooring, such as APA grade plywood, hardwood or
other materials, must be underlayment grade and installed to the
manufacturer’s specifications with adequate ventilation and moisture
protection. Ensure wood substrates have a minimum 18 in. crawl space
with adequate ventilation and moisture barrier protection. Cracks,
chips and joints must be properly patched or repaired. Refer to
ASTM F1482 Standard Practice for Installation and Preparation of
Panel Type Underlayments to Receive Resilient Flooring.
General: Ensure substrate, flooring material and adhesive are fully
acclimated prior to installation at the same temperature and humidity
level expected during normal use (between 65–95°F) with a relative
humidity (RH) of no greater than 65%. Refer to flooring manufacturer’s
specific recommendations and industry standards.
Materials and area temperature must be between 65–95°F with a
maximum RH of 65% for 48 hours before and during installation as well
as for 72 hours afterward. Large temperature or humidity increases or
decreases can affect the flooring and performance of the installation.
Ensure adequate ventilation during flooring installation.
Physical Characteristics (70°F, RH 50%):
Permanent Installation Open Time: Up to 25 minutes
Working Time: Up to 45 minutes
Shelf Life: One year in unopened container
Product Type: SBR Latex
Moisture Vapor Emissions: 5 lbs. or less (ASTM F1869) /
80% or less (ASTM F2170)
pH must not exceed 9.0
Protect from freezing
Application and Installation:
Spread adhesive uniformly. Adhesive
ridges should be of sufficient height to achieve full coverage of the
substrate and the back of the flooring material.
Place flooring into the adhesive while the adhesive is still fresh. The
amount of time in which you have time to place the flooring will vary
with temperature and humidity. The higher the temperature and the
lower the humidity the faster the adhesive will set.
Lift a corner periodically to see if the adhesive is transferring 100% to
the back of the flooring. If the adhesive is not transferring to the
backing; remove adhesive and reapply.
After Installation – Restrict foot traffic
and moving of heavy objects for 24 to
48 hours to allow adhesive to cure
properly. Premature traffic can cause
installation failure.
Clean Up: Fresh adhesive – warm
soapy water. Dried adhesive – use
mineral spirits sparingly with a clean,
white cotton cloth. DO NOT POUR
CLEANER DIRECTLY ONTO FLOORING.
Refer to material safety data sheet,
www.robertsconsolidated.com and
industry standards prior to
installation for additional
information. For installation
questions that are not covered
please contact our Technical
Services Department at
[phone].
Limited Warranty: Buyer assumes
all risk of use, handling and storage of
product not in strict accordance with
the label, printed literature and industry standards.
This limited
warranty excludes all other express or implied warranties
including the warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular use or purpose.
Any implied warranties arising by
operation of law are limited to one year. Roberts will not be liable for
any incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow
these limitations or exclusions, therefore they may not apply. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state.
Available Sizes:
Felt-Back Sheet Vinyl
Felt-Back Sheet Vinyl
1/16 in. x 1/16 in. x 3/32 in.
160–180 sq. ft.
per gallon
170–190 sq. ft.
per gallon
1/16 in. x 1/16 in. x 1/16 in.
The trowel notches referenced are those typically recommended for the type of flooring being installed. They
are normally the minimum size recommended. Surface conditions (roughness and porosity of substrate), type
of flooring and backing will ultimately determine the required trowel notch size and coverage.
Flooring manufacturer’s products differ in characteristics and textures. Always check with the specific
flooring manufacturer’s recommendations for their specific trowel requirements. Less porous substrates
typically require a smaller notched trowel and longer open time than porous substrates. Ensure 100%
transfer of adhesive to the substrate and the flooring backing.
FLOORING TYPE TROWEL SIZE ROBERTS ITEM # COVERAGE
10-810 / 10-823
10125
49736 / 10121-12
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