Use and Care Manual
2057
VCT Adhesive
1.  PRODUCT NAME
Roberts
®
 2057 VCT Adhesive
2.  MANUFACTURER
Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc.
300 Cross Plains Blvd 
Dalton, GA 30721 
(866) 435-8665 / (706) 277-5294
3.  DESCRIPTION
Roberts 2057 is a premium, clear thin spread adhesive designed for the 
installation of vinyl composition tile (VCT).
Features and Benefits
•  Moisture Control Adhesive – 
Up to 8 lbs MVER (ASTM F1869) / 85% RH (ASTM F2170)
•  Dries clear, allowing chalk lines to remain visible
•  Good residual tack and extended working time
•  Enviro-Friendly – solvent-free and LEED
®
 compliant; VOC < 1 g/L, 
SCAQMD Rule 1168
•  CRI Green Label Plus
®
 Certified – GLP #36471
•  GoldGuard
®
 antimicrobial product protection
•  Traffic – Heavy Residential/Moderate Commercial
Uses
For adhering vinyl composition tile (excluding self-stick), including tile-over-
tile installation.
Coverage and Trowel Options*
1/16" x 1/16" x 3/32"
Flooring: Vinyl Composition Tile (VCT) 
Coverage: 160-180 ft
2
 per gallon
1/16" x 1/16" x 1/16"
Flooring: Vinyl Composition Tile (VCT) 
Coverage: 170-190 ft
2
 per gallon
1/16" x 1/32" x 1/32"
Flooring: Tile-Over-Tile 
Coverage: 220-240 ft
2
 per gallon
*The trowel notches referenced are those typically recommended for the type of 
flooring being installed and are shown as a guide. Consult flooring manufacturer 
for their specific trowel recommendations.
Substrates
Concrete, APA rated plywood, one layer of well bonded, existing VCT (free of 
wax/finish), primed gypcrete (refer to ASTM F2419) and terrazzo.
Limitations
•  For interior installations only.
•  Do not use for luxury vinyl tile (LVT) or plank or solid vinyl backed products.
•  Ensure adequate ventilation during flooring installation.
•  Refer to Safety Data Sheet, www.robertsconsolidated.com, industry 
standards, and manufacturer’s guidelines and specific recommendations 
prior to installation for additional information.
4.  TECHNICAL DATA
Product Type: 
SBR Latex
Color:
Creamy tan
Odor:
Very mild, non-offensive
Open Time: 
Up to 60 minutes
Working Time:
Up to 8–12 hours
VOC:
< 1 g/L
MVER:
8 lbs or less (ASTM F1869) / 85% RH or less (ASTM F2170)
pH:
Must not exceed 10
Shelf Life: 
1 year in unopened container
Storage: 
Protect from freezing. Does not require thinning.
SUPERIOR
Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc. • www.robertsconsolidated.com • A Quality Brand of Q.E.P. Co., Inc.
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