Use and Care Manual

3000
Multipurpose Adhesive
1. PRODUCT NAME
Roberts
®
3000 Multipurpose Flooring Adhesive
2. MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc.
300 Cross Plains Blvd
Dalton, GA 30721
[phone] / [phone]
3. DESCRIPTION
Roberts 3000 Multipurpose is a contract-grade adhesive formulated for the
installation of most types of commercial carpet and felt-backed sheet vinyl.
Formulated with a longer open time for optimal positioning of sheet flooring,
plus develops tack for the installation of rigid-backed carpets.
Features and Benefits
• Optimal open time for positioning felt-back sheet vinyl
• Exhibits good tack for most types of carpet
• Enviro-Friendly – solvent-free and LEED
®
compliant; VOC < 1 g/L,
SCAQMD Rule 1168
• Non-flammable. NFPA Class A and UBC Class 1 fire resistance
ratings (ASTM E84)
• CRI Green Label Plus
®
Certified – GLP #36471
• GoldGuard
®
antimicrobial product protection
• Traffic – Moderate Residential/Light Commercial
Uses
For adhering carpet and felt-back sheet vinyl.
Carpet Backings – Polypropylene (ActionBac
®
), urethane foam (Enhancer
™
),
polyurethane laminate (LifeSpan
®
), sponge-rubber, jute, and latex-foam. For
backings not listed, please contact our Technical Department at [phone].
Coverage and Trowel Options*
1/8" x 1/8" x 1/16"
Flooring: Carpet (polypropylene; woven)
Coverage: 90-110 ft
2
per gallon
1/16" x 1/16" x 3/32"
Flooring: Felt-Back Sheet Vinyl
Coverage: 160-180 ft
2
per gallon
1/16" x 1/16" x 1/16"
Flooring: Felt-Back Sheet Vinyl
Coverage: 170-190 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, oriented strand board (OSB) and terrazzo.
Limitations
• For interior installations only.
• Do not use this adhesive for pure vinyl or 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 90 minutes
VOC:
< 1 g/L
MVER:
5 lbs or less (ASTM F1869) / 80% RH or less (ASTM F2170)
pH:
Must not exceed 9.0
Shelf Life:
1 year in unopened container
Storage:
Protect from freezing. Does not require thinning.
PRIMARY
Roberts Consolidated Industries, Inc. • www.robertsconsolidated.com • A Quality Brand of Q.E.P. Co., Inc.