Use Everbond Melamine PVA Adhesive for: Bonding melamine-faced boards and laminates in furniture and cabinet construction, ensuring a clear, strong, and durable bond.
Everbond Melamine PVA Adhesive is a premium-grade, clear adhesive designed for professional cabinet and furniture construction. Its PVA/EVA formulation provides excellent adhesion specifically for melamine-faced boards, ensuring a strong and reliable bond. The high solids content contributes to its durability, while the clear drying feature maintains the aesthetic appeal of your finished products. This adhesive is ideal for applications where precision and a clean finish are essential, such as kitchen cabinets and custom furniture. With specific open and clamp times, Everbond Melamine PVA Adhesive allows for controlled and effective application, making it a trusted choice for Australian trades.
Key Features of Everbond Melamine PVA Adhesive
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Excellent Adhesion: PVA/EVA formulation ensures a strong bond on melamine-faced boards.
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Clear Drying: Dries transparent, maintaining the aesthetic quality of finished products.
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High Solids Content: Provides a durable and robust bond.
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Controlled Application: Specific open and clamp times for precise and effective bonding.
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Versatile Use: Ideal for furniture construction and bonding laminates.
Technical Overview
Everbond Melamine PVA Adhesive is formulated for optimal performance in bonding melamine-faced boards. Its pH of approximately 4 ensures compatibility with various substrates. The specific open time of around 3 minutes and clamp time of 2-4 hours at 20°C and 65% RH provide a controlled application process. The high solids content ensures a strong and lasting bond, crucial for furniture and cabinet construction.
Chemical Properties: PVA/EVA formulation designed for superior adhesion on melamine-faced boards. Dries clear, maintaining the visual integrity of the bonded materials.
Application Temperature Range: Should not be applied below 10°C (50°F). Ensure ambient and surface temperatures are within the recommended range for optimal bonding. Ideal timber moisture content is 8-10% and relative humidity 60-70%
Application Information
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Required Tools: Squeeze bottle, brush, clamps, and cleaning cloths.
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Trade-Specific Tips: Ensure surfaces are clean and fit together precisely. Apply adhesive evenly to one surface. Use sufficient clamping pressure for optimal bond strength. Clean up uncured adhesive with warm, soapy water.
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Common Issues and Solutions: If the bond is weak, ensure surfaces are properly prepared and clamped for the required time. For uneven application, use a brush or roller for even coverage.
Storage and Shelf Life
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Storage Requirements: Store in cool, dry conditions, out of direct sunlight and in a well-ventilated area. Do not store below 5°C or over 40°C.
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Shelf Life Information: 12 months at 25°C when unopened.
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Temperature Considerations: Avoid extreme temperatures to maintain product integrity.
Certifications
- N/A (General purpose adhesive)
