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When you need to secure parquet, solid, or engineered timber flooring to any subfloor, indoors or out, you need a bond that flexes with the timber. MS-608 delivers that combination: high strength with permanent elasticity. It holds the floor down while dampening sound, handling movement, and resisting moisture.
This adhesive solves the challenge of bonding diverse timber flooring to varied subfloors, without compromising on flexibility or acoustic performance. We formulated MS-608 as an odourless, one-part hybrid silyl modified polyether adhesive. It offers high mechanical bond strength, permanent elasticity, and good sound dampening. This ensures a stable, quiet floor that withstands both internal and external environmental changes, without the need for primers on damp surfaces.
Prepare surfaces by ensuring they are clean, dry, and free from contaminants. Apply MS-608 with a trowel, spreading only enough adhesive that you can lay flooring within the 20-30 minute open time. Once applied, slide the parquet into position and tap down firmly. The adhesive skins in approximately 30 minutes. It achieves a 10 mm cure depth in 7 days, though cooler, drier conditions may extend this. For clean-up, use mineral spirit or a cleaning solvent before the adhesive cures. Once cured, removal requires mechanical methods. You can paint MS-608 with water-based paints, but always test first. Be aware that the adhesive's movement capability is greater than most paint films; movement in the joint may cause paint cracking.
MS-608 serves as the critical bonding layer between timber flooring and the subfloor. It is the primary adhesive, applied after subfloor preparation. Its performance is directly tied to a clean, structurally sound subfloor, ensuring optimal adhesion and long-term durability for the flooring system.
Yes, X'traseal MS-608 is suitable for both indoor and outdoor bonding and sealing of parquet flooring. It offers excellent UV and weather resistance, ensuring durability in exposed conditions.
X'traseal MS-608 remains permanently flexible, with an elongation at break of approximately 800%. This high flexibility allows it to handle the natural expansion and contraction of timber flooring without delamination or cracking.
Yes, this adhesive can be applied on damp surfaces, providing a reliable bond. This feature can help maintain project timelines when minor moisture is present, reducing delays.
No, X'traseal MS-608 is not suitable for bonding to PE, PP, PTFE, or plastics containing softeners. Always perform preliminary compatibility tests for any new substrate or coating type.
| Application | Key benefit | Primary trades |
|---|---|---|
| Bonding finger block parquet | Ensures strong, flexible adhesion with a 30-minute open time for accurate placement. | Flooring installers, builders |
| Installing solid and engineered wood (up to 13mm thick) | Provides a flexible bond with 800% elongation, accommodating timber movement and reducing delamination risk. | Flooring contractors, carpenters |
| Adhering larger solid wood (>13mm) and plywood | Delivers high mechanical bond strength (0.90 mPa lap shear) suitable for heavier, larger format timber. | Commercial flooring specialists |
| Bonding parquet on damp subfloors | Allows application on damp surfaces, preventing project delays caused by moisture. | Flooring installers, renovators |
| Indoor and outdoor parquetry installations | Offers UV and weather resistance, ensuring performance and longevity in exposed environments. | Landscapers, outdoor builders |
| Installations requiring sound dampening | Contributes to reduced impact noise, improving acoustic comfort in residential and commercial spaces. | Builders, architects (specifiers) |
Ensure the subfloor is clean, solid, and free from dust, grease, oil, curing agents, or loose materials. Slight dampness is acceptable; do not apply over standing water.
Apply MS-608 directly from sausage or drum using a notched trowel. Recommended notch: 4 x 4 mm for small boards; 6 x 6 mm for engineered or large panels.
Place flooring into wet adhesive and press down firmly. Tap boards into position using a rubber mallet and ensure full contact with adhesive bed.
Allow adhesive to cure undisturbed. Light foot traffic is acceptable after 24 hours under normal conditions. Full strength develops in 5–7 days.
Remove excess adhesive immediately with mineral spirits or an adhesive wipe. Once cured, MS-608 must be trimmed or scraped off mechanically.
Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet (SDS) of this product before handling or using. No specific SDS for X'traseal MS-608 was provided in the supplied documents for this product, so general safety practices should be followed.
Store in unopened packaging in a cool, dry place between +5°C and +30°C. Shelf life is 12 months under these conditions. Excess uncured adhesive can be cleaned with mineral spirits or cleaning solvent. Once cured, removal is mechanical only.
Proper substrate preparation is critical for the bond strength and long-term performance of any flooring installation.
Surface prep: Substrates must be clean, dry, and free from grease. Remove all dirt, oil, detergents, and loose material. For damp surfaces, the adhesive is suitable, but general cleanliness is still required.
Primer: Not required for typical applications. However, due to the variety of coatings and specific subfloor conditions, preliminary compatibility tests are recommended to confirm adhesion and prevent issues.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Curing System | Neutral |
| Smell | Odorless |
| Specific Gravity | 1.70 +/- 0.02 |
| Hardness (Shore A) | 40 |
| Elongation at Break | 800% approx. |
| Tensile at Break | 0.75 mPa |
| Secant Modulus @ 23°C at 100% Elongation | 0.40 mPa |
| Lap Shear Strength (Wood to Wood) | 0.90 mPa |
| Application Temperature | 5°C to 40°C |
| Service Temperature | -40°C to 100°C |
| Skin Time | 30 minutes |
| Cure Depth (7 days) | 10 mm |
Here are some common examples on where X’traseal MS-608 MS Polymer Adhesive used by our customers.
