White paper: Pressure-sensitive adhesive tape vs. liquid glue for bonding fiber-reinforced panels to interior surfaces
Liquid glue remains the industry standard for bonding fiberglass-reinforced panels (FRP) to interior surfaces in residential and commercial construction. However, this method demands considerable labor, extensive cure cycles and strict environmental controls, often creating inefficiencies and delays.
Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes present a transformative alternative - offering greater ease, speed and versatility - positioning them as the suitable solution for streamlined bonding.
Using original laboratory research conducted by Avery Dennison Performance Tapes, this white paper compares the performance of a PSA tape against two liquid glues that are widely used by professional contractors. The products were compared across multiple parameters that might be encountered on a jobsite.
Key findings:
- The PSA tape had an 80% faster installation time than the liquid glues
- The PSA tape provided a superior immediate bond to the surface (“green strength”)
- The PSA tape outperformed the liquid glues in sub-freezing application temperatures
Download the full white paper featuring PSA versus liquid adhesive comparison results for factors, including: installation speed, cure time, green strength and long-term strength.
