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Contractors Turn to Adhesives to Adapt to ChangingBuilding Materials and Projects
PPG’s LIQUID NAILS® brand adhesives provide dependable, versatile solutions forspecialty and general construction jobs
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA January 20, 2015 – As today’s building materials and projects rapidly evolve, professional contractors continue to depend on construction adhesives for their durable performance, versatility and reliability across a variety of interior and exterior applications.
Recognized for improving the durability and longevity of residential and commercial buildings, construction adhesives offer a time- and cost-saving option for bonding new types of building material and projects while providing better insulation and construction strength overall—ultimately helping to improve the salability of homes and make them more in-demand.
Transformed Building Blocks
One such example of changing building materials is the increased use of oriented strand board (OSB) in all aspects of home building, as well as an increase in the use of cellular polyvinyl chloride (PVC) molding and trim for home exteriors. While some of these materials have begun to take the place of traditional wood and plywood, their varying physical and performance properties have needs that require specialized adhesives with advanced formulationsto get the job done right the
first time.
As a result, Liquid Nails brand adhesives have been reformulated in recent yearsto meet design and strength requirements for these specific types ofmaterials and applications, such as in subfloors, plastic paneling, tileboard, molding, tub/shower surround and more.
Subfloor & Deck Construction Adhesive (LN-902/LNP-902), for instance, adheres to wet and/or frozen lumber and bonds to OSB—which has wax in the formulation—through a strong, durable bond that increases the structural integrity of subfloor systems to prevent squeaking and bridge gaps.Additionally, Tub Surround & Shower Walls Adhesive (LN-715)offersa strong, high-quality alternative to mechanical fastenersfor plastic panels, tileboard and tub/shower surround, while providing low shrinkage and low-solvent formulations to prevent softening or distorting of plastics.
For lasting durability in a wide range of general-purpose applicationsthat endure extremeconditions, the Liquid Nailsbrand offers itsExtreme Heavy Duty Construction Adhesive (LN-907) for excellent adhesion in temperatures from 22º F to 120º F.Offering an enhanced version of the already popular Heavy Duty Construction formula, Liquid Nailsbrand’s extreme adhesiveprovides a bond that is 200 percentstronger than fasteners alone for use with plywood, waferboard, cementboard, particleboard, treated lumber, foamboard, ceiling tiles and most common building materials.
Built-to-Suit Designs
In addition, with the evolution of building projects themselves—including an increase in installation of home theater systems, home offices and a shift to several generations living in one home—has come a higher demand for acoustical sealants that help reduce sound transmission through walls.
In order to address these needs, Liquid NailsAcoustical Sound Sealant (AS-825) has been specifically formulated to help provide sound deadening and reduction in sound transmissionand air draft in all types of wall systems.
Another recent trend in building construction has been the emergence of green building design and accompanying improvements to energy efficiency in homes and businesses alike. These factors have contributed to a rise in the use of items such as Drywall Adhesive (DWP-24), which works to reduce the number of fasteners needed in walls and eliminate nail pops, as well as sealing gaps between wall studs and drywall to help improve energy efficiency.
And as improved exterior landscapes become an even more prevalent specialty application, theLiquid Nailsbrand is launching the new Extreme Landscape Block, Stone & Timber Adhesive (LN-906),which bonds together stone, block and timber into one stable structure that resists shifting and loosening due to seasonal changes. It is ideal for repairs to loose stone, brick or block and is also perfect for gardens and retaining walls, capstones, planters, walkways and steps.
As construction materials and projects continue to evolve, so do the construction adhesives that bond them together.Construction adhesives can offer dependability and versatility for a variety of constructionmaterials and projects, while also helping provide a better appearance and faster application in certain projects.
To learn more about theLiquid Nailsbrand’s full line of high-quality construction adhesives and caulks for virtually any project, visit
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Liquid NailsBrand Adhesive
For more than 45 years, professional contractors and DIYers have relied on the Liquid Nails brand to deliver outstanding long-term durability, adhesion and impact-resistant bonds on a variety of materials and projects.The complete product line includes a broad range of adhesives, caulks, sealants and home repair products with project-specific formulas to tackle the toughest job-site challenges. In the U.S., you can find Liquid Nails products virtually everywhere paint and building materials are sold, and in Canada, they are available at many independent paint dealers. Liquid Nails brand adhesives are products of PPG Architectural Coatings.
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