Wasting time or materials during a project can quickly eat into your bottom line. Using the best construction adhesive for each job will help you achieve the desired results and prevent callbacks.
Construction adhesives are specifically designed for use in building and remodeling projects. These products must have essential characteristics such as strong adhesion to common building materials, flexibility, paintability, non-shrinking properties, solvent or water-based formulation, and quick drying.
Before choosing a construction adhesive, identify the project requirements and the specific materials involved. Some adhesives are excellent for bonding porous materials, while others are designed for non-porous surfaces.
Loctite has a wide range of options designed for both general-purpose as well as material-specific applications, including:
- General construction
- Installing mirrors, granite, and marble
- Subfloor and deck installation
- Hanging drywall
- Installing molding and paneling
Continue reading for a list of Loctite’s top construction adhesive options for professionals.
Use the list below to find the right option for each job, considering the specific requirements.
PL Premium MAX is the strongest Loctite construction adhesive. This hybrid adhesive can be used on various construction materials, is repositionable in 20 minutes, and cures within 24 hours. This versatile heavy-duty construction adhesive is designed for general construction, landscaping, and flooring.
A must-have for contractors, this product creates strong, flexible, and durable bonds. Unlike traditional polyurethane adhesives, which shrink over time, affecting bond flexibility and long-term durability, its special formulation ensures it remains 100% solid after it cures.
Loctite PL Premium MAX ensures faster project completion because it can be used in all weather conditions and works well on dry, frozen, and wet surfaces.
The product also maintains jobsite safety thanks to its low VOC composition, which complies with current protocols.
Drywall installation is a significant part of any building construction or renovation job. Creating structurally sound and visually appealing walls is essential to the project outcome. Drywall is a cost-effective solution that, when properly installed, helps speed up construction.
Loctite PL100 Drywall Construction Adhesive is specifically designed for all drywall applications. This fast-drying construction adhesive quickly creates permanent bonds, reducing the need for fasteners and saving project time. It also fills small gaps in framing, creating a seamless bond. The all-weather adhesive stands up well to direct exposure to the elements without fear of bond failure or future callbacks. More importantly, its low VOC formulation means you don’t have to worry about adverse environmental or health effects, even over longer projects.
Mirrors are functional and aesthetic elements in a living space. Proper installation is necessary to ensure functionality, clean aesthetics, prevent damage, and guarantee safety. With Loctite PL MAX Mirror, Marble, and Granite Adhesive, you can properly and safely hang mirrors with a strong and long-lasting bond.
Formulated for use in dry, wet, and humid areas, this high-quality construction adhesive provides enhanced instant grab. It is repositionable within 15 minutes, allowing for perfect placement adjustments every time. The no-burn-through formulation also saves you time and money as it will not damage the silver coating on the back of mirrors, preventing future callbacks.
Installing paneling and molding can be tricky. You must ensure perfect placement and prevent the material from warping or pulling away from the wall. This is where Loctite Power Grab Molding & Paneling excels.
This product is perfect for projects where fasteners and bracing are traditionally used. It reduces the need for both with its zero-second instant grab and high initial tack. Repositionable in 15 minutes, the adhesive ensures you can adjust paneling for the perfect look. It prevents warping and keeps the paneling from pulling away from the wall by creating and maintaining a strong, seamless bond. This product dries white and is easily paintable for a refined professional finish. Any uncured adhesive can be easily cleaned off using water and soap.
Thanks to its low-odor, water-based formulation, Loctite Power Grab Molding & Paneling can be used safely inside residences and schools.
Do you need to create clear and seamless bonds in your construction project? Perhaps you are installing glass and other decorative elements? Loctite Power Grab Ultimate Crystal Clear is exactly what you need. This easy-to-use construction adhesive will help you achieve professional-looking results when working with tile, MDF, plywood, wood, glass, porcelain, marble, and more. It is also a great option when bonding non-porous surfaces.
Its zero-second instant grab eliminates the need for traditional fasteners, saving costs and time. You don’t have to worry about callbacks; the adhesive does not shrink or break after it cures, ensuring lasting results.