VCT Adhesive (Henry or Armstrong) and which type

[icnsltmfg]

Which mfg do you guys prefer? They both sound about the same in the descriptions. Any particular variation for each brand.

Also I am getting different opinions regarding the need to roll the tiles. Do you or not?

 

[mpraddict]

I would use the adhesive recommended by your tile manufacturer

 

[Itzkwik]

I've had good luck with the Armstrong S-750. Not very impressed with the Henry product. And yes, the roller is a good idea.

 

[thrytis]

I used Henry 430. It was a little cheaper, but i think the main reason is the Henry stated that it was okay maintaining at lower temperature than the S-750. I can't find a reference right now though. My tiles have stuck fine so far (since March). I did get adhesive oozing up from the between the tiles, which i'm guessing is due to condensation as it is only happening when the dew point in my garage is around 65 degrees. Probably anything but epoxy would have that issue though.

I would definitely use a roller.

 

[Jason B]

I've had good luck with the Armstrong S-750. Not very impressed with the Henry product. And yes, the roller is a good idea.

I just did my garage and used the S-750 and kept it all in the same Armstrong faimly. This stuff sticks like no tomorrow! I put one tile in upside down and tried to remove it a few hours later and that thing was like an elephant to get out!

 

[icnsltmfg]

Called up Armstrong Tech line...they were great...Suggested I use the S-515 and DO NOT ROLL. The Excelon should never be rolled. They suggested the S-515 due to thin spread required, short open time, and 24 hrs to set in, and the clear finish to see the chalk line with.