{"product_id":"classicbond-epdm-contact-adhesive","title":"ClassicBond EPDM Contact Adhesive for Rubber Roofs","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHigh-Strength Bonding Adhesive for EPDM Rubber Roofing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassicBond EPDM Contact Adhesive is a high strength, solvent-based bonding adhesive used wherever maximum grip and long term hold are required when installing the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/classicbond-epdm\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassicBond EPDM rubber roofing system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is specifically designed for perimeters, upstands, angle changes, vertical surfaces and detail areas, where standard water-based adhesive is not suitable. Once bonded, the membrane is held securely in place to resist movement, uplift and temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #333; border-radius: 10px; background: #1a1a1a; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; padding: 16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size: 18px; position: relative; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhat This Adhesive Is Used For \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 16px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-top: 1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassicBond Contact Adhesive is used when installing EPDM rubber roofing on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoof perimeters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpstands and vertical surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAngle changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetail areas where strong initial grab is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the deck adhesive on roofs over 100m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn timber decks, it is typically used:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAround the outer edges of the roof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a 150mm perimeter strip when water-based adhesive is used in the centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn certain non-porous decks or commercial installations over 100m², it may be used to bond the entire roof area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #333; border-radius: 10px; background: #1a1a1a; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; padding: 16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size: 18px; position: relative; list-style: none;\"\u003eWhy Contact Adhesive Matters \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 16px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-top: 1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contact adhesive is what locks the EPDM membrane in place at the most vulnerable parts of the roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed correctly, it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevents membrane lifting at edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResists movement caused by temperature changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides immediate grab once bonded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps ensure the roof stays secure long-term\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a critical component in a correctly installed ClassicBond EPDM rubber roofing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #333; border-radius: 10px; background: #1a1a1a; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; padding: 16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size: 18px; position: relative; list-style: none;\"\u003eSuitable Surfaces \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 16px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-top: 1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassicBond EPDM Contact Adhesive is suitable for bonding EPDM membrane to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimber (OSB3 \/ plywood)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrick and blockwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved insulation boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for use with expanded polystyrene (EPS).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #333; border-radius: 10px; background: #1a1a1a; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; padding: 16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size: 18px; position: relative; list-style: none;\"\u003eHow the Adhesive Is Applied (Simple Overview) \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 16px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-top: 1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply using a short-pile roller or spreader brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a thin, even coat to both surfaces being bonded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the adhesive to become touch dry before bonding (it should be tacky without leaving residue on your fingers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully position the membrane — it cannot be repositioned once bonded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoll firmly to ensure full contact and remove trapped air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonding times vary depending on surface type and conditions, typically between \u003cstrong\u003e2–20 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #333; border-radius: 10px; background: #1a1a1a; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; padding: 16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size: 18px; position: relative; list-style: none;\"\u003eImportant Installation Notes \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 16px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-top: 1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir thoroughly before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure surfaces are clean, dry and dust-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not apply to wet or frosted surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply pressure with a roller after bonding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming can be carried out immediately after bonding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce stuck, the membrane cannot be lifted and repositioned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #333; border-radius: 10px; background: #1a1a1a; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; padding: 16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size: 18px; position: relative; list-style: none;\"\u003eCoverage Rates \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 16px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-top: 1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate coverage when applied to both surfaces:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.0L\u003c\/strong\u003e – covers approx. \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 m²\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5L\u003c\/strong\u003e – covers approx. \u003cstrong\u003e4–5 m²\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5.0L\u003c\/strong\u003e – covers approx. \u003cstrong\u003e7–10 m²\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage may vary depending on surface texture and porosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #333; border-radius: 10px; background: #1a1a1a; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; padding: 16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size: 18px; position: relative; list-style: none;\"\u003eProduct Details \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 16px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-top: 1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e ClassicBond EPDM Contact Adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solvent-based bonding adhesive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polychloroprene rubber \/ phenolic resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTack life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2–20 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2.35–3 m² per litre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelf life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 months (stored between 5°C and 25°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1L, 2.5L, 5L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; border: 1px solid #333; border-radius: 10px; background: #1a1a1a; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; padding: 16px 48px 16px 16px; font-size: 18px; position: relative; list-style: none;\"\u003eA Roofer’s Perspective \u003cspan style=\"position: absolute; right: 16px; top: 50%; transform: translateY(-50%);\"\u003e▸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 16px; border-top: 1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater-based adhesive does the bulk of the work but contact adhesive does the critical work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing contact adhesive correctly at perimeters and details is what stops edge lift, movement and long-term problems. 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