When are rubber tiles or a rubber floor bonded?

In general, rubber tiles or a rubber floor are not glued. However, there are specific situations where gluing is advisable or necessary:

Wedge-shaped ramps, corner and edge tiles:

Tiles with one or two wedge-shaped sides are glued onto a bonded carrier layer. Using a permanently elastic PU adhesive or thick carpet tape, the bonding can be done in such a way that the elements can be removed if needed.

Stair coverings:

When used as a stair covering, the tiles are typically glued onto the existing steps.

Small edge pieces:

Edge pieces that are not securely fixed by a connecting system or an edge frame should be glued at the end side to the adjacent tiles.

Public areas:

In areas prone to vandalism, spot gluing between the tiles or with the substrate is recommended to deter theft and vandalism.

Fixing the corners:

The corners of tiles with concealed zipper connections, which rest on adjacent tiles, can be fixed with 3 to 5 adhesive points a few weeks after installation if required.

Plastic dowels:

For tiles with snap connections, gluing along the tile edges is often advisable to stabilise the bond.

Risk of drifting:

If the tiles are likely to drift due to their small size or usage, bonding between them or with the substrate can be beneficial.

If you are unsure whether gluing is necessary for your project and the products used, please contact the technical advice team.