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Adesiv ADECON E3 PLUS - 25Kgs

Original price $251.56 - Original price $251.56
Original price
$251.56 incl. GST
$251.56 - $251.56
Current price $251.56 incl. GST

Overview

ADECON E3 PLUS is a water-based, single-pack wood flooring adhesive made for unvarnished solid timber floors. It sticks strong to concrete and other absorbent bases, including ones with underfloor heating. Goes on easy with a notched trowel, has high grab, and stays slightly flexible once set. Solvent-free and low odour, so it’s safe for indoor jobs and tidy to work with on site.


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Single-Pack Simplicity:
No mixing or fuss. Crack the lid and it’s ready to spread straight from the bucket. Makes it easier when you’re juggling prep, layout, and glue time.

Solid Initial Grab:
Holds timber down firm even before it fully cures, so planks don’t shift or lift as you go. Handy on those warmer days when things move fast.

Safe and Low-Odour:
Water-based and solvent-free, so it’s fine for closed spaces or indoor installs where ventilation’s not flash.

Good with Underfloor Heating:
Stays flexible enough to handle the small shifts that happen when floors warm and cool, keeping the bond steady over time.

Walkable in Two to Three Days:
Quick set means you can move across it in 48–72 hours and start sanding after about ten days. Keeps the job rolling without long waits.

Built for Local Conditions:
Performs well across NZ’s range of temps, from damp Northland mornings to crisp southern winters, without breaking down or losing grip.

Solid Timber Flooring:
Designed for unvarnished solid wood planks, parquet, lamparquet, or narrow strips.

Renovations and New Installs:
Good for both full house refits and small patch jobs. Works tidy in old bungalows or new slabs alike.

Indoor Dry Areas:
Use in lounges, hallways, or bedrooms where the air’s dry and temperature’s steady.

Heated Subfloors:
Can go over absorbent screeds with radiant heating once they’re properly cured, just check the moisture levels first.

Surface Prep:
Make sure the base is dry, solid, and clean; no dust, paint, or old glue. Check moisture with a meter if you’re unsure.

Trowel and Spread:
Use a notched trowel suited to your timber size, spread evenly, and press boards down firm. Don’t skimp on coverage.

Set and Secure:
Keep an 8–10 mm expansion gap around walls. For tongue-and-groove, add a bit of weight on top while it cures.

Curing and Finish:
Walkable after two to three days, sandable after about ten. Don’t rush it, the bond strengthens as it sets.

  • Concrete or cement-based screeds
  • Cement-lime mortars
  • Absorbent concrete floors
  • Chipboard or Masonite panels
  • Fully cured screeds with underfloor heating

Smooth beige or brown paste that spreads cleanly with a trowel and stays workable for around 15–20 minutes at room temp.

Pro Tip

If you’re working on older concrete or dusty screeds, give it a quick sand and vacuum before you start. You’ll get better bite and save yourself from hollow spots later.

Need to check if ADECON E3 PLUS suits your flooring setup? Give the Surtec team a buzz, we’ll help you pick the right adhesive for your timber and substrate.

Single-Pack Simplicity:
No mixing or fuss. Crack the lid and it’s ready to spread straight from the bucket. Makes it easier when you’re juggling prep, layout, and glue time.

Solid Initial Grab:
Holds timber down firm even before it fully cures, so planks don’t shift or lift as you go. Handy on those warmer days when things move fast.

Safe and Low-Odour:
Water-based and solvent-free, so it’s fine for closed spaces or indoor installs where ventilation’s not flash.

Good with Underfloor Heating:
Stays flexible enough to handle the small shifts that happen when floors warm and cool, keeping the bond steady over time.

Walkable in Two to Three Days:
Quick set means you can move across it in 48–72 hours and start sanding after about ten days. Keeps the job rolling without long waits.

Built for Local Conditions:
Performs well across NZ’s range of temps, from damp Northland mornings to crisp southern winters, without breaking down or losing grip.

Solid Timber Flooring:
Designed for unvarnished solid wood planks, parquet, lamparquet, or narrow strips.

Renovations and New Installs:
Good for both full house refits and small patch jobs. Works tidy in old bungalows or new slabs alike.

Indoor Dry Areas:
Use in lounges, hallways, or bedrooms where the air’s dry and temperature’s steady.

Heated Subfloors:
Can go over absorbent screeds with radiant heating once they’re properly cured, just check the moisture levels first.

Surface Prep:
Make sure the base is dry, solid, and clean; no dust, paint, or old glue. Check moisture with a meter if you’re unsure.

Trowel and Spread:
Use a notched trowel suited to your timber size, spread evenly, and press boards down firm. Don’t skimp on coverage.

Set and Secure:
Keep an 8–10 mm expansion gap around walls. For tongue-and-groove, add a bit of weight on top while it cures.

Curing and Finish:
Walkable after two to three days, sandable after about ten. Don’t rush it, the bond strengthens as it sets.

  • Concrete or cement-based screeds
  • Cement-lime mortars
  • Absorbent concrete floors
  • Chipboard or Masonite panels
  • Fully cured screeds with underfloor heating

Smooth beige or brown paste that spreads cleanly with a trowel and stays workable for around 15–20 minutes at room temp.

Pro Tip

If you’re working on older concrete or dusty screeds, give it a quick sand and vacuum before you start. You’ll get better bite and save yourself from hollow spots later.

Need to check if ADECON E3 PLUS suits your flooring setup? Give the Surtec team a buzz, we’ll help you pick the right adhesive for your timber and substrate.

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ADECON E3 PLUS

Water-Based Monocomponent Adhesive for Wood Floors

Product Description:
ADECON E3 PLUS is a single-component vinyl adhesive in water dispersion, specially formulated for bonding unvarnished solid wood floors of any size onto concrete subfloors or other types of absorbent substrates. It delivers excellent performance, is easy to apply, and is solvent-free, making it ideal for indoor use, including installations over underfloor heating systems.

Thanks to its high initial tack and flexible bond, ADECON E3 PLUS is a reliable and professional-grade solution for timber flooring.


Main Features

  • Water-based, solvent-free formulation

  • Monocomponent, ready-to-use—no mixing required

  • High-performance adhesive for unvarnished wood floors

  • Very easy to apply with a notched trowel

  • Suitable for absorbent subfloors with radiant heating

  • Quick setting—walkable after 48–72 hours, sandable after 10 days

  • Environmentally safer and low-odour


Recommended Uses

  • Bonding of unvarnished solid wood flooring, including:

    • Laminated parquet

    • Industrial parquet

    • Lamparquet

    • Narrow wood strips

  • Suitable substrates:

    • Cement-based screeds

    • Cement-lime mortars

    • Absorbent concrete floors

    • Chipboard and Masonite panels

    • Absorbent screeds with underfloor heating (fully cured)


Not Suitable For

  • Non-absorbent subfloors

  • Anhydrite screeds (calcium sulphate)

  • Screeds without an appropriate vapour barrier

  • Subfloors with moisture content above 2% (or 1.7% for heated screeds)

  • Pre-finished parquet

  • Damp or humid environments

  • Areas subject to freezing conditions


Technical Specifications

Property Value
Appearance Beige or Brown Paste
Viscosity (Brookfield at 20°C) 75,000 – 95,000 mPa·s
Coverage (Yield) 900 – 1200 g/m² (with no. 6 notched trowel)
Application Temperature From +10°C to +25°C
Open Time at 20°C 15 – 20 minutes
Ready for Foot Traffic After 48 – 72 hours
Sanding Time After at least 10 days
Storage 12 months (between +5°C and +25°C)
Packaging 10 kg and 25 kg buckets
Tool Cleaning Water (before the product sets)

Surface Preparation

  • Subfloor must be compact, dry, clean, and free from dust, paint, wax, or loose materials.

  • Verify subfloor moisture using a carbide hygrometer:

    • <2% for traditional screeds

    • <1.7% for screeds with underfloor heating

  • Wood moisture content must be between 7% and 11%.

  • A vapour barrier is required if there is a risk of rising damp.

  • For low-porosity or dusty screeds, mechanical sanding and vacuuming are recommended.

  • Weak or dusty surfaces should be treated with K31 primer.


Application Guidelines

  • Allow both adhesive and wood to reach ambient temperature before use.

  • Apply using a notched trowel suited to the size of the wood strips.

  • Press flooring firmly into the adhesive bed to ensure full contact.

  • Maintain an expansion gap of 8–10 mm between flooring and walls.

  • For tongue-and-groove boards, place weights on top to maintain firm contact during curing.

  • Do not glue side joints unless specified by the wood manufacturer.


Disposal

Dispose of any unused product and packaging in accordance with local and national regulations.

 

1. Can I use ADECON E3 PLUS with pre-finished timber flooring?
Nah, it’s made for raw or unvarnished timber only. For pre-finished planks, go for a system that bonds differently and won’t affect the finish.

2. Does it work over underfloor heating?
Yep, sweet as. Just make sure the screed’s fully cured and the moisture content’s right before you spread glue.

3. How long before I can sand or walk on it?
You can walk across it after two to three days, and it’s ready for sanding after about ten. Let it set proper before finishing to avoid shifting boards.

4. What’s the best way to clean tools?
If it’s still wet, water does the trick. Once it’s set, you’ll need to scrape it off, so tidy up as you go.

5. Can I use it on damp or non-absorbent floors?
Nope, it’s only for dry, absorbent subfloors. If the concrete’s damp or sealed, throw down a proper vapour barrier or use a different adhesive system.

At Surtec, we aim to make your experience as seamless as possible. Orders are processed efficiently through our Auckland branches and distributed nationwide via our growing logistics network. For any queries about delivery times, product availability, or returning an item, feel free to get in touch with our team. We're here to help you keep your projects moving.

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