New Product Glues Down Solid Hardwood

New York, NY, June 10, 2010--Elastilon, a product that allows even solid hardwood to be glued down, is now available in the U.S. and Canada, the company said.

An emission-free membrane with ergonomic, thermal and sound deadening properties, Elastilon allows stick-and-peel installation of 5/16” to 1” solid hardwood. The product has been available in Europe.

The company said Elastilon can be used in any residential or commercial flooring application, including the installation of solid hardwood on above and below grade concrete, eliminating the need for subfloor construction, nails or glue.

With the hardwood, Elastilon creates a floating floor that can be walked on immediately.

Elastilon is simply unrolled to cover all surfaces, leaving expansion room at walls. As the floor is assembled, the plastic backing on the 1/8” thick, high density polyethylene membrane is peeled back and the flooring slipped into position on the adhesive surface.

Adjustments are possible for up to 20 minutes; then Elastilon forms an inseparable bond with the hardwood, the company said. This reportedly creates continuous tension across the boards to prevent the gapping, warping or buckling that can occur with nailed or glued floors.
 
The company said Elastilon accommodates the natural expansion and contraction of hardwood floors due to humidity, so it can be used with all solid hardwood species, both prefinished and unfinished.