01/11/2006, Avon, OH

 

Loctite® Power Grab® Tub Surrounds Construction Adhesive Couples High Bonding Power

DIYers and remodelers now have a construction adhesive for installing tub surrounds that offers superior bonding performance and eliminates many user frustrations. New Loctite® Power Grab® Tub Surrounds construction adhesive provides exceptional end bond strength in a low odor, water-based formulation that is environmentally-friendly and meets all stringent VOC regulations.
DIYers and remodelers now have a construction adhesive for installing tub surrounds that offers superior bonding performance and eliminates many user frustrations. New Loctite® Power Grab® Tub Surrounds construction adhesive provides exceptional end bond strength in a low odor, water-based formulation that is environmentally-friendly and meets all stringent VOC regulations. It also has three times higher initial tack than the leading brand and is compatible with a variety of substrates when adhering all types of surrounds!

Loctite® Power Grab® Tub Surrounds' specialized latex formula will not etch or damage tub surround material, which can occur when using traditional solvent-based products. The result is no environmental stress cracking and no damage to the tub surround plastic. This advanced construction adhesive is repositionable for up to fifteen minutes after application and formula is suitable for bonding to surfaces such as green drywall, exterior grade plywood, DenShield plywood, well sanded Barker Tile and ceramic tile.

Additionally, there is less mess and less hassle when using Loctite® Power Grab® Tub Surrounds compared to traditional solvent-based tub surround adhesives because it cleans up easily with warm soap and water, and releases minimal fumes and odor, meaning no venting is required.It is also paintable. It is available in 300mL gunnable cartridges for a suggested retail price of $4.49. Loctite® Power Grab® Tub Surrounds construction adhesive is available at Lowe's. For more information on Loctite brand products, call 1-800-321-0253 or visit the Web site at www.loctiteproducts.com.

The Loctite brand offers a full range of premium-grade adhesives, from super glues to construction adhesives, to meet the needs of consumers and professionals. For more than 50 years, the brand has been solving projects with advanced, high-performance adhesive formulas and innovative dispensing systems.

Loctite® consumer and craftsman products are developed and marketed in North America by Henkel Consumer Adhesives, Inc., a leader in adhesives, sealants and consumer products and a member of the Henkel Group. Headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, Henkel employs more than 50,000 people worldwide in three strategic business areas - Home Care, Personal Care, and Adhesives, Sealants and Surface Treatment. In 2004, Henkel reported sales of 10.592 billion euros.