Gap Filling Adhesive
GAP FILLING ADHESIVE: High Grip, Fill & Strength
Adiseal gap filling adhesive is a high-performance adhesive that has superior filling capability and extra high bond strength. Compared to solvent-based adhesives like Evo-Stik Gripfill or Bond-It Gripbond, the Adiseal solvent free formula does not shrink, resulting in higher gap fill and stronger adhesive bond strength.
Solvent-based adhesives like Evo-Stick Gripfill and Bond-It Gripbond shrink as the solvents evaporates away during the curing process. This makes the shrinking adhesive pull away from the substrate surface, resulting in lower gap-fill and weaker bond strength. As Adiseal is a solvent free gap filling adhesive, it does not shrink resulting in a better quality adhesive bond. Adiseal has also been shown to be the strongest adhesive in an independent adhesive strength test.
- Why use a gap-filling adhesive?
- What is the best gap-filling adhesive?
- How to use a gap-filling adhesive
- Solvent free gap filling adhesive
- Materials it can can bond
Why use a gap-filling adhesive?
When attempting to stick items together, there may be uneven places where the surfaces of the materials do not closely match. This can leave large gaps, voids, cracks or cavity between the surfaces of the materials. An adhesive that is capable of filling in these gaps, joints, seams, cracks or voids provides a better quality bond than products that can’t fill in these gaps.
What is the best gap-filling adhesive?
Adiseal has been shown to be the strongest adhesive in an independent adhesive strength test by Ultimate Handyman. No other adhesive even came close to matching the remarkable capabilities of Adiseal. To witness the test results firsthand, you can watch the video provided below.
The best gap fill adhesive was Adiseal
“That is actually unbelievable!”
Ultimate Handyman
Testimonials
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- Looks like a cracking product.
- Having used the two most expensive brands on numerous occasions, I’ll be trying out the others, especially the Adiseal.
- Adiseal certainly surprised me in this test!
- Fantastic tests. It’s unbelievable that Adiseal test with the hardwood.
How to use a gap filling adhesive
How to use a gap filling adhesive
- Prepare the surfaces
Ensure the surfaces you plan to bond are clean, dry, and free from dust, grease, or other contaminants.
- Apply the adhesive
Apply the adhesive directly into the gap. Start from one end and work your way along the entire length of the gap, filling it as evenly as possible.
- Press the surfaces together
Immediately after applying the adhesive, bring the surfaces you want to bond together. Apply firm pressure to ensure good contact between the adhesive and the surfaces.
- Secure the bond
If needed, use clamps, tapes, or other means to hold the surfaces in place while the adhesive cures.
- Clean up excess adhesive
Remove any excess adhesive that may have squeezed out from the gap or along the edges.
- Allow for proper curing
Depending on the adhesive, it may take some time for the bond to reach its full strength.
Solvent free gap filling adhesive
Solvent free Adiseal adhesive has numerous advantages over solvent-based adhesives like Gripfill. Solvents can negatively impact gap-filling and bond strength. Adhesives based on solvents cure by the evaporation of solvents, leaving behind less active product between the materials that require bonding. As the adhesive undergoes curing and shrinks, it can potentially detach from the adhered material, leading to a diminished bond strength and reduced ability to fill gaps. Watch the video below showing how solvent-based Gripfill adhesive shrinks as the solvent evaporates away compared to solvent-free Adiseal which does not shrink.
Materials it can can bond
Applications & Benefits
Many other benefits of Adiseal include:
- Works in dry, wet, and even underwater conditions
- Best grab and grip strength
- Waterproof sealant
- Waterproof adhesive
- Resists mould and prevents fungal and bacterial growth
- Fast power grab
- Over paintable (with most paints)
- Non-brittle (stays flexible)
- UV resistant
- Virtually odourless (no harsh smell when applying)
- Isocyanate and solvent-free
- No shrinkage or cracking
- Non-slumping
- Flexible adhesive
- Good resistance to chemicals
- EC1 Plus certified (no VOC)
- ISEGA certified – safe for use in food preparation areas
Colours
Adiseal adhesive and sealant is available in the following colours:
- White adhesive and white sealant
- Black adhesive and black sealant
- Grey adhesive and grey sealant
- Clear adhesive and clear sealant
- Brown adhesive and brown sealant
Adiseal can also be manufactured in any RAL colour.
Solvent-free gap filling grab adhesive
Adiseal is an extra strong solvent-free gap-filling grab adhesive known for its exceptional bonding strength. For even stronger grip, consider Adiseal Hi-Grab adhesive, which has a thicker consistency. Note that a high-quality sealant gun (caulking gun) is needed to dispense it due to its thickness. Adiseal Hi-Grab adhesive can fill even larger gaps than the Adiseal adhesive sealant product.
For most bonding applications, we recommend using Adiseal adhesive sealant over heavy-duty Adiseal Hi-Grab product. Although their final bond strengths are similar, Adiseal Hi-Grab’s thick consistency necessitates higher force to push the materials together. Minimizing the gap can enhance adhesive bond quality.
Where to buy
In the UK, Adiseal products can be purchased from stockists. Please contact us for details of your local stockist. To buy gap filling adhesive in other countries Adiseal products can also be purchased from www.guglue.com
Frequently asked questions about gap filling adhesive
Adiseal adhesive sealant is our adhesive at filling gaps. It was found to be the strongest adhesive in an independent adhesive strength test. Adiseal is solvent-free, ensuring it doesn’t shrink or crack over time, providing a better quality and more durable bond.
A gap filling adhesive is designed to fill and bond gaps between surfaces of materials you are trying to bond. When attempting to bond materials together with an adhesive, sometimes there can be gaps between the material surfaces, especially on uneven shapes. This can lead to weak bonds if the adhesive is not capable of filling in these gaps.
They provide effective bonding and bridging of uneven or irregular surfaces.
They help create a seamless and aesthetically pleasing finish and improve the strength and stability of the bond, even in challenging conditions.
Adiseal adhesive sealant is our best adhesive for filling gaps. It was found to be the strongest adhesive in an independent test. Adiseal is solvent-free, ensuring it doesn’t shrink or crack over time, providing a better quality and more durable bond. When used to fill in gaps, it is also capable of being painted over with most water based paints.
Adiseal is a construction adhesive that also fills gaps. Its solvent-free formula means it does not shrink unlike solvent based products. Once cured, Adiseal can also be painted over with most water based paints.
To fill a large gap with a sealant, cut the nozzle extra large to apply more sealant into the gap. You can overfill it slightly as the sealant will move into any gaps as you try to smooth it.
Suhail Matadar
Suhail Matadar has extensive experience in the construction industry as an electrician, involved in installing, inspecting, and testing electrical systems in various projects. He excelled in sales, working for a major UK wholesaler, selling construction products to professionals and the DIY market. Suhail's background includes working at a leading home emergency repair company dealing with trades people. With a BEng (Hons) degree in Electronic Engineering, Suhail has worked with PLCs in the nuclear fuel manufacturing industry. During his studies, he gained practical experience at a chemical manufacturing company known for producing award-winning cleaning, hygiene, and livestock protection products for over a century. Currently, Suhail runs a global business specialising in supplying, researching, testing, and distributing chemical construction products like adhesives and sealants.