Key Takeaways:
High-strength adhesives securely fix skirting boards, trims, cornices, and mouldings.
Construction and hybrid adhesives bridge minor wall irregularities and hold trims in place quickly.
Our range includes Strong As Nails and T-Rex products for fast interior fit-outs.
Seal the top edge with a paintable gap filler for a clean final finish.
Installing Skirting Boards and Decorative Fixtures
Installing skirting boards and decorative mouldings calls for a strong initial grab and clean application. You need an adhesive that bridges minor irregularities in the wall or trim. Our range includes construction adhesives and hybrid polymers that hold trims in place quickly. They develop a durable long-term bond so your fixtures never drop.
For fast interior fit-out work, you have reliable options depending on the weight of the fixture and your required speed. Strong As Nails Super Grab delivers massive initial hold for heavy timber skirting. Strong As Nails Fix It provides excellent gap-filling properties to achieve flush installations on uneven plasterboard.
Choose an SMX hybrid polymer when you need extreme strength and flexibility. T-Rex Power offers incredibly high tack to hold heavy architectural mouldings without mechanical fixings. If you want to speed up your workflow, T-Rex Turbo provides rapid strength build-up. You can finish the job faster and move to the next room.
How To Apply Adhesive
Apply the adhesive in beads or a continuous zig-zag pattern. This achieves even coverage and allows the product to wet out properly across the back of the trim. Press the fixture firmly into place to activate the grab and ensure full contact with the substrate.
For a neat final finish, you must seal the top edge or small gaps. Run a bead of Pro Gaps Fill & Paint along the wall line. This paintable gap filler hides the shadows and leaves a perfect surface for your decorators.
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FAQs
Do I need to use nails as well as adhesive?
You don’t need nails if you use a high-tack product like T-Rex Power. The adhesive grabs the board instantly and holds it against the wall while it cures. You might need a few temporary finishing nails only if the wall is severely bowed.
Can I glue skirting boards to painted walls?
Yes. Adhesives like Strong As Nails Super Grab bond well to painted surfaces. You must ensure the existing paint is sound and not flaking off the plasterboard. Lightly sanding the painted area first improves the mechanical grip.
How long does skirting board adhesive take to dry?
Standard construction adhesives take 24 to 48 hours to reach full strength. If you use a rapid-curing product like T-Rex Turbo, it develops massive strength in just 20 minutes. Always check the cartridge label for specific curing times.
What is the best way to hide the join between two boards?
Cut your boards at a 45-degree angle where they meet along a straight wall. Apply a small amount of adhesive to the angled cut before you press them together. Wipe away the squeeze-out and sand the joint lightly once it dries for an invisible seam.