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DAP Global Inc DAP Beats The Nail All-Purpose Construction Adhesive, 10.3 oz Cartridge, Gray – 25082
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DAP Global Inc DAP Beats The Nail All-Purpose Construction Adhesive, 10.3 oz Cartridge, Gray
DAP Beats The Nail is a high-strength, weatherproof all-purpose construction adhesive in a 10.3 fl-oz cartridge. The gray synthetic rubber paste bonds brick, concrete, drywall, metal, plywood, plaster and more, reducing nails and fasteners by up to 50%. One cartridge is the sell unit; a standard caulking gun is required for application.
Key Features:
- Fewer fasteners: Reduces the need for nails or fasteners by 50% and helps reduce squeaks, nail pops and splitting.
- High-strength bond: Provides a high strength, heat and water resistant, weatherproof bond on a wide variety of building materials.
- Quick-grab formula: Quick-grab paste with a 10 minute work life allows repositioning before the bond sets.
- Broad adhesion: Bonds brick, concrete, ceramic tile, drywall, metal, particleboard, plaster, plywood and wafer board.
- ASTM rated: Exceeds ASTM Specification C 557 for construction adhesives.
- Wide temp range: Service range of -20 to 140 deg F suits interior and exterior jobs.
- Efficient coverage: Covers about 32 ft at a 1/4 in bead or 14 ft at a 3/8 in bead per cartridge.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | DAP Global Inc |
| Manufacturer model | 25082 |
| Sell unit | 1 cartridge, 10.3 fl oz |
| Material | Synthetic rubber base adhesive (paste) |
| Color / finish | Gray |
| Nominal size | 10.3 fl-oz cartridge |
| Coverage per unit | 32 ft at 1/4 in bead; 14 ft at 3/8 in bead |
| Work life | 10 min |
| Drying time | 24 hr |
| Service temperature | -20 to 140 deg F |
| Specific gravity | 1.36 |
| VOC content | 312.8 g/L |
| Standard | Exceeds ASTM C 557 |
| Applicable materials | Brick, concrete, ceramic tile, drywall, metal, particleboard, plaster, plywood, wafer board |
| Intended use | All-purpose construction adhesive for bonding building materials |
Coverage & How Much You Need:
One 10.3 oz cartridge lays approximately 32 ft of bead at 1/4 in or 14 ft at 3/8 in. Estimate your total joint length and divide by these figures to size the job.
Fit and Compatibility:
Works with a standard 10 oz caulking gun and bonds common construction substrates including wood, drywall, concrete, metal and panel products. Not a foam-safe formula; use a foamboard-specific adhesive for foam panels.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is included with my order?
A: One 10.3 fl-oz gray cartridge of DAP Beats The Nail construction adhesive. A caulking gun is sold separately.
Q: How much area does one cartridge cover?
A: About 32 ft of bead at 1/4 in diameter, or 14 ft at 3/8 in diameter.
Q: What materials can I bond with it?
A: It adheres to brick, concrete, ceramic tile, drywall, metal, particleboard, plaster, plywood and wafer board.
Q: Do I still need nails?
A: The manufacturer states 50% fewer fasteners or nails are needed, and the adhesive reduces squeaks, nail pops and splitting.
Q: How long does it take to dry?
A: Allow 24 hours for full drying, with a 10 minute work life for positioning.
Q: Is it suitable outdoors?
A: Yes, it forms a heat and water resistant, weatherproof bond and is rated from -20 to 140 deg F.
Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk
Beats The Nail is a good choice for subfloor, panel and general framing adhesive work where a solvent-based, quick-grab bond is acceptable. Apply a serpentine bead, press panels within the 10 minute work life, and use mechanical fasteners at edges per code. For foam insulation boards, choose a dedicated foamboard adhesive instead, as solvent formulas can burn foam.
Solvent-based and combustible (flash point 26.7 deg C); use in a ventilated area, keep away from ignition sources, and wear gloves and eye protection.
Order DAP Beats The Nail All-Purpose Construction Adhesive today for a high-strength bond that beats nails.
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