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LOCK A285 MP™

Contractor Grade Multi-Purpose Adhesive
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Product overview
LOCK A285 MP is an economical, contractor-grade multipurpose adhesive, perfect for light traffic installations in offices, residential spaces, and light commercial areas. This water-based adhesive is ideal for use in occupied buildings due to its low odor, solvent-free formulation, and environmentally safe composition with no hazardous ingredients. LOCK A285 MP also features an antimicrobial system for enhanced resistance to mold and mildew, ensuring a durable and healthy installation environment.
Geographic availability
  • United States
Available sizes
4 gallon pail

Smart Advantages

 
Economical formula 
Solvent free 
Strong bond strength 

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Apr 14 2025
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Bostik to Showcase Tailgate-Themed Booth and Innovative Flooring Solutions at NWFA Expo 2025
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May 14-15, 2025
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27430 Bostik Ct.
Temecula, CA 92590

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Join Bostik during the Preferred Vendor Trade Show at the 2023 Starnet Annual Meeting

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LOCK A285 MP may be used to bond

  • Carpet & Pad (Carpet types include: ActionBac®, Jute back, Enhancer back, Urethane back, Latex Unitary back, Woven back, Axminster, and Needle-punched.)
  • Mineral-Fibrous-Backed Sheet Vinyl

Use Environments 

  • Offices/Light Commercial
  • Residential

LOCK A285 MP may be used over these substrates 

  • Concrete
  • Plywood
  • OSB Underlayment
  • Well-Bonded Vinyl
  • Terrazzo

LEED® Contribution

LOCK A285 MP has a low-VOC formulation and may contribute toward LEED® credits under LEED® v4 Credits IEQ Credit 2.1 and IEQ Credit 2.2. 

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