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Coving Adhesive

Coving adhesives are used to secure mouldings where walls meet ceilings or floors, providing a strong, reliable bond for plaster, polystyrene, MDF, and timber profiles. They offer excellent grab strength and filling properties, making them ideal for new installations or refurbishment work. These Bonding and adhesive products are designed to work seamlessly with other fixings and finishing materials across interior spaces. Suitable for professional and DIY use, coving adhesives ensure clean lines and lasting results with minimal shrinkage or mess, ready for painting or further decorative work once cured.

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Tremco SF115 Contact Adhesive | For Rubber and PVC

Tremco SF115 Contact Adhesive

Tremco SF115 Contact Adhesive is a one-part, modified elastomer contact adhesive for use with rubber and PVC. SF115 has been specially developed for contact bonding (two-way stick) of a wide range of floor coverings including: rubber tiles and sheet, vinyl and cork. Also suitable for horizontal and vertical surfaces for bonding rubber/PVC...

Price £52.06 (incl. VAT)
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Illbruck SP050 Fix & Seal Universal Adhesive | For Internal & External Use

Illbruck SP050 Fix & Seal Universal Adhesive

Illbruck SP050 Fix & Seal Universal Adhesive provides a high strength flexible bond in a wide variety of construction and industrial applications. Typical uses include the bonding of skirting boards, battens, slats, door thresholds, acoustic panels (and similar sheet materials), etc. A more environmentally friendly alternative to...

Price £112.21 (incl. VAT)
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Cromar AlphaChem Spray Contact Adhesive | Multi‐Purpose Adhesive

Cromar AlphaChem Spray Contact Adhesive

Cromar AlphaChem Spray Contact Adhesive is a multi‐purpose adhesive that will bond to a wide variety of substrates where a rapid and strong bond is required. For use on many substrates including wood, concrete, carpets, metals, rubber, fabric, tiles, stone, insultation, most plastics, cardboard, paper, foam, cork and polyethylene...

Price £38.05 (incl. VAT)
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Cromar AlphaGrip Solvent Free Adhesive

Cromar AlphaGrip Solvent Free Adhesive

Cromar AlphaGrip is a multi-purpose instant grab adhesive, working on a wide variety of building materials including aluminium, steel, wood, chipboard, plasterboard, tiles, UPVC cladding and building panels. Instant and tough bond on virtually any porous or non‐porous surface.  For Professional use Solvent-free formula - contains no...

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Reliable Coving Adhesives for Ceiling and Floor Trim Installation


Coving adhesives are essential for securing decorative mouldings where walls meet ceilings or floors, supporting both structural bonding and final detailing. These products are suitable for traditional and modern coving profiles, offering gap-filling properties and strong adhesion to a range of substrates. When combined with quality ceiling paint, a seamless finish can be achieved once the adhesive sets, especially on repaired joints or internal corners.

Whether the project involves timber, MDF, polystyrene, or plaster coving, these adhesives support a smooth, durable installation. Solvent-free and low-odour options are available, suitable for occupied spaces and indoor refurbishment projects. Coving adhesives are fully compatible with a wide range of interior paint systems once cured, helping conceal joints and create a continuous finish. Designed for vertical and overhead application, many options provide an initial grab with minimal sag and strong final bond strength.

Coving Adhesive FAQs


Can coving adhesive be painted over?

Yes, once fully cured, most coving adhesives can be painted over with water-based or solvent-based systems, unless stated otherwise.

Is coving adhesive suitable for use in bathrooms or kitchens?

Some adhesives in this category are moisture-resistant and suitable for high-humidity areas - always check the technical data before use.

Do coving adhesives work with both lightweight and heavy coving?

Yes, products are available for both lightweight polystyrene and heavier plaster or timber coving. Product selection depends on the weight and substrate.

What tools are recommended for applying coving adhesive?

Application guns, spreaders, and mitre boxes can help ensure accurate fitting and a clean finish with minimal excess.

Can coving adhesive fill small gaps or uneven joints?

Yes, many options are designed with gap-filling properties to handle minor surface irregularities and create a smoother overall result.