ICON by K-Bond Flowing Adhesive

ICON by K-Bond Flowing Adhesive is a high-adhesion, specialized polymer-blend adhesive designed for natural stone, engineered stone, quartz, ceramics, porcelain, glass and dense surfacing materials.

Its colorless, translucent-clear formulation is well suited for light and white substrates and can be tinted to coordinate with the surrounding material. ICON can be used for bonding, laminating, miters, installation, seams, edge repairs, chip filling and reinforcement with metal or fiberglass rods.

The adhesive uses BPO hardening paste, with a 2% ratio recommended for the best color and cure.

Typical Applications

• Bonding natural and engineered stone
• Bonding quartz, porcelain, ceramics and glass
• Seam assembly
• Mitered edge fabrication
• Stone laminating
• Edge repairs
• Filling chips
• Installing fabricated pieces
• Reinforcement with metal or fiberglass rods
• Interior and exterior applications

Advantages

• Translucent-clear formulation
• Hybrid ultra-adhesive formula
• According to the manufacturer, it is the strongest K-Bond formula
• High adhesion for demanding bonding conditions
• Colorless formulation supports tinting to match substrates
• Suitable for light and white materials
• Improved UV stability
• Designed for use in low- and high-temperature regions
• According to the manufacturer, provides strength comparable to epoxy
• Designed for extended shelf life and color stability in the container

Specifications

• Brand: K-Bond
• Product line: ICON
• Product type: Flowing adhesive
• Adhesive composition: Specialized polymer blend
• Consistency: Paste
• Appearance: Colorless, translucent clear
• Working time: 5 to 7 minutes
• Tack-free time: 15 to 30 minutes
• Machinable time: 20 to 30 minutes
• Usage location: Interior or exterior
• Hardener type: BPO hardening paste
• Recommended hardener ratio for best color and cure: 2%
• Recommended materials: Natural stone, engineered stone, quartz, ceramics, porcelain, glass and dense surfacing materials
• Supplied attribute: Gel is designed to resist sagging on vertical surfaces

Mixing and Application Directions

1. Make sure the stone surfaces are clean, dry and free from foreign substances.
2. Measure the appropriate amount of adhesive and hardener.
3. Carefully combine the components, scraping the sides and bottom of the mixing container to ensure thorough mixing.
4. Do not aggressively stir the product, as this can trap air and cause bubbles.
5. Avoid overworking the product, as this may cause it to become thinner.
6. Do not use the adhesive after gelling has begun.

Safety Precautions

• Use in an area with good ventilation
• Wear protective gloves
• Wear safety glasses
• Consult the Material Safety Data Sheet for additional safety information

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials can ICON Flowing Adhesive bond?

It is designed for natural stone, engineered stone, quartz, ceramics, porcelain, glass and dense surfacing materials.

Can this adhesive be used with light or white materials?

Yes. Its colorless, translucent-clear formulation is well suited for light and white substrates.

Can ICON Flowing Adhesive be tinted?

Yes. The colorless formulation can be tinted to coordinate with the substrate.

Can this product be used outdoors?

Yes. The supplied product information identifies it for interior or exterior use.

What is the working time?

The listed working time is 5 to 7 minutes.

When can the adhesive be machined?

The listed machinable time is 20 to 30 minutes.

How much hardener should be used?

A 2% BPO hardening-paste ratio is recommended for the best color and cure.

Why should the product not be stirred aggressively?

Aggressive stirring can trap air in the adhesive and cause bubbles.

Can the adhesive be used after it begins to gel?

No. Do not use the product after gelling has begun.

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