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product_id: 211136192
title: "3085 Multipurpose Adhesive - 1 Gal. (3.78 L)"
brand: "roberts"
price: "R1448"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Roberts"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/211136192-3085-multipurpose-adhesive-1-gal-3-78-l
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Low VOC & solvent-free Fast-setting formula Bonds multiple surfaces 3085 Multipurpose Adhesive - 1 Gal. (3.78 L)

**Brand:** roberts
**Price:** R1448
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Stick with the best — Roberts 3085, where durability meets eco-smart innovation!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 3085 Multipurpose Adhesive - 1 Gal. (3.78 L) by roberts
- **How much does it cost?** R1448 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- roberts enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted roberts brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rapid Bonding Power:** Sets quickly to save your project time and stress.
- • **Eco-Conscious Formula:** Solvent-free and low VOC for a healthier indoor environment.
- • **Odorless & User-Friendly:** No unpleasant smells, making DIY or commercial use comfortable and clean.
- • **Certified Professional Warranty:** Backed by a 10-year adhesive warranty and lifetime coverage with certified installers.
- • **Versatile Surface Compatibility:** Adheres flawlessly to concrete, plywood, terrazzo, and vinyl tile.

## Overview

Roberts 3085 Multipurpose Adhesive is a high-viscosity, solvent-free SBR latex adhesive designed for fast-setting, long-lasting bonds on carpets, vinyl, cork, and more. Ideal for interior residential and moderate commercial use, it bonds to concrete, plywood, terrazzo, and VCT with a 10-year warranty and low VOC formula, ensuring professional-grade performance with an eco-friendly edge.

## Description

ROBERTS 3085 Adhesive is ideal for installation of commercial and residential carpet, felt-back sheet vinyl and acoustical cork underlayment. It is formulated to bond with concrete, APA-rated plywood, terrazzo and properly prepared VCT. It offers a 2-year shelf life from date of production when stored in original unopened container, a 10-year limited adhesive bond warranty, and a lifetime warranty for installations performed by a Flooring Industry Association Certified Professional. Made in the USA, this is a low VOC, environmentally friendly formulation that is odorless when dry.

Review: fantastic adhesive just what I needed - 10/17/2025 When I received this I rushed to opened it. I had carpet panels on my house stairs some after years some of them became loose from the steps. it was unsightly! The lst draw was when I stumbled over one the step wear the carpet had really start to come loose. I grabbed a spatula, first wiping down the exposed wooden stair so the application of the adhesive would be smooth. I applied an even line( don't overdo it -or it will ooze . I patted the carpet down on the layers adhesive. No smell! 30 minutes later- whoa seamless. I enjoy do it yourself small task and this was great. So now that I know it works with little effort, I got some carpet panel upstairs that could use a "tender loving" care. The quart is great and the top seals pretty. I was comfortable with the price too!
Review: Great adhesive for vinyl floors! - I used this product to install a vinyl floor for a low income family free of charge. Covered the kitchen and laundry room perfectly. Vinyl floor still in great shape since 2022.

## Features

- SBR latex solvent-free adhesive with fast-setting formula to provide a long-lasting bond
- For installation of commercial and residential carpet, felt-back sheet vinyl and acoustical cork underlayment
- Bonds with concrete, APA-rated plywood, terrazzo and properly prepared VCT
- For interior installation only, in residential or moderate commercial traffic

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00L0DG0L4 |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #32,002 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #25 in Flooring Adhesives & Mortars |
| Brand | ROBERTS |
| Color | White |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (763) |
| Date First Available | June 15, 2014 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00075378308515 |
| Included Components | Carpet and Sheet goods |
| Installation Method | Glue Down |
| Item Form | Paste |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Volume | 3.78 Liters |
| Item Weight | 9.86 pounds |
| Item model number | 3085 |
| Manufacturer | Roberts |
| Material | Paste |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Package Information | Can |
| Part Number | 3085-1 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.75 x 7.75 x 7.75 inches |
| Size | 1 Gallon |
| Style | Modern |
| UPC | 075378308515 |
| Unit Count | 128.0 Fluid Ounces |
| Viscosity | High |
| Viscosity Level | High |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** ROBERTS
- **Color:** White
- **Item Form:** Paste
- **Item Package Quantity:** 1
- **Material:** Paste

## Images

![3085 Multipurpose Adhesive - 1 Gal. (3.78 L) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OGjYHpewL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can I use this for Capet tufting backing glue?**
A: This adhesive is specifically warranted for use as a full spread adhesive to concrete or plywood substrate. However, this adhesive has been used with great success to craft tufted carpets.

**Q: Can I apply to back of rug that is peeling?**
A: Thank you for your inquiry. No, 3085 is not recommended for this application technique. However, you may want to consider the ROBERTS 8 oz. Universal Carpet Seam Sealer, which is a solvent-free formula developed for seaming most types of carpet to prevent unraveling and delamination of the backing. It's suitable for the following backings: polypropylene, jute, urethane latex and unitary.

**Q: Will it stick linoleum to osb board? linoleum has soft i think polyurethane base.**
A: I used it to stick linoleum down to some glossy plastic feeling peel and stick tiles that were already on my closet floor.  I do recommend getting on of those rollers to smooth the flooring down, though.

**Q: Will this work to adhere felt back woven vynil to marine grade plywood on a pontoon floor?**
A: I used it to install EVA foam on my open 21 open bow with wood and fiberglass floor and it held pretty well

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ fantastic adhesive just what I needed
*by J***K on October 18, 2025*

10/17/2025 When I received this I rushed to opened it. I had carpet panels on my house stairs some after years some of them became loose from the steps. it was unsightly! The lst draw was when I stumbled over one the step wear the carpet had really start to come loose. I grabbed a spatula, first wiping down the exposed wooden stair so the application of the adhesive would be smooth. I applied an even line( don't overdo it -or it will ooze . I patted the carpet down on the layers adhesive. No smell! 30 minutes later- whoa seamless. I enjoy do it yourself small task and this was great. So now that I know it works with little effort, I got some carpet panel upstairs that could use a "tender loving" care. The quart is great and the top seals pretty. I was comfortable with the price too!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great adhesive for vinyl floors!
*by V***N on November 5, 2025*

I used this product to install a vinyl floor for a low income family free of charge. Covered the kitchen and laundry room perfectly. Vinyl floor still in great shape since 2022.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Covered 92 sq.feet area out of a can.
*by B***K on January 26, 2026*

Quality of adhesive is quite good. The floor was ready to lay linoleum in 30 minutes after applying a thin layer of adhesive. Suggest if they give a plastic or wooden applicator with the adhesive can. With a can I covered 92 sq. feet. area.

## Frequently Bought Together

- ROBERTS 3085 Multipurpose Adhesive - 1 Gal. (3.78 L)
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- DABLINE 80" x 80" Non Slip Rug Pad for Tufting and Rug Making, Thick and Grippy Backing Fabric

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-01*