DuPont™ Tile Bond™ Roof Tile Adhesive is a high-performance, one-component polyurethane foam adhesive designed specifically for installing concrete and clay roof tiles. Packaged in easy-to-use disposable canisters or cans, Tile Bond™ eliminates the need for traditional attachment methods such as mortar, nails, clips, or screws. This minimal-expanding adhesive offers exceptional strength, faster application times, and a cleaner, more efficient installation process. Ideal for both new construction and re-roofing projects, it’s engineered to withstand extreme weather—including hurricane zones—while reducing roof weight and labor costs.
Whether used for low, medium, or high-profile tiles, DuPont™ Tile Bond™ delivers long-lasting, code-compliant performance and meets Florida Building Code, Miami-Dade NOA, and Texas Department of Insurance requirements.
Features & Benefits
- Quick & Easy Installation: Apply up to 350 tiles per 23 lb. canister with minimal training.
- Superior Holding Power: High tensile and compressive strength for long-term reliability.
- Restartable Canister System: Allows multiple use cycles, reducing waste and downtime.
- Low Expansion Formula: Won’t lift tiles or damage underlayment.
- Moisture-Cured: Can be applied to damp substrates with no loss in adhesion.
- No Off-Ratio Concerns: No mixing or expensive application tools needed.
- Approved for Hurricane Zones: Meets Miami-Dade, Florida Product Approval, and Texas DOI standards.
- Environmentally Friendly: VOC compliant with 0% ozone depletion potential (13 g/L VOC).
- Excellent Yield: Lowest cost per installed tile among single-component foam adhesives.
- Reusable: Use part of a canister, store the rest for future jobs.
Technical Data
| Property |
Test Method |
Typical Value |
| Compressive Strength |
ASTM D1621 |
14.3 psi (min) |
| Tensile Strength |
ASTM D1623 |
31.2 psi (180°F, 65% RH, 120 days) |
| Water Absorption |
ASTM D2842 |
2.2% by volume (max) |
| Water Vapor Permeance |
ASTM E96 |
3.0 perms (max, 1” thickness) |
| Density |
ASTM D1622 |
1.8 lb/ft³ |
| Closed Cell Content |
ASTM D2856 |
86.3% |
| Shelf Life |
— |
12 months |
| Set Time |
— |
Set tile within 4 minutes of dispensing |
| Cure Time |
— |
Tack-free in 5–15 minutes; fully cured in 4 hours |
Compliance: ASTM E84, E108, D1621, D1622, D1623, D2842, D2856, and E96
Certifications: Florida Building Code FL #717, Miami-Dade NOA #16-0222.01, Texas DOI RC 28
Recommended Applications
DuPont™ Tile Bond™ is ideal for:
- New roof construction
- Re-roofing projects
- Hip and ridge installations
- Valleys and rakes
- Field tile and eave applications
Common Substrates
- Concrete roof tiles (flat, medium, and high profile)
- Clay roof tiles
- Pre-approved underlayments
- Treated wood ridge boards
- Moist concrete or cementitious surfaces
Application Instructions
Preparation
- Surface must be clean, dry or damp, and free of oil, debris, and standing water.
- Ideal application temperature: 70–90°F; Minimum ambient/surface: 50°F and rising.
- Wear gloves, safety glasses, and protective equipment.
- Certified installer required.
Use
- Shake cylinder for 15–20 seconds before use.
- Attach hose assembly and open valve counterclockwise ½ to 1 turn.
- Dispense adhesive in desired pattern.
- Set tile within 4 minutes of application.
- If adhesive becomes tack-free (~15 minutes), do not set tile—reapply instead.
Cleanup & Storage
- Do not clean hose/dispenser with solvent.
- Leave hose pressurized and turn off valve between uses.
- Store upright in a cool area away from direct sunlight (max temp: 120°F).
Disposal
- Ensure cylinder is completely depressurized before disposal.
- Follow all local, state, and federal guidelines for disposal.
