OSI® Formula #38 (F-38) Metal Framing & Drywall Adhesive VOC compliant
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OSI® Formula #38 (F-38) Metal Framing & Drywall Adhesive VOC compliant OSI® Formula #38 (F-38) Metal Framing & Drywall Adhesive VOC compliant is a high quality, non staining, waterproof adhesive specially developed for bonding drywall to structurally sound surfaces. It provides sufficient open time for the positioning of gypsum panels and will allow up to 50% reduction in the use of mechanical fasteners.
- Low VOC formulation meets stringent State and Federal VOC requirements
- Helps eliminate nail pops and call backs
- High initial grab helps reduce fastener requirements by up to 50-60%
- Provides sufficient open time for the positioning of gypsum panels
- Rapid bond development
- Structural stress is distributed equally providing greater strength and safety in wall and ceiling assembling
- Reduces sound transmission
- Bridges minor framing irregularities
- Unaffected in cold weather use
- Can be extruded in temperatures as low as 1°F (-17°C)
- After cure, bond is flexible enough to allow for structural movement due to settling.
- Waterproof and weatherproof
- 28 fl oz cartridge
- Tan
Mineral spirits or paint thinner
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Recommended for
Formula #38 VOC Metal Framing & Drywall Adhesive is best suited for bonding gypsum board to wood or metal studs, laminating gypsum board to gypsum board and bonding gypsum board to concrete or block walls. It is widely used in new construction of single-family and multi-family homes, manufactured housing, commercial construction and all remodeling, remedial and renovation projects where drywall or gypsum products are installed.
Not Recommended for
- Applications at temperatures lower than 1°F (-17°C) or above 100°F (38°C)
- Prefinished or vinyl covered MDF paneling
- Permanent water immersion
- Polystyrene tub surrounds or foams
- Polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) and acrylic



