Installation Guide

POWERBOND - CONCRETE & ASPHALT INSTALLATION GUIDE
General Conditions & Surface Prep
Air temperature must be 55°F (10 C) and rising. Surface temperature must be 55°F (10 C) and rising.
In a concrete & asphalt application, all SURFACES MUST BE COMPLETELY DRY, DIRT & DEBRIS FREE. Do not install if rain has
occurred within 24 hours prior to installation, or if rain is expected within 24 hours after installation. Ensure irrigation systems in close
proximity are disabled for at least 24 hours prior to and after installation of mats. Do not apply to surfaces that are deteriorating or in
poor condition. In such conditions a concrete or asphalt patch should be applied to achieve a smooth surface to receive mat.
Maintain a safe working area. Keep barricades or protection assembled around installation areas for the protection of the public and it’s
property until system has dried enough for light foot traffic.
1. Place SSTD PowerBond mat in desired location. If concrete & asphalt or temperatur
es are on the cold side, use a
propane torch to help raise the temperature of the concrete or asphalt. This takes a short amount of time to perform.
2. While standing on the mat to prevent movement, remove half of the paper backing. Roll and press the exposed portion
onto the surface. Next while standing on the newly attached end, remove the remaining paper backing and press and roll
onto the surface.
3. Once in place, walk on entire surface to ensure a secure bond. Use SSTD Hand-Held Roller in vertical and horizontal
pattern (in between the domes, across entire mat) to reinforce the bond to surface. Please see required tool list as noted
below.
4. Once mats are installed and secured, install masking tape around perimeter of mat, leaving 1/4” between tape and
mat. Using SSTD589 Adhesive, brush or float all edges in an upward manner to ensure all edges are encapsulated to
form a beveled edge and a watertight seal. Pull tape away from mat after completely floating one side of SSTD PowerBond
Mat.
Questions on installation or need assistance?
Call, toll free 866-723-3883
Required Tools
SSTD Hand-Held Roller Torch Gloves 2” Masking Tape
Utility Shears 3” Chip Brush Wire Brush