Sika Sikaflex®-298: High-Performance Marine Bedding Compound 

Sika Sikaflex®-298 is a slightly thixotropic, one-component polyurethane adhesive and bedding compound designed for demanding marine applications. This versatile adhesive cures upon exposure to atmospheric humidity, delivering durable, flexible, and sound-deadening bonds ideal for leisure marine vessels. 

Key Applications in the Leisure Marine Industry: 

• Teak Deck Bedding: Specially formulated for bedding teak planks onto sub-deck surfaces, ensuring a reliable and watertight installation. 
• Deck Covering Bonding: Suitable for bonding synthetic resin deck coverings, excluding polyethylene and polypropylene. 
• Substrate Versatility: Compatible with GRP, marine plywood, steel, aluminum (with anti-corrosion coating), and stainless steel. 

Sikaflex®-298 features an extended skinning time, making it ideal for applications in high-temperature or high-humidity environments. It is also IMO-certified, ensuring compliance with international maritime safety standards. The compound's sound-deadening properties and elastic behavior further enhance its performance in dynamic marine settings. 

Performance and Technical Specifications: 

• Application Temperature: 10–35°C 
• Consumption: Approximately 1.2 L/m² 
• Shelf Life and Warranty: Sika provides a one-year warranty from the date of installation, guaranteeing the product is free from manufacturing defects and meets technical specifications when used within its 12-month shelf life (stored below 25°C). 

For marine professionals and boat builders, Sikaflex®-298 is the trusted choice for reliable, durable, and easy-to-apply bonding and bedding solutions. Enhance your vessel’s structural integrity and aesthetics with this industry-leading adhesive compound.

Sold in a Box of 20 x 600ml