Evo-Stik Gripfill is a fast-grab, solvent-based construction adhesive that bonds plasterboard, skirting boards, stone, conduit, and metals to most solid building substrates. Reliable grab with no mixing required.
Evo-Stik Gripfill is one of the most widely used gripfill adhesives on UK building sites, and for good reason. It offers strong initial grab and lasting adhesion across a broad range of solid building materials, all from a single 350ml tube that fits a standard skeleton gun. Whether you are fixing skirting boards, securing plasterboard, or bonding electrical conduit to a wall, Gripfill gets the job done without fuss.
The solvent-based formula is what gives Gripfill its characteristic grab speed. Once applied and the surfaces are briefly left to tack, the bond develops quickly, which reduces the need for extended propping or clamping. That matters on a busy site where you want things fixed and moving on. This is the original green Gripfill — the solvented version — which has been a trade standard for decades and remains the preferred choice for many builders and joiners working with dense or porous building materials.
Where Evo-Stik Gripfill Adhesive Gets Used
Gripfill is at home in general construction and joinery work. It performs well on both porous and semi-porous substrates, and the solvent formula gives it a strong affinity for denser materials where water-based adhesives can struggle to get a grip.
The adhesive works across a wide range of applications: fixing skirting boards and architrave, bonding plasterboard to timber or masonry, securing electrical conduit runs, and adhering stone, brick, and block to compatible surfaces. It also bonds ferrous and non-ferrous metals, which makes it useful for fixing metal trim, brackets, and channel sections in situations where mechanical fixings alone are not practical.
A Note on Surface Prep
Like any contact-type construction adhesive, Gripfill gives its best results on clean, sound, dry surfaces. Dusty, wet, or flaking substrates will compromise the bond, and no amount of extra adhesive will compensate for a poorly prepared surface. A quick brush-down takes ten seconds and saves a callback.
Gripfill is applied with a standard skeleton or sausage gun. For most fixing jobs, a continuous bead or a series of dabs at regular intervals is sufficient. Once applied, allow the adhesive to tack off for a short period before bringing the surfaces together with firm pressure. The tack-off time can vary depending on temperature and the absorbency of the substrate, so on cold days or with dense non-porous materials, allow a little longer before joining.
At 350ml per tube and available in boxes of twelve, Gripfill is a practical stock item for merchants and contractors alike. The price point makes it a sensible everyday adhesive rather than something kept back for special occasions — which is exactly how a gripfill adhesive should work. If you need a general-purpose grab adhesive that has a track record stretching back further than most of the people using it, Gripfill is a straightforward choice.
Pro Tip: On cold days below 10°C, warm the Gripfill tube in your van or a bucket of warm water before use — cold solvent adhesives thicken up and lose grab speed, and a warm tube makes a noticeable difference to how the adhesive performs on site.
Evo-Stik Gripfill is used across general construction and joinery for bonding solid building materials. Typical applications include fixing skirting boards, architrave, and coving; securing plasterboard to timber stud or masonry; bonding electrical conduit to walls and ceilings; and adhering natural stone, brick, and block in feature wall or repair work. The adhesive also bonds ferrous and non-ferrous metals, making it suitable for fixing metal trims and light structural sections where drilling and screwing is not desirable.
Best For
Fixing skirting boards and architrave
Bonding plasterboard to masonry or timber
Securing electrical conduit
Adhering stone and brick
Bonding metal trim and sections
Compatible Surfaces
Plasterboard
Timber and MDF
Brick and block
Natural stone
Ferrous metals
Non-ferrous metals
Concrete
Key Properties
Solvent-based formula
Fast initial grab
Strong long-term bond
No mixing required
350ml cartridge, fits standard skeleton gun
Available in boxes of 12
Not suitable for: Gripfill is not suitable for use on polystyrene or expanded foam insulation boards, as the solvent content will dissolve these materials. It is also not recommended for continuous immersion in water or applications requiring a flexible, movement-tolerant joint.
Apply Evo-Stik Gripfill using a standard skeleton gun, cutting the nozzle to give an appropriate bead size for the job. Apply a continuous bead or a series of dabs to one clean, dry surface. Allow the adhesive to tack off for one to two minutes before pressing the surfaces firmly together. On cold days or with non-porous substrates, extend the tack-off time slightly to ensure adequate surface grab before joining.
For heavier components such as skirting boards or stone tiles, prop or temporarily support the bonded piece while the adhesive develops full strength. Avoid disturbing the joint for at least 24 hours where possible. Clean any excess adhesive from surrounding surfaces immediately using a solvent-based cleaner before it cures.
Ensure both surfaces are clean, dry, and free from dust, grease, or loose material before applying adhesive
Load the 350ml Gripfill cartridge into a standard skeleton gun and cut the nozzle at an angle to suit the bead size needed
Apply a continuous bead or evenly spaced dabs of Gripfill to one of the surfaces to be bonded
Allow the adhesive to tack for one to two minutes — longer in cold conditions or on dense non-porous surfaces
Press the surfaces firmly together, applying even pressure across the bonded area
Support or prop heavier components if necessary while the bond develops
Wipe away any excess adhesive immediately with a solvent-based cleaner before it cures
Can Evo-Stik Gripfill be used on polystyrene insulation?
No. Gripfill is a solvent-based adhesive and the solvent content will dissolve polystyrene and expanded foam boards. For bonding insulation boards, use a solvent-free grab adhesive specifically rated as safe for use with polystyrene.
Does Gripfill work on non-porous surfaces like metal or glazed tile?
Gripfill will bond ferrous and non-ferrous metals, but on very smooth non-porous surfaces the initial mechanical key is limited. For best results on non-porous materials, lightly abrade the surface before applying the adhesive and allow a slightly longer tack-off time before pressing the surfaces together.
How long does Evo-Stik Gripfill take to fully cure?
Gripfill develops a working grab within a few minutes of the surfaces being pressed together, but full bond strength typically takes 24 hours at normal room temperature. Cure time will be longer in cold or humid conditions, so avoid loading the joint until it has had adequate time to develop.
Evo-Stik Gripfill is a solvent-based, single-component construction adhesive formulated to bond a wide range of dense and porous building materials. The solvented formula delivers a fast tack and strong cohesive bond without the need for primers on most standard substrates. The product is supplied in a 350ml cartridge compatible with standard skeleton application guns, and is available in trade cases of twelve units.
Brand
Evo-Stik
Product Type
Solvent-Based Construction Adhesive
Size
350ml
Box Quantity
12
Application Method
Skeleton gun
Formula
Solvented (Green)
Substrates
Plasterboard, timber, brick, block, stone, ferrous and non-ferrous metals
Size
350ml
Box Quantity
12
Product Type
Fast Grab Construction Adhesives
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