Glue that won't dry in wet weather is a huge headache

I'm seeing more jobs where the adhesive just won't cure properly in damp conditions. Last week, we had a tile install in a bathroom with poor ventilation, and the glue stayed sticky for over two days. This messed up our whole timeline because we couldn't lay the next layer. The product info says it works in high humidity, but that's clearly not true. Now I have to factor in extra drying time for every moist area job. It adds cost and stress for no good reason. We need adhesives that actually do what they promise.

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john1611mo ago

Did you crank up a fan or something to move the air around? I always bring a small heater on damp jobs now... it cuts the dry time in half usually.

robinc251mo ago

Last week's bathroom flood needed a fan and heater running 48 hours... @john161 has the right idea bringing a heater. I won't do a damp job without one now.

the_alex1mo ago

Most glue info says it handles moisture, but real life is different. Is it really that big a deal? We see delays from weather all the time, not just glue. Maybe we trust product claims too much and don't plan for damp days. Using heaters helps, but sometimes waiting is part of the job. Asking for new glue is okay, but the old stuff works if you control the area.