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WELCOME TO TAYLOR ADHESIVES

With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for innovation and technical expertise, Taylor is one of the most trusted brands in the flooring industry. We evolved from a carpet installation adhesive company into a leading provider of innovative adhesives, coatings and specialty installation products. What truly defines us, however, is our unwavering focus on our customers’ success.

A new chapter with Avery Dennison

In 2025, Taylor joined Avery Dennison, a global leader in materials science. The partnership opens a host of new opportunities for Taylor, our partners and our customers.

We will continue to deliver the high-quality products,  problem-solving solutions and reliable services you have come to expect from us. Joining Avery Dennison reinforces our commitment to sustainability, innovation and meeting the evolving needs of the flooring industry.

Being part of Avery Dennison gives us access to world-class materials science resources, global reach and advanced manufacturing capabilities. This will enhance our ability to serve you. We remain dedicated to providing the trusted solutions you rely on while exploring new ways to innovate together.

What makes Taylor an industry leader

Taylor’s top priority is our customers’ success — it’s what has positioned us as an industry leader and fuels our growth. Everything we do is built around serving you in ways that make your business more efficient and competitive.

We offer a range of services tailored for our private label partners, many of which are also available to our distribution network.

Who we are

  • A trusted flooring industry leader for over four decades
  • Pioneers in adhesive and coating technologies
  • A business that embraces sustainability and innovation at every step
  • Voted “Favorite Adhesive Supplier” for the last two years in the Floor Focus annual survey.

How we approach business

  • Partner-focused, collaborative mindset
  • Transparent and proactive communication
  • Strong dedication to training and education

Manufacturing & distribution

  • Facilities
    • Strategically located manufacturing plants in California, Georgia and Texas
    • State-of-the-art headquarters and training center in Dalton, Ga.
  • Distribution options
    • Warehouse network, including Canadian and U.S. facilities
    • Flexible programs to ensure timely and efficient product access

Research, innovation, and technical expertise

  • R&D
    • Continuous product innovation and development
    • Quality control and certifications to uphold the industry’s highest standards
    • Sustainability-driven advancements
  • Technical expertise
    • Product and application testing
    • Comprehensive training and troubleshooting support
    • Multilingual assistance (English/Spanish)

Taylor’s integration into Avery Dennison represents the next step in our evolution. Together, we are delivering unmatched value to the flooring industry through innovation, sustainability and customer-centric solutions.

Thank you for being part of our story. We look forward to growing and innovating alongside you as we launch into this exciting new chapter with Avery Dennison. Visit the Avery Dennison website to learn more.

Our Steps of
Innovation

1977
Wally Taylor started W.F. Taylor as a carpet adhesive supplier
1989
Launched Envirotec Healthguard adhesive technology
1989
Developed the first solvent-free flooring adhesive in the U.S.
1991
First flooring adhesive certified by CRI Green Label Plus®
1995
Chosen by the EPA as the exclusive adhesive for their new headquarters building
2001
Introduced Meta-Tec technology with a superior cross-linking system, achieving high-sheer strength and a waterproof bond
2006
Launched MS Plus with Meta-Tec for safer and easier wood installations - solvent and isocyanate free
2007
First flooring adhesive certified by Greenguard®
2008
Earned USDA BioPreferred® certification
2008
Introduced MS Plus Advance, the most innovative wood flooring adhesive with moisture and sound control
2013
First flooring adhesive certified by FloorScore®
2014
First flooring adhesive certified by Cradle to Cradle™
2016
Introduced Sahara®, our first moisture mitigation coating for concrete
Relocated our headquarters to Dalton, GA
2017
Launched our Signature Line® product collection
Opened our Taylor Technology & Training Center (T3C) in Dalton, GA to support customers and installers
2018
TAYLOR joined Meridian Adhesives Group and established their Flooring Division
2019
First flooring adhesive listed in the mindful MATERIALS library
Polycom joined TAYLOR as part of the Flooring Division
2020
Became the exclusive adhesive supplier of CFI
Launched TAYLOR TIME, our branded training and education platform
2021
Introduced our Essentials Line, and color-coded labels with Spanish and French translations
Frontier joined TAYLOR as part of the Flooring Division
2022
Introduced Gravity™, the industry's first anti-skid coating for loose lay installations
Introduced Elevate™, our first wall adhesive
2025
Introduced Terrain™, a high-performance adhesive engineered specifically for artificial turf and outdoor carpet applications.
Debut of 30% Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) pails, a significant milestone in Taylor's ongoing commitment to sustainable practices.
2025
Acquired by Avery Dennison - joined the Materials Group
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