Size Hardee Backerboard For Wall Tile

Doesn t deteriorate when wet.

Size hardee backerboard for wall tile.

Cement board will also work as a countertop backerboard and underlayment for tile granite and other stone surfaces. Works under interior floors to provide a solid foundation for tile vinyl wood and other flooring. It is made of cement water silica limestone flour and fibers such as kevlar or fiberglass for increased strength. Hardiebacker cement board is made better to install better and perform better.

The industry standard is to use 1 2 inch thick backer board on wall tile installations such as a tub surround. Cement backer board is a mineral based pre fabricated wall unit usually 1 4 inch or 1 2 inch thick and 3 feet by 5 feet long. Tile needs to be installed on a backer board to keep the assembly stiff otherwise the assembly will flex at the grout joints allowing water to seep behind the tile and rot the substructure. Cement backer board comes in two standard thicknesses 1 2 inch and 1 4 inch.

James hardie hardiebacker 1 4 in. Cement based backer board stabilizes the plywood substrate and provides a flat even surface for tile. Cement board is a cement backerboard designed for use with floors and countertops.