Schluter-Kerdi consists of a pliable sheet applied waterproof membrane and vapor retarder. It has been designed for the direct application of tile and is ideal for use in tiled showers, bathtub surrounds, residential steam showers, and other tile applications in wet areas.

Are Schluter shower systems worth it?

Great product. It takes a little longer than the traditional mud shower bed and water-proofing methods, but it is worth it. Took my old shower down to the studs and completely rebuilt it with DuraRock and then the Schluter Kerdi Shower Kit and 12×16″ tiles.

Is Schluter system waterproof?





Using the Schluter system creates an entirely waterproof envelope directly behind the tile. It also provides savings for the builder because regular gypsum board can be used throughout the entire home.

What do I need for a Schluter shower?

Materials

  1. Schluter Kerdi membrane (this was enough for a 36″x5′ shower)
  2. Schluter Kerdi shower tray.
  3. Kerdi Drain.
  4. Schluter Kerdi band.
  5. curb (or use 2×4’s wrapped with your backer board choice)
  6. mortar (the ANSI A118.1 kind)
  7. 2″ test plug.
  8. Schluter Kerdi niche (optional)


Is KERDI better than cement board?

Therefore, Kerdi Board has a bit of an advantage over the Cement Board. The Kerdi Board is a tile underlayment that is very lightweight and can even provide some waterproof functionality. As you may remember, the two major flaws of the Cement Board were the fact that this is a heavy material that is not waterproof.

Is Kerdi shower pan sloped?





Kerdi-Shower-T is a prefabricated sloped shower tray with integrated Kerdi waterproofing. It is lightweight and made of expanded polystyrene. The shower tray eliminates the need for a mortar bed making installation quick and easy.

Is Kerdi shower pan waterproof?

Schluter KERDI-SHOWER-T/TS/TT Waterproof Shower Trays



This shower system is fully integrated with KERDI waterproofing and come completely ready-to-tile. Twelve sizes are available, including a neo angle configuration and off-center drain for tub replacements.

Can I use KERDI-BOARD on shower floor?

With the KERDI-SHOWER-TT thin shower tray on a wood subfloor, you can build up the rest of the bathroom floor by installing either a 5/8″ or 3/4″ plywood/OSB panel on top of the wood subfloor along with DITRA or another Schluter®-Systems uncoupling membrane.

How do I waterproof my shower walls?


Quote from Youtube video: So using plywood strips i just rip these down on a table saw just get a cheap piece of plywood osb it doesn't really matter. And cut them down and use them as furring strips to overcome the flange.

Can you put Schluter over drywall?



Yes. Once you install KERDI over the drywall panels, they will be completely protected from the water and vapor in your tiled shower.

Can I use Schluter all set on cement board?

Schluter ALL-SET™ is a mixture of cement, sand, polymer and additives that sets and gains strength through cement hydration and polymer film formation when mixed with water. It is engineered for use with Schluter membranes and boards, including tile installation.

Can I use Schluter all set for Kerdi band?

Schluter ALL-SET® is suitable for use with ceramic, porcelain, and stone tile, including large and heavy tile, in conjunction with Schluter®-Systems’ uncoupling and waterproofing membranes (e.g., DITRA, DITRA-HEAT, KERDI, etc.), the Schluter®-Shower System, and KERDI-BOARD.

Can I use KERDI-BOARD instead of cement board?



It’s a lightweight polystyrene board faced with Kerdi that comes in various thicknesses that you can use in place of drywall or cement board.

Can Kerdi be installed over plywood?

Since thin-set mortar works over almost any substrate, the Kerdi system can be used over drywall, plywood, or the various cement boards mentioned above.

Can you put Kerdi over Hardibacker?

Cut a section of Kerdi off the roll and dry fit it on the hardie. Mark the coverage of the Kerdi on the hardieboard. Thinset to just outside those coverage marks with the flat side of the trowel, then come back and give it a quick comb with the notched side of the trowel. Then hang the sheet.

Can you put KERDI-BOARD directly on studs?

KERDI-BOARD is quick and easy to install as a substrate for tile coverings over wood or metal framing, and can be used vertically as well as horizontally with panel joints on the studs.

Does KERDI-BOARD replace drywall?



Does Kerdi board go over drywall? Yes,Kerdi can be installed on drywall or cement board. However if installed on drywall it is only protecting one side. The back side of the drywall fails and it is just as bad or worse than if it had an issue on the tile side.

What thickness KERDI-BOARD should I use?

Use of KERDI-BOARD on wood or metal framing



Minimum board thickness = 1/2″ (12.5 mm) for studs spaced at 16″ (40.6 cm) o.c.; 3/4″ (19 mm) for studs spaced at 24″ (61.0 cm) o.c. 1.