How do you transition from Hardibacker to drywall?
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Quote from Youtube video: I would apply thinset and alkali resistant mesh tape then tile over the seams onto the drywall.
Does backer board go over shower flange?
The backer board should overlap the tub flange so the tile has a stable backing to attach to. This requires shimming the backer board out from the studs so the wall is plumb. There should be a 1/4″ gap between the tub ledge and the backer board.
How do you transition from drywall to tile backer?
Drywall and Cement Board Transitions
You want the joint to be able to stand up to moisture, so you should use fiberglass tape instead of paper, and you should apply at least one coat of mortar. However, mortar is too coarse to finish the drywall side of the transition.
How close should cement board be to shower pan?
Wallboard needs to have an expansion joint of 1/8 inch around the perimeter of the shower and between each board. This is to allow for movement of the studs. The wallboard must be installed 1/8 inch above the shower pan.
How do you transition from tile to drywall in a shower?
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Quote from Youtube video: So there's a couple ways to waterproof. This you can either use sheet membrane. Like this rss sheet membrane or kerdi. And you would just cover the transition. Like so up to the black sharpie.
How do you finish joint between cement board and drywall?
For best results getting a good finish between cement board and drywall, use a setting-type joint compound. This product produces a better finish over mesh tape than all-purpose joint compound. Apply 2–3 coats of joint compound to the seam between wall boards. Wait at least 24 hours between coats of joint compound.
How do you finish the edge of a tub surround?
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Quote from Youtube video: There's wood it really is as simple as that i just simply measured from the drywall. Down to the frame measured it and cut the piece of drywall and stuck it in there um and just cut nice pieces.
Does backer board go over tub lip?
The best approach when installing cement board or other tile backer around a tub is to keep the cement board out of the lip area. Apply it to the wall with the bottom edge about 1/4 in. above the lip of the tub. Then apply a generous amount of thin-set to the bottom bathtub tile and position it 1/8 in.
How long after backer board can I tile?
24 to 48 hours
Although it’s tempting to start tiling the floor, let the mortar fully set and dry first. Wait 24 to 48 hours before tiling. The drying time is important for a strong hold.
Is a vapor barrier necessary behind cement board?
If it’s a cement board, you need a vapor barrier, because cement retains moisture, which means the wood next to it is always damp. It does retain moisture, but the advice given by others here is to move the waterproofing between the tile and cement board with products like Redguard or Ditra.
How far up the wall should a shower pan liner go?
The pan liner should finish a minimum of 6 inches above the framed or (roughed-in) curb height. This height allows for the application of concrete base and finishes to be applied.
Do you drywall over shower flange?
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Quote from Youtube video: Like you and you and hope that's the case of mine. Over here where I've already started the existing sheetrock was probably a half-inch the face of this sheetrock a half-inch in front of the flange.
What should I put between drywall and tile?
The best product to use under tile in wet areas is cement board. This is similar to drywall in that it comes in sheets, but cement board will not develop mold or deteriorate when exposed to water.
Does backer board go over drywall?
While it might sound like a good idea to install cement backer board over drywall before tiling the shower, the reality is that the drywall should be removed beforehand in most instances.
Do you tape and mud cement board?
If you are going to tile over the cement board, you should tape the seams. This should not be that difficult. Pack in thinset, lay on the tape, and flat-knife to get it set in. In the corners, use a corner knife.
How do you seal concrete board seams in the shower?
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Quote from Youtube video: I recommend that you get cement or tape mainly because it sticks to cement board better.
Should I wet Hardibacker before tiling?
Wipe the surface of HardieBacker® cement board clean with a damp sponge just prior to adding mastic or mortar. This 2006 forum discussion also seems to anecdotally back up that wetting HardieBacker first is a known “must do”: Hardi is thirsty, thirsty, thirsty.
How do you finish cement board seams?
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Quote from Youtube video: The tape half on one side of the joint. Half on the other side. And it you know for the most part these tapes are sticky. So they will adhere to the joint.
How do you cover joints on cement board?
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Quote from Youtube video: One of these corner trials it works very well to reinforce the joints perma based recommends using their 2-inch perma base mesh tape.
Do you have to tape seams on Hardibacker?
For tile backer boards such as Durock, Wonderboard, Hardiebacker, Permabase, and others the seams between the board need to be treated with 2-inch alkali-resistant mesh tape. Then a coat of thinset gets flat troweled over the seam. What this does is tie the two boards together and help prevent flexing.
