What is better KERDI-BOARD or cement board?
Cement Board can withstand a certain amount of water. This is why when you look at Cement Board, it is considered to be water-resistant yet not waterproof. Kerdi Board, however, does really well with water and it can handle getting quite wet. Many people will even use Kerdi Board when they are doing waterproofing.
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.
Is Schluter KERDI-BOARD 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.
What is the best backer board to use in a shower?
Cement board is a good, reliable backer board that works well on both floors and walls. Keep in mind that most tile setters err on the side of caution and brush a waterproofing membrane on top of cement board when it is in wet areas like showers or tub surrounds.
Why is Kerdi board not available?
We are dealing with a raw material shortage as a result of COVID, and we are unable to source part of the materials required for our Kerdi-Board production.
What can I use instead of a Kerdi board?
Profoil is a cheaper alternative to Schluter Kerdi without sacrificing quality. It’s applied the same as Kerdi with both in and out corners available.
Can Kerdi be installed over drywall?
So, is Kerdi safe to use on drywall? Yes! In fact, it’s advised to use this product on drywall in your bathroom before laying tile and other materials. Without a waterproof membrane like Kerdi, water and moisture can seep through grout, tile and other materials and end up damaging wood studs and subfloor.
Does Kerdi-board need a backer?
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Do I need cement board for shower walls?
Shower walls must be backed with a waterproof backing board. Drywall is not an acceptable backer board. Even moisture-resistant drywall (green or blue varieties) will not hold up in showers. Use a true cement backer board, or try a shower backer board kit like this one.
What is the best board to tile on?
Cement backer board
Cement backer board (also called cement board), is probably the most commonly used backer board for use in ceramic and porcelain tile installations.
Which is better cement board or Hardibacker?
HardieBacker is much more light, and it is also the best selling brand of cement board available. It is much cleaner because it does not have any glass in it. It allows for a smooth job with minimal mess. As a bonus, HardieBacker board has an EZ Grid pattern so you can cut perfect lines.
How thick should cement board be for shower walls?
1/2″
The minimum recommended thickness for the shower wall is 1/2″ because like some of the other boards, they become far too flexible at thicknesses below 1/2″.
What thickness of 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.
Will Thinset stick to Kerdi fix?
Kerdi fix does not stick to thin-set FYI. So if you pre-treated the backs you just ruined the corner.
Is KERDI-BOARD load bearing?
KERDI-BOARD is a versatile building panel that is stable, easy to handle, and can be used to create load-bearing tile substrates.
Can you walk on KERDI-BOARD?
The use of Schlüter®- KERDI-BOARD in floor assemblies is restricted to foot traffic areas. Floor cover- ings may have a certain hollow sound when they are walked upon with hard shoes or tapped with a hard object.
Can you tile over KERDI-BOARD?
For most installations of KERDI-BOARD, tile can be installed right away. Exceptions include curved wall areas and non-bearing partition wall systems. In these applications, the tiles can be installed once the bonding materials have cured sufficiently to stabilize the KERDI-BOARD assembly.
Which is better wedi vs Schluter?
The Wedi materials are less forgiving and fixes for mistakes in your cuts are not recommended. The Schluter system is more forgiving since you can use the Kerdi band, mortar, offcuts and Kerdi fix to.
Is The wedi system worth it?
Wedi board is far lighter and therefore, easier to handle and install. For example, one square foot of ½ inch thick cement board weighs approximately 40 ounces while the same in Wedi board weighs about 75% less. Wedi also offers an ideal bonding surface, won’t warp, and yet remains pliable, unlike cement board.
Do I need to waterproof shower walls before tiling?
You should waterproof all the shower walls before tiling. A tile backer or cement board is typically not waterproof, albeit many are water-resistant. The most effective and reliable solution is a separate waterproofing membrane on primed shower walls before tiling.
