Cement Backer Board Ceramic Tile

Also called a cementitious backer unit or cbu.

Cement backer board ceramic tile. Thick 3 x 5 ft. One nice thing about tile backer board is that it doesn t matter which way that you run the sheets. Cement board is the most durable trouble free tile backer for tub surrounds showers floors and all other wet areas. Made of cement and reinforced on the top and bottom with fiberglass this waterproof backer board is generally used for tiled shower surrounds and floors in wet areas.

James hardie hardiebacker 1 4 in. Cement board is james hardie hardiebacker 1 4 in. And is available at most full service lumberyards and building supply centers. Add to list click to add item fiberock aqua tough 1 2 x 3 x 5 tile backer board to your list.

Click to add item allura 1 2 x 3 x 5 fiber cement backerboard to the compare list. Its made from cement and sand and is reinforced by fiberglass mats on both sides so it s impervious to water. Because cement backer board is porous thinset grout and mortar adhere well to it. Backer boards can be nailed or screwed into studs or cinderblock brick mortar or concrete.

They will soak up water but will dry out without losing their form. Cement backer board is also called cement board and it s the most commonly used backer board for all manner of ceramic and porcelain tiles. You can run them one direction or another but as long as the corners don t all come together it s ok. James hardie 0 25 in x 36 in x 60 in hardiebacker fiber cement backer board.

For pricing and availability. The standard size sheet is 3 x 5 ft. Durock brand 0 5 in x 36 in x 60 in cement backer. Find backer board at lowe s today.

For highly wet areas such as showers and bathtub surrounds cement board typically is attached directly over the wall studs and the studs may be covered with an intervening moisture membrane. Skip to main content. Because they will absorb moisture there should always be some sort of a moisture barrier when using these tile backer boards in a shower or other wet area. Cement board is a cement backerboard designed for use with floors and countertops.

Cement backer board is commonly used to form a base for ceramic tile. But when it comes to getting wet these fiber cement tile backer boards hold up well. 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.

Thick weighs 45 to 60 lbs. Compare click to add item fiberock aqua tough 1 2 x 3 x 5 tile backer board to the compare list. Additionally you don t want the cement board seams to line up with the subfloor seams. Cement board technically called cementitious backer unit cbu is manufactured under different brand names.

Thick cement board spans studs spaced 16 in.