Alternatively instead of backer board you can use two layers of plywood topped with a waterproof uncoupling membrane which is a lightweight plastic underlayment that allows independent movement between the tile and the plywood to prevent cracks in the tiles and grout.

Tile membrane or backer board. When installing a tile floor a layer of cement backer board is usually put down over a plywood subfloor to provide a firm stable surface. It s typically available in 1 2 in. However if installed on drywall it is only protecting one side. Pros and cons of various tile backers dry pack mortar.

In many ways however an uncoupling membrane such as schluter ditra is an even better backing material for reasons other than the fact that it doesn t raise the height of the floor as much as cementboard. Thick 3 x 5 ft. Individual backer board methods are addressed in the membrane options section. Membrane faced board only.

The facing serves as an integrated waterproofing membrane so you don t need to install a separate layer of plastic behind the tile backer or a sheet membrane over the backer. Trowel able and pourable underlayment a number of trowel able and pourable tile underlayment options are available. Its made from cement and sand and is reinforced by fiberglass mats on both sides so it s impervious to water. 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.

Backer board is usually a simpler way to go than plywood. First kerdi can be installed on drywall or cement board. Georgia pacific s densshield is one such product. A waterproof underlayment membrane like ditra from schluter systems can be substituted for backer board.

Uncoupling membrane cementboard has replaced a manually applied mortar bed to emerge as the standard underlayment for a tile floor. Just reading the definitions alone doesn t provide too much of a difference as both uncoupling mats and backer board are used to prep the subfloor to help prevent loss of bond over time when installing tile. This is the traditional tile backer. One type of tile backer board is made with a water resistant facing on both sides of the board.

Backer board is a thin layer of concrete that has fiberglass mesh on its sides and is used under the tile to provide a firm and even surface for the tile to adhere to. In wet areas or in areas where movement is a concern you also should consider the use of membranes meeting ansi a118 10 which at times may be recommended or even required to be applied to the backer board before installing the ceramic tile. The membrane selection guide page 21 tcna handbook is an excellent resource. Backer board this is the industry standard most preferred by construction pros when installing ceramic or porcelain.

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