Waterproofing · Backer boardsBacker boards
Backer boards
The right base for tiles.
Water-resistant boards to tile onto, instead of ordinary plasterboard. Some are insulated, which helps with underfloor heating.
- Instead of
- Plasterboard
- Types
- Cement, insulated
- Benefit
- Water-resistant, rigid
- Used for
- Walls, floors, boxing
What it is
Rigid boards made to stay stable in damp conditions, fixed to walls, floors and boxing before tiling.
Good for
Stability
A solid base for heavy tiles.
Insulation
Insulated boards help underfloor heating warm up faster.
What to weigh up
Not waterproof alone
Joints and wet areas still need tanking.
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