Is DensShield good for showers?
DensShield® Tile Backer is ideal for bathrooms, showers, floors, kitchens and other wet, high humidity areas.
What is backer board used for?
Cement backer board is mainly used as a sub-surface for tiling. Cement backer board is often used as a tile base on plywood or OSB subfloor. Cement backer board on concrete as a subfloor or underlayment is usually not recommended or needed.
What is DensShield made of?
DensShield Tile Backer is composed of a water-resistant treated core that is covered front and back with fiberglass mats. On the tile side, DensShield Tile Backer’s built-in coating on the surface stops surface water and retards moisture transmission, protecting the wall cavity.
Can DensShield get wet?
Yes. DensShield is manufactured to ASTM C 1178 and is listed as one of the three products acceptable as a backer board in wet areas.
Is DensShield mold proof?
the Competition. The moisture-resistant gypsum core resists the growth of mold. DensShield® Tile Backer has the highest level of performance for mold resistance under the ASTM D3273 test method.
Can you tile directly onto plywood?
Tile can be laid on plywood. But do not install tile directly on the plywood subfloor itself. Use an intervening layer of a sheet of thinner plywood.
Can you tile over drywall?
As long as your wall is smooth and flat, you can install a ceramic tile kitchen backsplash directly over drywall or plaster with no problem. Start by cleaning the wall to remove any grease, then apply thin-set adhesive, and set the tile. After the adhesive has set, apply grout, and you’re done.
Can you paint over DensShield?
The nontiled areas can be primed and painted with the same finish used on the other walls in the room as long as the primer and paint are suitable for high-moisture areas.
What kind of backer do you use for tile?
Ideally suited for a variety of interior applications. Use Gold Bond® eXP® Tile Backer as a substrate for tile applications in high moisture areas, including showers, bathrooms, indoor swimming pools, laundry rooms, and kitchens.
What can glasroc tile backer panels be used for?
The GlasRoc Tile Backer Panels are designed to be used for walls, ceilings, and countertop applications. Installation of GlasRoc® Tile Backer should be consistent with methods described in the standards and references noted. Please see the GlasRoc® Tile Backer Brochure for additional recommendations, requirements, and installation instructions.
Which is better cement board or densshield tile backer?
Easier to handle than cement board, DensShield Tile Backer cuts and installs like drywall without special tools or fasteners. It can also be painted or used in non-wet areas. DensShield Tile Backer conforms to requirements of 2009 IBC/IRC Code for tile backer in wet areas.