Are both sides of Kerdi-board waterproof?
The surface of the board has gridlines consisting of 10 x 10 mm squares printed on one side. Material properties and areas of application Schlüter®-KERDI-BOARD is waterproof and can withstand all chemical stresses that typically occur in conjunction with ceramic tile coverings.
Do you overlap Kerdi?
KERDI sheets may be joined using a lap seam. This approach allows you to combine membrane installation and joint sealing in one step. Make sure that the second sheet of KERDI membrane overlaps the first by at least 2”—you can make sure this is accomplished by marking the sheet 2” from the edge.
Why is there a shortage of Kerdi-board?
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.
Can you tile right 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.
Can you finish Kerdi-board like drywall?
Naildriver. Generally your finish tile, whether bull nose or Kerdi strip will overlap onto the sheetrock, forming a seam of its own. If you plan on finishing the crack, tape and mud it like any other sheetrock joint, and bring your tile as close as possible to that seam.
Is Kerdi-board reversible?
No, the KERDI membrane does not have a front/back to it.
Can you tile directly to Kerdi-board?
Can you tile over Kerdi-board?
Does KERDI-BOARD need a backer?
Kerdi over drywall backing Schluter actually recommends sheetrock as a backing. Factor in that drywall is easy to install and easy to thinset over and you can see the appeal of waterproofing your shower this way.
Does KERDI-BOARD need to be waterproofed?
KERDI-BOARD by Schluter is one of the best ways to waterproof a shower. A lot of folks like using cement board but it’s heavy and requires a waterproofing membrane over it. Furthermore, if you’r working in an older home KERDI-BOARD fits better than cement board in odd spaces.
What Thinset do you use with Kerdi?
Schluter SET™, ALL-SET™, FAST-SET™ or an unmodified thin-set mortar must be used to construct all KERDI seams to ensure watertightperformance of the system.
What kind of screws to use on Kerdi board?
Only use Schluter screws and washers to attach KERDI-BOARD to the studs. Furthermore, the maximum on-center spacing for the screws and washers is 12 inches. KERDI-BOARD is one of my favorite waterproofing boards because it’s light, easy to cut and has lines on it for aligning the screws.
What kind of material is Kerdi board made of?
KERDI-BOARD consists of an extruded polystyrene foam panel, with a special reinforcement facer on both sides and fleece webbing for effective anchoring in thin-set mortar. Application:
How to Mount Kerdi board over wood framing?
Applying KERDI-BOARD over wood stud framing KERDI-BOARD can be mounted vertically or horizontally on wood framing with the KERDI-BOARD screw and washer hardware set. IMPORTANT:Stud spacing exceeding 16″ requires the placement of additional studs. Abut the individual panels over the center of the studs or other solid backing.
Can a Kerdi board be used to waterproof a tub?
The next step is to embed KERDI-BAND into the KERDI-Fix to make the tub to KERDI-BOARD transition 100% waterproof. Now that the KERDI-BOARD is installed you have to waterproof all the seams.
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