Installation Guide

HardieBacker
®
Cement Board’s unique cement formulation
and structure provide the ideal combination of strength,
uniform composition and performance that no other
backer board can provide. That’s why it was named
The Most Preferred Brand of Backer Board by tile
installers and contractors in the Tile and Stone Report*.
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MADE BETTER
Compared to other cement boards, HardieBacker
Cement Board offers the highest flexural
strength and up to 3x the compressive strength
to enable a solid foundation for your tile job.
INSTALLS BETTER
HardieBacker Cement Board is easier to work with,
regardless of how you cut it.
• Less debris, whether you're cutting
manually or with power tools.
• Cleaner cuts and sharper edges
for tighters seam lines.
• Less dust, which means minimal
mess and cleanup.
PERFORMS BETTER
Our unique cement formulation resists moisture.
Additionally, it provides excellent tile adhesion to
help protect your work—and your reputation.
*According to the 2019 Tile and Stone Installation Contractor Market Study conducted
by Clear Seas Research in partnership with the NTCA and TILE Magazine.
CHOSEN BY PROS.
UNRIVALED IN PERFORMANCE.