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PermaBASE The Best Base for a Great Finish PermaBASE Building Products, LLC offers the industry’s largest variety of cement boards covering the most demanding interior and exterior applications. Our mission is to continue to innovate new products and solutions to meet your building needs. The PermaBASE family of products provide performance and peace of mind with valuable features and applications that save the contractor time and money.
Working Wherever Your Project Takes You Choose from Six Types of PermaBASE® Cement Board to Find the Best Match for Your Project. 1 1 The original that set the industry standard. 2 3 Excellent rigidity for underlayment applications plus the lowest waterabsorption rate. 1 6 5 1 1 3 Composite cement board with R-4, R-10 or R-16 insulation to improve energy efficiency. 4 3 1 Weighs 15% less than other cement boards.
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A Solution for Any Application THIN BRICK STONE SHOWER STUCCO TUB TILE FLOOR FIREPLACE COUNTERTOP/ BACKSPLASH OUTDOOR KITCHEN COLUMN (FLAT) 6 | PermaBASE Building Products
What Sets PermaBASE Products Apart From the Rest? Physical Feature Benefits PermaBASE Cement Boards Other Cement Boards Fiber Cement Boards Low-Weight Glass-Mesh Cement Board • – – Reinforced Edge • – – Fastens Near Edge With No Breakout • – – Highest Damage Resistance From Handling • – – Cleanest To Score And Snap • – – Lowest Water Absorption • – – Meets 40-psf Rating Wind-Load Test Results (Stud spacing 16” o.c.) • – – Cuts With Utility Knife Vs.
PermaBASE® Cement Board The Professional’s Choice 1 2 4 3 PermaBASE® Cement Board is a rigid substrate made of Portland cement, aggregate and glass mesh that provides an exceptionally hard, durable surface that withstands prolonged exposure to moisture. Use PermaBASE as an underlayment or backing surface for tub and shower surrounds, floors and a variety of other interior and exterior applications. The EdgeTech® reinforced edges allow for more secure application of fasteners closer to the edge. 1.
PermaBASE UltraBacker® The Best Rigid 1/4” Underlayment 1 2 4 3 1. Fiberglass Mesh/Mat PermaBASE UltraBacker® Cement Board features a smooth mesh and mat surface that creates a more rigid and easier to handle product and an improved surface providing superior tile bond. Made of Portland cement, aggregate and fiberglass mesh, it provides an exceptionally hard, durable surface that is ideally suited as an underlayment for ceramic tile on floors, countertops, tub decks, and outdoor kitchen counters. 2.
PermaBASE CI® The Best for Continuous Insulation Systems 1 2 4 3 PermaBASE CI® Insulated Cement Board is a composite cement board combining the strength and benefits of PermaBASE® Cement Board with rigid insulation to create an ideal substrate for exterior finishes that meet or exceed most continuous insulation requirements. Manufactured in a convenient 1”, 2” and 3” overall thickness, PermaBASE CI utilizes common trims and accessories. 1. Fiberglass Mesh/Mat 2. EdgeTech® Reinforced Edge 3.
PermaBASE PLUS® The Lightweight Cement Board Alternative 1 2 4 3 PermaBASE PLUS® Cement Board is a lighter weight, rigid substrate made of Portland cement aggregate and glass mesh that provides an exceptionally hard, durable surface that is able to withstand prolonged exposure to moisture. PermaBASE PLUS Cement Board has the same qualities built into PermaBASE® Cement Board but weighs 15% less. EdgeTech® reinforced edge allows for more secure application of fasteners closer to the edge. 1.
PermaBASE WP® Your Solution for Waterproof Applications 1 2 4 3 PermaBASE WP® Waterproof Cement Board combines the strength and benefits of PermaBASE® Cement Board with a proprietary waterproofing formulation. Intended for use in interior wet areas around tubs and showers, PermaBASE WP is perfect for instances where liquid waterproofing has historically been applied over cement boards. 1. Fiberglass Mesh/Mat 2. EdgeTech® Reinforced Edge 3. Cementitious Core 4.
Installation of PermaBASE WP® General: All framing should comply with local building code requirements and be designed to provide support with a maximum allowable deflection of L/360 (L/720 for stone) under all intended loads. Wall framing members shall be spaced a maximum of 16” o.c. and shall be a minimum of 2”x 4” nominal (wood) or 20 gauge (metal). For flooring applications with 16” o.c. floor joists, 5/8” tongueand-groove exterior-grade plywood or 3/4” tongue-and-groove exterior-grade OSB may be used.
PermaBASE™ Foam Tile Backer Lightest & Easiest Tile Backer to Install 1 3 2 PermaBASE™ Foam Tile Backer is an exceptionally lightweight, durable waterproof tile backer board designed for interior tile and stone applications. It is ideally suited for walls, showers, tub surrounds, backsplashes, floors and countertops. 1. Coated Fiberglass Facer 2. Lightweight Foam Core 3. Coated Fiberglass Facer ADVANTAGES • Waterproof tile backer prevents water from causing harmful damage.
Installation of PermaBASE™ Foam Tile Backer General: All framing should comply with local building code requirements and be designed to provide support with a maximum allowable deflection of L/360 (L/720 for stone) under all intended loads. Wall framing members shall be spaced a maximum of 16” o.c. and shall be a minimum of 2”x 4” nominal (wood) or 20 gauge (metal). Install tile and tile setting materials in accordance with current ANSI specifications and Tile Council of North America (TCNA) guidelines.
Installation Guide Interior and Exterior Applications Interior Installation of PermaBASE® and PermaBASE PLUS® General: All framing should comply with local building code requirements and be designed to provide support with a maximum allowable deflection of L/360 (L/720 for stone) under all intended loads. Framing members should be spaced a maximum of 16" o.c. Cut or score PermaBASE® Cement Board on printed side of panel. Use a straightedge and pencil to mark line.
2 4 3 3 5 3 2 4 1 6 3 4 5 8 2 1 4 1 3 3 4 7 SHOWER INSTALLATION DIVIDER WALL INSTALLATION 1. Support Framing 1/4"/ 1/2" Slope Toward Drain 5. Latex-Portland Cement Mortar 1. PermaBASE® Cement Board 6. Alkali-Resistant Mesh Tape 2. Membrane 2. Plywood, Min. 1/2" 7. Sealant 3. Latex-Portland Cement Mortar 3. PermaBASE® Cement Board 8. Tile and Grout 4. Alkali-Resistant Mesh Tape 4. Membrane 1 MUD BED SHOWER BASE 1. PermaBASE® Cement Board can be embedded into mud bed.
FLOORS AND COUNTERS Subfloor or Base: For flooring applications with 16” o.c. floor joists, 5/8” tongue-and-groove exterior-grade plywood or 3/4” tongue-and-groove exterior-grade OSB may be used. For 19.2” o.c. and 24” o.c. floor joists, 3/4” tongue-and-groove exteriorgrade plywood or OSB must be used. Tile size for floors with 24” o.c. floor joists must be 12” x 12” or larger. The joist and subfloor assembly must meet L/360 as well as the appropriate code tables for live and dead loads.
Wall Protector/Heat Shield 1/2” PermaBASE and 1/2” PermaBASE PLUS are listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., for use with UL-listed solid-fuel room heaters and fireplace stoves. Used as a wall protector/ heat shield, PermaBASE Cement Board reduces by 40% the manufacturer-specified clearance (minimum 12" [305 mm]) between the room heater or stove and a combustible wall surface. Heat shield panels may be cut to required size using a standard utility knife or power saw.
Fastener Spacing SCREWS NEEDED Usage 1 Ceiling: 6" o.c. Screws per Board Screws per Sq. Ft. 4’ x 8’ PermaBASE Wall 52 1.65 Ceiling 63 2.00 Floor 91 2.85 36 2.40 3’ x 5’ PermaBASE Wall Ceiling 35 2.35 Floor 54 3.60 MESH TAPE NEEDED (EST.) Tape Size Linear Ft. per Board Linear Ft. per Sq. Ft. 4’ x 8’ PermaBASE 2 Wall: 8" o.c. 2” or 4” 12 0.375 8 0.533 3’ x 5’ PermaBASE 2” or 4” Tape Size # Rolls per # Boards 1,000 Sq. Ft. per Roll of Board of Tape 4’ x 8’ PermaBASE 2.
Exterior Installation of PermaBASE® Cement Board General: All framing should comply with local building code requirements and be designed to provide support with a maximum allowable deflection of L/360 under all intended live (including wind) and dead loads. Note: Cut or score PermaBASE on rough side of panel. Control Joints: For exterior installations, consult finish manufacturer’s instructions for spacing requirements. For exterior tile applications, control joints should be spaced a maximum of every 12'.
Cement Board Stucco Wall Systems (CBSS) For use in residential and low-rise commercial applications, CBSS provides a drainage system to help prevent water from penetrating behind cladding in framed construction. It complies with ASTM D226, protecting approved sheathings/structural components and helping to evacuate incidental water. CEMENT BOARD STUCCO Commercial 1. Sheathing 2. Weather Resistant Barrier 3. PermaBASE® Cement Board BENEFITS INCLUDE 4.
Cement Board Masonry Veneer Wall System (CBMV) CEMENT BOARD MASONRY VENEER Thin Brick For use in residential and low-rise commercial applications, CBMV offers a complete, engineered solution for installation of adhered veneers. It provides the ability to incorporate an effective water-management system for a variety of building exteriors with manufactured or natural stone, tile and thin brick veneers. 2. Weather Resistant Barrier BENEFITS INCLUDE 4.
Exterior Installation of PermaBASE CI® WALLS Wall Framing: Framing members should be spaced a maximum of 16" o.c. and shall be a minimum of 2"x 4" nominal (wood) or 20 gauge (metal). Edges of PermaBASE CI® Insulated Cement Board parallel to framing should be continuously supported. Provide additional blocking when necessary to permit proper attachment.
Continuous Insulation with PermaBASE CI As building codes and building insulation requirements become increasingly stringent, you can count on PermaBASE products to help meet your substrate needs for Continuous Insulation (CI). CI on the exterior envelope helps to eliminate air and moisture leakage as well as reduce thermal bridging, or the heating/ cooling loss transmitted through steel studs. With PermaBASE CI, designers and contractors have a simpler, faster method of achieving continuous insulation.
Technical Data Fire-Rated Wall Assemblies PermaBASE® Cement Board has been tested and/or approved for use in a variety of fire-rated wall systems. UL LISTED PERMABASE® CEMENT BOARD PARTITIONS – STEEL FRAMING 1-hour Fire Rating V452 UL Design W472 UL Design 1-hour Fire Rating U425 UL Design 1/2" PermaBASE PLUS® or 1/2" PermaBASE applied vertically or horizontally to one side of 3-5/8" steel studs 16" o.c. 5/8” Gold Bond® Fire-Shield® Gypsum Board applied vertically to opposite side.
National Gypsum Company National Gypsum Company is the exclusive service provider of reliable, high-performance building products manufactured by its affiliate companies and marketed under the Gold Bond®, ProForm®, and PermaBASE® brands. The strategic network of Gold Bond, ProForm, and PermaBASE manufacturing facilities located throughout major metropolitan hubs in North America allows us to provide the best in customer service so we can keep your fast-paced projects moving forward.
Technical Information Visit permabase.com or call National Gypsum Company Construction Services: 1-800-NATIONAL (628-4662). National Gypsum Company is the exclusive service provider for products offered or manufactured by PermaBASE Building Products, LLC. The PermaBASE family of products is offered or manufactured by PermaBASE Building Products, LLC. Customer Service ■ Atlantic Area ■ Northeast Area (800) 237-9167 atlanticareacsrs@nationalgypsum.
