Schluter-KERDI-BOARD Brochure

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Schluter
®
-KERDI-BOARD SUBSTRATE, BUILDING PANEL, BONDED WATERPROOFING
Bathtub platforms made of
Schluter
®
-KERDI-BOARD
Ideal tile substrate
Bathtub platforms are excellent
opportunities for tile coverings. However,
tile setters are often faced with substandard
framing, particularly on new construction
projects. Many of the materials used to
build the platforms are moisture-sensitive
and require additional preparation prior
to setting tile. Schluter
®
-KERDI-BOARD
can be used to quickly and simply create
flat, level, plumb, square, and waterproof
tub platforms.
The grooved versions of the panel and
the easy cutting properties of Schluter
®
-
KERDI-BOARD also allow for effective use
in creating curved surfaces.
Schluter
®
-KERDI-BOARD
in bonded waterproofing
assemblies
Schluter
®
-KERDI-BOARD is suitable for
use in bonded waterproofing assemblies.
For this purpose, the corners and joints
must be sealed with Schluter
®
-KERDI-
BAND, using unmodified thin-set mortar.
Fastener penetrations may be sealed with
Schluter
®
-KERDI-BAND using unmodified
thin-set mortar.
Suitable panel thicknesses of
Schluter
®
-KERDI-BOARD
Select the panel thickness according to the
size and expected stresses of the project. 2"
(50 mm)-thick panels are typically used as
support members.
Showers and bathtub
surrounds made with
Schluter
®
-KERDI-BOARD
Ideal tile substrate
Tiled showers and bathtub surrounds
require proper moisture management to
ensure successful long-term performance.
While cement backerboards are moisture-
resistant, they are not waterproof. Thus,
additional measures must be taken to
protect wall cavities from water and vapor
penetration.
In addition to being lightweight and easy
to cut with a utility knife, Schluter
®
-KERDI-
BOARD is inherently waterproof and vapor-
retardant. When used in conjunction with
the Schluter
®
-Shower System, KERDI-
BOARD provides an integrated tile backing
and moisture management system for tiled
showers and bathtub surrounds.
Schluter
®
-KERDI-BOARD
in bonded waterproofing
assemblies
Schluter
®
-KERDI-BOARD is suitable for
use in bonded waterproofing assemblies.
For this purpose, the corners and joints
must be sealed with Schluter
®
-KERDI-
BAND using unmodified thin-set mortar.
Fastener penetrations may be sealed
with Schluter
®
-KERDI-BAND using
unmodified thin-set mortar. Other
protrusions through the KERDI-BOARD
(e.g., showerhead, tub spout, etc.) must
be treated with Schluter
®
-KERDI-SEAL-PS
seals or Schluter
®
-KERDI-FIX.
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Installation notes:
The images shown in this brochure
illustrate the essential installation
steps. The text provides brief, sum-
marized descriptions. For further
details on the individual products and
their installation, please refer to the
corresponding product data sheets
and installation handbooks.