Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD Substrate, building panel, bonded waterproofing
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD The universal substrate for tiles Flat. Level. Plumb. Square. No matter the quality, cost, or extravagance of a tile installation project, the integrity of the tile is only as good as its foundation. Many substrates encountered in new buildings and renovation projects are unsuitable for tile installation, especially in areas with high moisture. This can require comprehensive preparation and waterproofing measures.
Fleece webbing Reinforcement layer Extruded polystyrene foam Reinforcement layer Fleece webbing Advantages of KERDI-BOARD • Uniform, impact-resistant, and rigid • Waterproof and temperature-resistant • Thermally insulating and dimensionally stable • Simple to cut using printed gridlines • Quick and easy to install • Lightweight, easy to handle and transport • Contains no cement or fiberglass • Designed to create load-bearing tile substrates KERDI-BOARD is a versatile building panel that is
Shower & Bathtub Surrounds Tiled showers and bathtub surrounds require proper moisture management to ensure successful long-term performance. In addition to being lightweight and easy to cut with a utility knife, 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.
Bathtub Platforms KERDI-BOARD is easily customizable and inherently waterproof, and thus, the perfect substrate for creating both standard and more intricate bathtub surrounds. Making little-to-no-mess while cutting, you can construct your bathtub platform easily, efficiently, and soundly.
Countertops Tiled countertops are often constructed with plywood decks, which are dimensionally unstable and moisture-sensitive. Additional work is required to prepare the surface for tile installation, which can be time-consuming. KERDI-BOARD is particularly suitable for building countertops and other work surfaces with tile coverings. KERDI-BOARD is dimensionally stable and waterproof and can be adhered directly to base cabinets, thus eliminating the need for labor-intensive preparation.
Suitable panel thicknesses 1-1/2" (38 mm) or 2" (50 mm) are recommended when adhering KERDI-BOARD directly to base cabinets.
Vanities & Shelving Create and customize storage solutions to suit your size and design specifications. Prefabricated vanities do not always fit your spatial situation and building vanities from traditional materials, using framing and sheathing, is time-consuming and labor-intensive. KERDI-BOARD allows you to configure a substrate that is ready for tile and to your liking. Schluter profiles make it easy to finish off the tile edges; there is no need to rely on specialty ceramic trim pieces.
© Hugo Sanchez Installation Overview With eight thicknesses available, KERDI-BOARD can be used to build virtually any kind of substrate. Whether you need to even-out an existing problematic substrate, install a solid backing directly on stud frame structures, or build custom elements such as pipe or column coverings, KERDI-BOARD makes it quick and easy. For full installation details see the KERDI-BOARD Technical Data Sheet or Shower Installation Handbook.
Over Stud Frame Structures Stud framing is typically covered with gypsum board. Often, the trades that hang the gypsum board do not take the time to ensure that the finished surfaces are plumb with square corners. Furthermore, gypsum board panels require additional prep, such as waterproofing, prior to setting tile in wet areas.
Benches KERDI-BOARD is the ideal substrate for creating shower benches that are ready for tile. Simple to cut with a utility knife, KERDI-BOARD can be easily customized to fit your bench size and design specifications. Schluter®-KERDI-BAND should be used to seal the edges of the assembly to ensure that the bench is suitably waterproofed.
KERDI-BOARD-V Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-V is a vertically grooved substrate and building panel that allows you to take your tiling project to the next level by incorporating rounded and curved elements in your design. As a dimensionally stable substrate, KERDI-BOARD-V can be easily used to create bathtub surrounds, freestanding curved walls, and curved coverings for plumbing elements, duct work, columns, and more. Panel dimension: 24-1/2" x 96" (62.
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD Thickness 3/16" - 5 mm 48" x 64" - 122 cm x 162.5 cm 48" x 96" - 122 cm x 244 cm 3/8" - 9 mm 48" x 64" - 122 cm x 162.5 cm 48" x 96" - 122 cm x 244 cm 1/2" - 12.5 mm 48" x 32" - 122 cm x 81 cm 48" x 64" - 122 cm x 162.5 cm 48" x 96" - 122 cm x 244 cm 5/8" - 15 mm 48" x 96" - 122 cm x 244 cm 48" x 120" - 122 cm x 305 cm 3/4" - 19 mm 24-1/2" x 96" - 62.5 cm x 244 cm 1" - 25 mm 24-1/2" x 96" - 62.5 cm x 244 cm 1-1/2" - 38 mm 24-1/2" x 96" - 62.
Accessories 1 KERDI-BOARD-ZC is a U-shaped brushed stainless steel profile with a perforated topside, and a smooth underside with anchoring leg for finishing countertops or similar structures. 2 KERDI-BOARD-ZA is a U-shaped brushed stainless steel profile with two perforated sides designed for visible edges of partition walls and shelves. 3 KERDI-BOARD-ZFP is a flat plastic profile that can be attached behind the KERDI-BOARD-ZA for secure attachment of finishing hardware. Ideal for custom glass doors.
Related Products KERDI-SHOWER-T/-TS/-TT Sloped shower trays KERDI-BAND Waterproofing strip KERDI-KERECK 90º and 135º inside and outside corner seals KERDI-SEAL-PS/-MV Pipe and mixing valve seals KERDI-FIX Sealing and bonding compound Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SN Niches KERDI-BOARD-SC Curb KERDI-SHOWER-SR Ramp KERDI-BOARD-SB Bench 18
KERDI-DRAIN KERDI-DRAIN is a floor drain with an integrated bonding flange that provides a large contact area for a secure connection to the KERDI waterproofing membrane at the top of the assembly. Reduces Installation Time and Labor Eliminates the prep work required in a traditional drain and liner application. Adaptable Appropriate for both mortar bed and KERDI-SHOWER-T/-TS/-TT foam tray installations. Ideal for new constructions and remodels.
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