WonderBoard Lite can be used in applications such as walls, ceilings, floors, decks, countertops and vanities. Use under any tile or natural stone.

What is WonderBoard light?

A 20% lighter fiberglass mesh-reinforced cement backerboard for residential and commercial tile, stone, slate, and thin-brick applications.

Is WonderBoard Lite cement board?

42 in. Cement Board is a cement backerboard designed for use with walls, floors and countertops. Use on walls in moisture prone areas, as a tile backerboard and as an underlayment for all tile, vinyl and wood flooring applications.

How thick is WonderBoard Lite?

Overall, the 7/16″ WonderBoard® Lite is a much improved cement backerboard for the installation of ceramic and natural stone tile in wet areas.

What is the difference between cement board and WonderBoard?

Particularly for experienced contractors that may be used to cement backerboards, WonderBoard is a clear choice. Unlike other cement backerboards, WonderBoard is not completely stiff. It is flexible, making it a good choice for curved surfaces. WonderBoard is also safer for wet areas than HardieBacker.

Is WonderBoard Lite waterproof?

WonderBoard® Lite is not a waterproof barrier. If the area behind the backerboard must be kept dry, use RedGard® Waterproofing and Crack Prevention Membrane or Custom® 9240 Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture Membrane Do not use drywall fiberglass tape for this product.

How do you cut Wonderboard Lite?

Use a circular saw with a cement board blade. Support the entire board before and during cutting to avoid breakage. The scoring knife can be used instead of a saw for a cut that goes across the whole board. Use a straight edge and press hard as you draw the knife along the cut line.

Which side of Wonderboard Lite faces out?

Should I install cementitious backerboard (Durock, Wonderboard, etc.) with the rough or the smooth side facing out? A. Backerboard is usually installed rough side out when used under a thin-set mortar for slate or ceramic tile flooring, and smooth side out when it is a base for adhesive-set wall tile.

Is durock and WonderBoard the same thing?

I found that Wonderboard is stiffer than Durock (less floppy) which makes it easier to handle, carrying up stairs, loading etc. It also seemed to have a more consistent cement fill with less voids and less soft and “crumbly” areas than Durock.

How do I connect my WonderBoard?

When installing on the wall, the edges of the sheets must overlap the studs.
Mark the position of each sheet on the floor.. Apply a layer of thinset mortar to the subfloor, using a 1/4 x 1/4-inch square-notch trowel. Fasten the sheets to the wall studs or subfloor with 1 1/4-inch stainless steel or enamel-coated screws.

What is the lightest cement board?

GoBoard® is the ultra-lightweight, waterproof tile backer board from Johns Manville. It’s engineered for durability, yet is up to 80% lighter than cement boards. GoBoard is easy to handle and can be cut right where it’s installed with a basic utility knife, without crumbling or disintegrating.

Is WonderBoard Lite fireproof?

Fire Performance: WonderBoard Lite has achieved a fire resistance rating for cementitious backer units per ANSI/UL 263 and CAN/ULC S101, Report No. 21766.

What is the thinnest cement backer board?

Fiber cement board is available in 1/4-inch and 1/2-inch thicknesses. The 1/4-inch-thick board is typically used on floors and countertops.

What kind of screws do you use for backer board?

The Backer-On 1-5/8 in. Cement Board Screws are designed for attaching HardieBacker or equivalent fiber cement backerboard to wood or light gauge steel studs.

Which is better Wonderboard or durock?

Wonderboard is heavier than Durock (although the Lite version is 20% lighter), which has made them a bit difficult to install, whether it’s any home improvement projects or commercial. So, if you want to bypass the hassle of installation, we’d say you better go with Durock.

What is better cement board or backer board?

Backer board helps ensure a durable, long-lasting tiling job. It helps prevent cracks in the tile and grout due to moisture, humidity and temperature. Cement backer board is sturdy, waterproof, and an ideal substrate for any tiling job, inside or outside.

Which is better durock or Hardibacker?

HardieBacker is also the go-to choice when it comes to countertops and tile. Durock is too abrasive and can damage vinyl, porcelain, and enamel. HardieBacker does not contain any course materials, so it is the preferable choice. It has a warranty that extends over the use of vinyl tile applications.