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HardieBacker® CEMENT BACKERBOARD FOR TILE AND STONE
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CEMENT BACKERBOARD MOULD GROWTH & TILE FAILURE WATER MOULD STRONGEST EASY RESISTANT RESISTANT ON MARKET TO INSTALL

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What is Cement Backerboard? HardieBacker® is a cement backerboard for tile and stone to be used as a replacement for plasterboard or plywood. It contains Mouldblock™ Technology, giving you superior moisture and mould resistance. HardieBacker® provides a dimensionally stable cement bonding surface that won’t warp, swell, rot, or deteriorate even in the wettest conditions. It is available in 6mm and 12mm sheets and provides the best bonding surface for cement based tile adhesive. HardieBacker® 6mm with EZ Grid® has a recessed fastening pattern to make installation even easier. HardieBacker®...

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Why do you need Cement Backerboard? When it comes to durability, strength and moisture resistance, there is no question that HardieBacker® outperforms other tile substrates. Plasterboard and plywood can contribute towards tile failure that can be very expensive to fix. Avoid these costly repairs by installing HardieBacker® on your next project. Avoid costly repairs by using Cracked tiles Moisture can cause other substrates to move and crack tiles. Mould growth Other substrates can promote mould growth, which can cause health issues for your family. Perished plasterboard Plasterboard can...

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How will HardieBacker® Cement Backei The durable cement formulation of HardieBacker® provides superior water resistance and its proprietary Mouldblock™ Technology offers additional protection against mould. A low level of mould spores in your home isn't abnormal but if left untreated, mould can colonise and release millions of airborne breathable spores. Potential health effects and symptoms associated with mould exposure may include allergic reactions, asthma and other respiratory complaints. WATER MOULD RESISTANT RESISTANT Won't rot, swell or warp Mouldblock™ Technology when exposed to...

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rboard protect your family and home? Beyond its potential health effects, mould can also pose a threat to the value of your home. Once mould has established itself, it could be very expensive to clean up, could cause the market value of your home to decrease and could require you to move out until the mould is properly cleaned. Help protect your home and family from moisture that can lead to mould growth before it starts request your builder uses HardieBacker® Cement Backerboard for tile and stone. Can hold 100kg m2 while conventional plasterboards claim to hold up to 32kg m2*....

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Product Information Approved product HardieBacker® cement backerboard is CE and BBA approved with certificate no. 04/4100. The product meets the EN 12467 standard and has a class A1 non combustibility rating. Warranty HardieBacker® cement backerboard is protected by a 10-year limited product warranty. Product availability DIMENSION PIECE WEIGHT PALLET QUANTITY PALLET WEIGHT Cutting the sheets: Score-and-snap Straight cuts: Sheets are easily cut using the carbide tipped scoring knife. Score the board firmly using a straight edge as a guide and pull the board edge upwards to snap the board....

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Floor Installation (Interior Only) HardieBacker® 6mm is recommended for floor applications to minimize transitions between rooms. If additional height is needed, HardieBacker® 12mm can be used. 1. Ensure subfloor is structurally sound on existing floors: • Ensure subfloor is not damaged. Replace any loose, warped, uneven or damaged sections of the floor. • Make certain the subfloor has a clean and flat surface. 2. For all floors: • Use minimum 15mm WBP plywood or minimum 18mm T&G flooring grade chipboard. Ensure floor satisfies requirements of local building regulations and does not deflect...

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Wall Installation HardieBacker® 12mm is recommended for wall application for thickness transition with other products. 1. Ensure framing is structurally sound • Must comply with local building regulations. • Max stud centres = 400mm. Ensure that all corners are adequately blocked with suitable timber. • All existing old dry lining should be removed as it has potential to fail further. 2. Determine layout of HardieBacker® • Boards may be installed vertically or horizontally. • Ensure all vertical joints are made on the centre of the studs. • Score-and-snap boards to required sizes and make...

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Masonry Wall Installation HardieBacker® 6mm or 12mm can be used on top of masonry walls when space is limited. 1. Ensure wall is sound, clean and dry and ready to receive HardieBacker® • The rear of HardieBacker® must be wiped down to remove dust. • All existing old dry lining should be removed as it has the potential to fail further. 2. Use a high strength gap filling adhesive • Place 3 vertical 10-12mm beads of high strength, single part, gap filling cartridge adhesive, evenly down the back of the board. • Press board firmly against the wall into the desired position. 3. Fasten...

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Frequently asked questions 1. Do I need to prime HardieBacker® before I tile onto it? No. HardieBacker® is ready to tile once installed, just wipe down with a damp sponge to remove any dust prior to tiling. 2. Can I fix HardieBacker® using a dot and dab technique? No. HardieBacker® is not suited to this type of fixing application. Please view the masonry wall installation instructions. 3. Can I use HardieBacker® for multi-fuel or log burning stoves? Yes. 12mm HardieBacker® can be used on masonry walls as a finish to the fire opening or as a reference plate up the chimney itself....

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Health & safety instructions James Hardie recommended cutting practices Outdoors • Position cutting station so that wind will blow dust away from user or others in working area. • Use one of the following methods based on the required cutting rate: Good • Dust reducing circular saw with HardieBlade®. Better • Dust reducing circular saw equipped with HardieBlade® and HEPA vacuum extraction. Best • Score-and-snap. Indoors • Cut only using score-and-snap. • Position cutting station in a well ventilated area. • NEVER use a power saw indoors. • NEVER use a circular saw blade that does not carry...

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