HardieBacker cement board is a tile underlayment made for wet areas like kitchens and bathrooms. This cement-based backer board, made of 90% Portland cement and sand, resists damage from moisture, provides excellent tile adhesion, and is formulated with MoldBlock Technology to protect the board from mold growth. Its composition and structure results in the ideal combination of strength, uniform composition and performance that no other backer board can provide. HardieBacker cement board was made to be easier to work with so that regardless of how you cut your board, the result is less debris. To make installation simpler, the 1/4 in. x 3 ft. x 5 ft. sheets have James Hardie's exclusive EZ Grid recessed fastener pattern to help with nail and screw placement. HardieBacker cement board's superior strength and durability delivers a solid foundation for tile jobs to help protect your work and reputation. James Hardie stands behind HardieBacker cement board with a limited lifetime product warranty.
- The Most Preferred Brand of Backer Board by Tile Installers and Contractors
- HardieBacker 1/4 in. cement board is best used for floors and countertops
- Made better - The 90% Portland cement and sand formulation provides a solid foundation for your tile with up to 3 times the compressive strength of competitive board
- Installs better - cuts cleaner for tighter seam lines and less debris
- Performs better - unique formulation delivers a product with outstanding resistance to moisture
- Score and Snap the board by making 2-3 passes with a utility knife or a carbide tipped blade, place one hand and knee firmly along the score line, then use the opposite hand to pull the board up
- Cut HardieBacker cement board with snapper shears instead of a grinder for the same clean, sharp edges for straight seam lines while significantly reducing the amount of dust in your work environment
- Limited lifetime product warranty
