Everything you need to know about Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD

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Everything you need to know about Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD6th June 2017

Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD is a multifunctional tile substrate and building panel that gives you greater control over your tile installation project, by offering you the means to simply and easily create ideal substrates.

So whether you’re looking to build tile-ready elements in showers, bathtub surrounds, countertops, vanities or shelving units, you can quickly and easily create your ideal design, achieving substrates that are flat, level, plumb, and square.

How does it work?

Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD consists of an extruded polystyrene foam panel, with a special reinforcement material on both sides and fleece webbing for effective anchoring in thin-set mortar. This durable panel can be used for creating bonded waterproofing assemblies with tile coverings, whilst they can easily be cut to size. You will just need a utility knife to cut the boards down to the correct sizing for your project, whilst the gridlines, which are printed on the surface, are helpful for neat and quick cuts during installation.

Another advantage of installing these boards is that for most installations, tiles can be fitted right away. That said, in shower applications, a water test may be performed before setting tile to verify a successful waterproofing installation. This usually is not required but it is considered best practice. At Northants Tools, we stock Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD in a range of sizes, so it’s easy to find the perfect thickness for your project. Being super light and super strong, it’s incredibly easy to work with, but we also supply Schluter membrane adhesive, Schluter KERDI-FIX, fine head screws, washers and galvanised steel anchors to get the job done.

 

What about those tricky bends?

Don’t worry, we also supply Schluter KERDI-BOARD-V Bendy Board. This too is available in multiple thicknesses whilst it’s strong, flexible and lightweight, and you’re easily able to produce the perfect curved finishes. Simply select the thickness you’d like and then the number of boards you require and you can place your order online in a flash.

 

The main advantages of Schluter KERDI-BOARD

So we know these boards are strong, lightweight and durable, and perfectly suited for kitchen and bathroom installation projects, but why should you choose this brand over others? Well, the fact is this product is extremely versatile. It’s suitable for all construction areas and for installation over metal and wooden stud frames, green masonry and renovation surfaces. Overall, these are just a few of the reasons why you should choose Schluter KERDI-BOARD:

  • Impact resistant and rigid.
  • Waterproof and temperature resistant.
  • Vapour retardant.
  • Thermally insulating.
  • Fleece webbing for easy anchoring in thin-bed mortar.
  • Quick and easy to install.
  • Lightweight, easy to handle and transport.
  • Contains no cement or fibreglass.
  • Dust free and easy to cut.
  • Printed gridlines for precise cutting.
  • Suitable for use on any kind of background substrate.
  • Suitable for freestanding partition walls, shelves, coverings and similar surfaces

So if you’re planning a new kitchen or bathroom and want to make your life easier when the work begins, then this is without a doubt the perfect board for the job. If you’re unable to find the information you need on our website, please do not hesitate to send us a message or give us a call on 01604 859800.

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