A few years ago, greenboard was the best type of drywall to use in high-moisture areas such as showers and kitchens. That’s because it features a paper facing which is resistant to moisture and mildew. However, it was discovered later that greenboard isn’t 100% water-resistant. After a while, it would experience water damage, leading to … Read more
Many professional and DIY enthusiasts are always reluctant to mix two waterproofing systems. There is always the fear that different waterproofing systems may be incompatible, resulting in total failure. But then, if you have two waterproofing systems, you enjoy extra protection from water damage. There are pros and cons to using two different waterproofing systems. … Read more
Kerdi Fix is a silane-modified polymer-based bonding and sealing compound made by Schluter. Even though it’s mostly used as a sealant, you can use Kerdi Fix as a joint compound. The manufacturer of this product recommends that it be used to bond the Kerdi membrane and Kerdi band. These two waterproofing products are mostly used in … Read more
Plywood has many benefits. It is a cost-effective solution. It’s available in many finishes and is suitable for use in cold and hot climates. However, plywood also has some drawbacks. For instance, you can’t tile directly over plywood. The movements experienced in the plywood will be transferred to the tiles causing them to crack or … Read more
Constructors used mortar beds before concrete boards became popular. Mortar beds comprise thin concrete mortar areas that are often created on top of wooden subfloors. The purpose of a mortar bed is mainly to give tiles a suitable surface to bond to. On the other hand, RedGard is a liquid waterproofing membrane that is highly … Read more
If you are installing tiles in your bathroom, tub, or kitchen, you will need to waterproof the walls. As you may already know, tiles are not water-resistant and will let water seep through. For an area that experiences a lot of exposure to moisture, waterproofing is crucial to ensure the structures behind do not get … Read more
When building a tub, shower, or kitchen, you will need a lot of materials such as tiles, cement boards, and faucets. One of the most important things people forget is waterproofing membranes. Anywhere there is a risk of water exposure, there must be a waterproofing material to prevent moisture from damaging other materials and leading … Read more
For those who may have never used RedGard, this liquid waterproofing material made by Custom Building Products cures into a monolithic membrane. RedGard is one of the most popular waterproofing materials because it is effective and very easy to install. RedGard can be applied on a wide range of substrates. Today, we will be focusing on how … Read more
When constructing or renovating a shower, kitchen, or any room that will be exposed to a lot of moisture, expect to deal with a lot of waterproofing products. Waterproofing is necessary as it ensures the water or moisture doesn’t seep through the walls and floor, damaging structures and leading to mold growth. Some of the … Read more
When setting up a shower or bathtub, you must be 100% sure there won’t be leaks. Some of the products you can use to waterproof your shower system are RedGard and Kerdi. These two are different systems that should be used separately. You either use Kerdi or RedGard to waterproof your shower. And the good … Read more
Dry pack mortar goes by many names, such as floor or deck mud. It is a mixture of sand and Portland cement hydrated with water. Dry pack has many uses, such as fixing repair cracks, filling holes, and any typical repair of small areas which are mostly deeper than wider. Using a dry pack comes … Read more