Why is there a shortage of Kerdi board?

Why is there a shortage of Kerdi board?

We are dealing with a raw material shortage as a result of COVID, and we are unable to source part of the materials required for our Kerdi-Board production.

Does Lowes sell Kerdi?

Schluter Systems Kerdi 54-sq ft Orange Plastic Waterproofing Tile Membrane in the Tile Membranes department at Lowes.com.

How much is a sheet of Kerdi-board?

Waterproof Foam Board Panel. Wichita’s everyday low price! $104.89 / piece Size: 96in.

What sizes does KERDI-BOARD come in?

With the available panel thicknesses of 3/16″, 3/8″, 1/2″, 5/8″, 3/4″, 1″, 1-1/2″, and 2″ (5, 9, 12.5, 15, 19, 25, 38, and 50 mm), KERDI-BOARD allows the installer to prepare and create a broad range of substrates and building elements for the installation of ceramic and natural stone tile that are flat, level, plumb.

Can you use Kerdi on cement board?

Yes,Kerdi can be installed on drywall or cement board. However if installed on drywall it is only protecting one side. All shower/tub areas should have concrete board (I prefer hardiboard).

Can I use Kerdi-board instead of cement board?

5 Answers. First Kerdi can be installed on drywall or cement board. However if installed on drywall it is only protecting one side. The back side of the drywall fails and it is just as bad or worse than if it had an issue on the tile side.

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What kind of material is Kerdi board made of?

Kerdi-Board is a multi-functional tile substrate and building panel that can be used for creating bonded waterproofing assemblies with tile coverings. Kerdi-Board is made from an extruded polystyrene foam panel, with a special reinforcement material on both sides and fleece webbing for effective anchoring in thin-set mortar.

How are Kerdi board panels used in tile installation?

KERDI-BOARD Panels allow the installer to prepare and create a broad range of substrates and building elements for the installation of ceramic and natural stone tile that are flat, level, plumb, square, and dimensionally stable.

What can you use Schluter Kerdi board for?

Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD is a multifunctional tile substrate and building panel, which can also be used in bonded waterproofing assemblies with tile. KERDI-BOARD allows you to quickly and easily build tile-ready elements in showers, bathtub surrounds and platforms, countertops, vanities, shelving, and more!

Can a Kerdi board be used for a bathtub?

The Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-KIT combines all of the necessary components to waterproof the walls of your bathtub and acrylic shower base using waterproof building panels.