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1/2 in. x 4 ft. x 8 ft. Backer Board

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  • Built-in moisture barrier resists the growth of mold
  • Lightweight design offers easy installation
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The DensShield 1/2 in. x 4 ft. x 8 ft. Backer Board is an ideal substrate for ceramic tile installation. The board has a moisture barrier built-in and is approved for wet areas such as tubs or showers. The backer board is also suitable for use in dry applications or as a substrate for other material. The board is lightweight, making installation easier.
  • Suitable for use in fire-rated wall assemblies
  • No vapor barrier is required as the board has a built-in moisture barrier
  • Mold-resistant
  • Excellent for tile and non-tile installations in wet and non-wet applications
  • Suitable for use in areas of high humidity
  • Lightweight and easier to install than cement board
  • Finishes smoothly and cleanly
  • Code-approved for wet areas such as tubs and showers where green board is no longer approved
  • Backed by a lifetime limited warranty for residential applications
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Questions & Answers

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Q:Can I use this board around a gas fireplace, as non combustible material? It resists heat up to what temperature
by|Jan 17, 2023
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A:  It has to be concrete board! Durarock! For Building Codes

by|Jan 19, 2023

    A:  Pascual, We do not recommend using Gypsum panels (DensShield) behind or around fireplaces. Gypsum products cannot be exposed to sustained temperatures of more than 125°F (52°C). If exposed, the gypsum will calcine or dehydrate causing it to crumble.

    by|Jan 18, 2023
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      Q:50 sheets for 33.58
      by|Sep 4, 2022
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      A:  Terry, The price is for 1 board.

      by|Sep 7, 2022

        A:  Terry, The price is for 1 board.

        by|Sep 7, 2022
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          Q:do you need to put sheet rock up first before this in a shower ?
          by|Apr 10, 2022
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          A:  Jeff, Thank you for your interest in DensShield. DensShield is a gypsum based tile backer, so it can be installed directly to the stud. You do not need to install additional gypsum panels.

          by|Oct 27, 2022
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            Q:Can a cement backer board be used as the bottom of a raised garden
            by|Feb 13, 2022
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            A:  DensShield Tile Backer is not a cement backer board. It is a gypsum panel product with fiberglass mat backer and facer with an acrylic coating and vapor barrier. DensShield Tile Backer is not intended for exterior use. Please contact a cement board manufacturer regarding your inquiry.

            by|Feb 14, 2022

              A:  We do not recommend using DensShield for this application.

              by|Mar 4, 2022
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                May 18, 2020
                Great for bathrooms
                Our contractor swears by this product for bathrooms. I got the sheets, he did his magic, after some red guard we will be set. Pretty heavy per sheet, I was surprised at how dense and heavy it is.
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                  Easier than hardi backer...
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                    Dec 23, 2021
                    Worked as expected Would recommend...
                    Worked as expected Would recommend
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                      Oct 16, 2021
                      Worked great for our shower walls....
                      Worked great for our shower walls.
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