Questions and Answers for DensShield 1/2 in. x 4 ft. x 8 ft. Backer Board

A:  Look in the Technical Specs for the ASTM rating, it is there. you CAN use RedGuard, but why would you? You'd only need to use RG at the seams and to cover the screws, if you choose to. Tech specs at: https://www.buildgp.com/product/densshield-tile-backer/ there's a PDF with all the info you need.

A:  yes and yes. Will work perfectly for shower walls. From the technical guide: DensShield panels are mold resistant, and have scored a 10, the highest level of performance for mold resistance under the ASTM D3273 test method, a testing standard set by ASTM International. In addition, the mold resistance of DensShield Tile Backer has been validated by UL Environment and listed in its Sustainable Product Guide utilizing microbial resistant testing based on ASTM Standard D6329-98. Technical Guide and Install instructions on the GP Web page: https://www.buildgp.com/product/densshield-tile-backer/

A:  The definition states for ceramic tile. It doesn't exclude porcelain tile. I think it mentions ceramic tile because it is far more commonly used than porcelain.

A:  You can use porcelain tiles on Dens-Shield.

A:  need pricing for one sheet of dens shield

A:  money

A:  Hi Marty, Please contact your local Home Depot store for DensShield® Tile Backer price and availability in your area.

A:  Bigguy: Thank you for your inquiry with HomeDepot.com. Unfortunately, the DensShield 1/2 in. x 4 ft. x 8 ft. Backer Board is currently out of stock and does not have an ETA. Please check back with the webpage for this item for updates. We hope this information is helpful, we appreciate your business.

A:  You can find 4x5 1/2 inch and 4x4 1/4 inch sizes of Dens-Shield at Dorothy's Tile & Stone at 925 Carver Road in Modesto. Contact directly at 209-521-9395 or online at www.dorothystile.com

A:  DensShield Tile Backer can be attached directly to the studs, either wood or 20 gauge steel. Drywall is not required behind DensShield. Fasteners should be spaced 6" o.c.

A:  Yes, this is the ideal product for that application.

A:  Just use a bit of thinset to fill the screw holes and fill your joints. No membrane needed, it's got a moisture barrier built in.

A:  Are you asking if yo u should apply RedGard or a similar product on top of DensShield? if so, the answer is no, you do not need to paint anything on top of it before tiling. You do need to use fiberglass tape at the seams, and use thinset or RedGard to affix it. Check out the Installation manual at https://www.buildgp.com/product/densshield-tile-backer/

A:  Hi Bill, this 1/2 in. x 4 ft. x 8 ft. Backer Board, is a store exclusive item and only able to be bought in a Home Depot store. Unfortunately we do not sell it with online stock for purchase and we are not able to advise when local Home Depot stores are re-stocked of specific items. I would advise you visit or contact your local Home Depot store for pricing and availability. Please follow the steps below to localize your Homedepot.com as well: 1. Localize Homedepot.com using your zip code (My Store Location: Change) 2. Choose the store where you want to pick up the item (Make this my Store) We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you in the future. Thank you for shopping Home Depot!

A:  It's about $10-15, very affordable!

A:  Hi Joe, DensShield does not offer this to be purchased by the sheet. We apologize for the inconvenience. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you in the future. Thank you for shopping Home Depot!

A:  Try your local Lowes. You'll probably only get the smaller sheet (roughly 4x5), but at least you can get it. I live in a major metropolitan area (Philadelphia) and the nearest seller other than Lowes is 47 miles away in Armpit, NJ or some other fanciful hamlet.

A:  In non-tile areas as you describe, apply a 2" wide fiberglass mesh tape to any joints and skim the surface with a setting type compound to achieve a smooth and paintable finish. Consult the paint department for their recommended paint finish in this type of area.

A:  Yes. DensShield can be painted in non-wet areas and finished like regular drywall.

A:  This is a tile backer, same as wonder board