What Are The Advantages Of Waterproof Tile Backer Board
Waterproof Backer Board is a new type of structural and functional material that uses XPS extruded polystyrene board as the core, with fiberglass mesh and waterproof polymer materials laminated on both sides. It is primarily used for thin-set tile installation in wet areas such as bathrooms, as well as for wrapping bathroom drainage pipes. It can also serve various purposes, such as bathtub panels, shower niches, and shower baseboards. Additionally, it can be used as a backing board for wall-mounted toilets.
Waterproof backer boards are widely used in Europe and North America, but due to their relatively high application costs, they are not yet very common in China. Currently, they are mainly targeted at high-end residential customers who demand high-quality construction techniques. The advantages of waterproof backer boards include the following:
1. Excellent Thermal Insulation: Compared to traditional materials, waterproof backer boards use XPS extruded polystyrene as the core material. The low thermal conductivity of XPS provides superior insulation.
2. Outstanding Waterproof and Moisture-Resistant Performance: The waterproof polymer material laminated on both sides effectively blocks moisture and water in bathrooms and wet areas. When used in villas' ground floors or basements, it provides excellent moisture resistance, significantly improving living quality by eliminating concerns about dampness and mold.
3. High Compressive Strength: Ordinary insulation boards typically have a compressive strength of 110–120 kPa, whereas XPS extruded polystyrene used in waterproof backer boards ranges from 200–1200 kPa, making it fully suitable for general household structural applications.
4. Superior Sound Insulation: With the rapid development of urban construction in China, noise pollution during renovations and daily life has become a major concern. When used to wrap bathroom drainage pipes, waterproof backer boards effectively reduce noise from water flow between floors.
5. Easy Installation: The boards can be easily cut to size as needed. Compared to traditional structural materials like OSB or wooden boards, waterproof backer boards can be customized into various structural panels for bathrooms, such as vanity countertops, bathtub panels, and shower baseboards, meeting diverse customer requirements.
