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What Are the Various Types of Drywall Board?

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    There is a required substrate or base layer that must be laid before any tile can be installed in any room of the house. Most showers use a substrate called tile backer, which is also known as cement board or cement backer board.

    More so than almost any other surface material, ceramic and porcelain tile demand a substrate that is stable, flat, and flex-free. The slightest shift in the building's framework can be transmitted to the tile, causing it to break. Wet areas like bathrooms, with their showers and bathtubs, require a substrate that can withstand the constant presence of water. This is important in case water gets behind your tiles because of a broken tile or grout.

    An excellent way to update the look of a bathroom is to tile the inside of the shower. A tile wall is not only beautiful, but also highly long-lasting and durable. Installation of the proper drywall board below the tile can further complicate things. This is especially true when taking into account the total amount of moisture that the wall will be exposed to over its useful life. Looking for the best tiling renovations? Look no further! Hitch Property Constructions has you covered.

     

    Tiles Floor FAQs

    Do you need to tile behind a toilet? No, tiles are only necessary where, because of damp or splashes, the wall must be protected from water ingress.

    The three toughest tiles are granite, ceramic, and porcelain with porcelain winning hands down as the toughest. However, porcelain can be hard to work with when installing, so it's possible you'll have uneven cuts in some sections.

    Grout doesn't last forever. You can expect a lifespan between eight and sixteen years. Its lifespan will vary depending on how you treat your shower. Odds are, you have no idea when your grout was installed.

    Matte tiles don't show grime the way glossy tiles do. The reflective surface of the glossy tile will show soap scum and water stains very quickly. If you're someone who doesn't like to clean the shower in-between uses, matte tile is the best way to go.

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    Drywall Board Types

    Shower Tiles

    Regular 

    It is possible to instal shower tiles directly into regular drywall, but this should be avoided if at all possible. Even under ideal conditions, tile and grout will eventually wear out, exposing the drywall to water. This problem can occur with tile and grout despite regular upkeep. An effective water barrier must be placed behind the current drywall and along the wall studs if an alternative type of drywall is not readily available. The purpose of doing this is to protect the wall's base from being eroded by water. Since water weakens drywall, it may undermine the tile's structural integrity if it were used.

    Blueboard

    Behind the pretty tiles you'll usually discover blueboard, a form of plasterboard frequently used for shower tile walls. For its inexpensive price, high durability against water, and simple availability, blue board is an excellent choice for those on a tight budget. The blue board's set-up is also not hindered by any substantial hurdles. Installation of blueboard is quite similar to that of normal drywall, and so only a fundamental familiarity with the latter's installation is required. However, despite its water-resistance, the tile must have a water barrier installed between it and the blueboard, and all connections must be sealed.

    Greenboard

    There are numerous similarities between greenboard and blue board, despite the fact that they are most different in the production process. Since it is made from recycled materials, Greenboard is a fantastic option for anyone who are concerned about their impact on the environment. There is no discernible difference between the blue board and the greenboard set up process. Additionally, a water barrier is required to prevent moisture from penetrating the board. Blueboard and green board can share the same water membranes. Because water will seep through the tiles if there is no water barrier behind them, installing a water barrier is an essential step in the process of installing any kind of drywall.

    Cement Backerboard

    The most common substrate for tiled walls is cement board, the toughest and most water-resistant variety of drywall. Due to its higher weight, cement board requires slightly different installation procedures than drywall. Before any of this can be started, a jigsaw cut is required to get the cement backer board to the right dimensions. The following step is to use concrete screws to securely fasten the board to the studs in the wall.

    Unfortunately, drywall screws are not adequate for this job. Seam tape and a waterproof membrane can be used to seal off the seams in a building and prevent water from entering. Behind the cement board, you need to put up a vapour barrier to prevent moisture vapour from escaping. This will prevent moisture vapour from escaping. You can use plastic sheets for this purpose, and they will assist lessen the damage caused by water getting beneath the board. Check out our range of tiling renovations Melbourne at Hitch Property Constructions.

    We have completed several bathroom renovations over the years, and most of them have been in homes that are only 5-15 years old. The vast majority of problems arise when ceramic tile is put directly over drywall in bathrooms and other damp areas. Because of this, try to picture the ubiquitous 4-inch ceramic tiles that have been installed over drywall when someone reports to me over the phone that they have tiles in their shower that they can push in with their hands, that the tiles are falling off the wall, or that they appear "squishy." This is what they have in the great majority of cases.

    Despite the fact that this is not just a bad method of tiling but also an inefficient one. This practise is often used by people who build new homes and those who modify old ones for one simple reason: it is cost-effective. Outside of the cost, there are no advantages.

    Most of these installations show signs of water damage on the studs, moist drywall, mould or mildew stains, ants, and other insects attracted to water. There's a perpetual, dark discoloration in the caulking where the shower base meets the tiled shower wall. If you re-caulked this joint, it would only take a few months for the caulk to turn back to its original black colour. However, the drywall can become damp because water actually does seep through the grout. The regular rain and high humidity make it impossible for anything to dry off completely. One last thing to think about is the benefits of a good bathroom exhaust fan.

    In other words, even if the drywall has been treated to tolerate moisture from showers and tub-shower combinations, tile should never be installed underneath it. However, proper vapour barrier construction is essential when utilising such materials. Because of the dew point, water vapour will condense inside the wall assembly if there is no vapour barrier to prevent it from passing through the wall. Without a proper vapour barrier, water vapour will be able to permeate a building (on outside walls). If utilised as directed, a product should function as expected.

    There are a few things to keep in mind before beginning the installation of any kind of drywall. Taking down the old tile and drywall is a dirty job. Be sure to wear protective eyewear and keep a window cracked for ventilation. Second, the installation process could take a few days, so you could not have access to a shower for that amount of time. As a final safety measure, turn off the water and electricity to the area.

    There are numerous kinds of board that could work for a shower wall, but moisture is the primary factor to think about. No matter what sort of board you pick, you'll still need to instal a waterproof membrane below your tile. This will prevent water from wreaking havoc on the wall's structural integrity and also shield the backboard from harm. Water barriers installed below drywall can further reduce the likelihood of structural damage caused by water seepage.

    Conclusion

    Tile backer (also known as cement board or cement backer board) is a common substrate used in showers. Putting up a tile wall is a great investment because it is both aesthetically pleasing and extremely long-lasting. If a more suitable variety of drywall is not easily accessible, an effective water barrier must be installed behind the existing drywall and along the wall studs. Cement board, the hardest and most water-resistant variety of drywall, is typically used as the substrate for tiled walls. Due to its heavier weight, cement board requires slightly different installation procedures than drywall.

    We need a water barrier to keep water out of the board. Water does actually seep through grout and cause dampness in drywall. The risk of structural damage from water seepage can be reduced further by installing water barriers beneath the drywall.

    Content Summary

    • There is a required substrate or base layer that must be laid before any tile can be installed in any room of the house.
    • Wet areas like bathrooms, with their showers and bathtubs, require a substrate that can withstand the constant presence of water.
    • This is important in case water gets behind your tiles because of a broken tile or grout.
    • An excellent way to update the look of a bathroom is to tile the inside of the shower.
    • Installation of the proper drywall board below the tile can further complicate things.
    • Even under ideal conditions, tile and grout will eventually wear out, exposing the drywall to water.
    • An effective water barrier must be placed behind the current drywall and along the wall studs if an alternative type of drywall is not readily available.
    • The purpose of doing this is to protect the wall's base from being eroded by water.
    • Behind the pretty tiles you'll usually discover blueboard, a form of plasterboard frequently used for shower tile walls.
    • The blue board's set-up is also not hindered by any substantial hurdles.
    • Installation of blueboard is quite similar to that of normal drywall, and so only a fundamental familiarity with the latter's installation is required.
    • There are numerous similarities between greenboard and blue board, despite the fact that they are most different in the production process.
    • There is no discernible difference between the blue board and the greenboard setup process.
    • Blueboard and green board can share the same water membranes.
    • Because water will seep through the tiles if there is no water barrier behind them, installing a water barrier is an essential step in the process of installing any kind of drywall.
    • The most common substrate for tiled walls is cement board, the toughest and most water-resistant variety of drywall.
    • Before any of this can be started, a jigsaw cut is required to get the cement backer board to the right dimensions.
    • The following step is to use concrete screws to securely fasten the board to the studs in the wall.
    • Behind the cement board, you need to put up a vapour barrier to prevent moisture vapour from escaping.
    • We have completed several bathroom renovations over the years, and most of them have been in homes that are only 5-15 years old.
    • The vast majority of problems arise when ceramic tile is put directly over drywall in bathrooms and other damp areas.
    • Because of this, try to picture the ubiquitous 4-inch ceramic tiles that have been installed over drywall when someone reports to me over the phone that they have tiles in their shower that they can push in with their hands, that the tiles are falling off the wall, or that they appear "squishy."
    • This practise is often used by people who build new homes and those who modify old ones for one simple reason: it is cost-effective.
    • Outside of the cost, there are no advantages.
    • Most of these installations show signs of water damage on the studs, moist drywall, mould or mildew stains, ants, and other insects attracted to water.
    • One last thing to think about is the benefits of a good bathroom exhaust fan.
    • In other words, even if the drywall has been treated to tolerate moisture from showers and tub-shower combinations, tile should never be installed underneath it.
    • However, proper vapour barrier construction is essential when utilising such materials.
    • Because of the dew point, water vapour will condense inside the wall assembly if there is no vapour barrier to prevent it from passing through the wall.
    • Without a proper vapour barrier, water vapour will be able to permeate a building (on outside walls).
    • There are a few things to keep in mind before beginning the installation of any kind of drywall.
    • Taking down the old tile and drywall is a dirty job.
    • There are numerous kinds of board that could work for a shower wall, but moisture is the primary factor to think about.
    • No matter what sort of board you pick, you'll still need to instal a waterproof membrane below your tile.
    • This will prevent water from wreaking havoc on the wall's structural integrity and also shield the backboard from harm.
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