As we are all aware the long-term performance of the waterproofing membrane in your client’s bathroom is about the correct selection and installation of this product to the manufacture’s installation requirements.
Villaboard™ is a widely use substrate for walls in the wet areas, its durability and performance means it continues to be the product of choice by tradies, a couple of key things to remember:
Don't use stud adhesive with Villaboard™,
Use nails when fixing to timber studs and screw to steel frame.
Ensure you review the full technical documents below to refresh you and your trade understanding:
A couple, specific details James Hardie™ would like to draw you attend to include:
In situations where you have internal or external corner which is not back supported in either steel or timber frame, a non-ferrous reinforced corner angle is required as a best practice minimise movement and waterproofing membrane damage.
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The second is the use of Hardie™ Base Coat which has been specifically developed for use with Villaboard™ lining and offer superior joint strength when compared with the gypsum jointing compound alternatives. Gypsum based topcoat can be used as a 3rd finish topcoat for non-tiled area’s without affecting the James Hardie™ system warranty.
