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Fiberock® Tile Backerboard

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thickness: 1/2 in.

width: 3 ft.

overview

overview

Flexibility, strength and superior water resistance deliver optimal performance in wet areas like tub and shower surrounds. USG Fiberock® Tile Backerboard panels are a unique, fiber-reinforced gypsum product that includes a water-resistant core for supreme durability and superior performance in wet and dry environments alike. Easy to cut and install, these panels are ideal for use under tile, vinyl, or paint.

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Unlike traditional water-resistant gypsum board, Fiberock® Brand Tile Backerboard is made of a uniquely uniform composition, which creates a strong, mold-resistant product that holds tough when wet. These panels have no paper face to delaminate, tear or scratch, ensuring the product maintains its integrity.
  • Certified recycled content of 95 percent
  • Uniform composition provides both strength and water resistance
  • Use in both wet and dry areas throughout the home
  • Ideal under tile, stone, vinyl, hardwood flooring, laminate flooring and carpeting
  • Superior tile bond — three times industry standard
  • Recognized by major resilient-flooring and adhesive manufacturers
  • Free of resins, adhesives, and solvents that might stain a vinyl floor
  • Provides a smooth, flat, paintable surface for wall applications.
  • Easy to cut, fasten and install
  • Made in the U.S.A.

applications

  • Bars Restaurants and Dining Areas
  • Cafeterias
  • Dormitories
  • Guest Rooms and Suites
  • Health and Fitness
  • Kitchens and Food Prep Areas
  • Multi-Family Residential and Condos
  • Patient Rooms
  • Restrooms, Utility Rooms and Loading Docks
  • Single-Family Residential

specifications

submittal-sheet PDF 212.6 KB

performance

  • anti-mold-mildew-resistance yes
  • fireResistance
    • fireRating Class A
  • ASTM E84
    • astmFlameSpread 5
    • fireRating Class A
  • astmType ASTM C1278; ASTM C36; ASTM C79; ASTM D3273-10; ASTM E84
    • astmFlameSpread 5
    • fireRating Class A

sustainability

  • averageRecycledContent 97%

physical-data

  • thickness-with-units 1/2
  • edgeProfile Square Edge
  • panel-size 3 ft. x 5 ft.
  • material Fiber-Reinforced Gypsum

Documents & Files

Data Sheets & Specifications

data-submittal-sheets (english) PDF 212.6 KB

white_papers

sell-sheets (english) PDF 12.1 MB

Catalogs & Brochures

brochure (english) PDF 3.1 MB

inst_tech_manuals

tech-guides (english) PDF 115.3 KB
installation-guide (english) PDF 928.0 KB

sds_certs_reports

sds-msds (english)
sds-msds (spanish) PDF 133.4 KB

warranties

warranties (english) PDF 158.6 KB

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  • For help with pricing, availability, or delivery, please call 800.874.4968 (Monday–Friday, 7am–6pm Central)
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q & a

  • Can I lean Fiberock® Brand Panels against walls?

    Fiberock Panels are heavy and should be stacked flat on the floor. Serious injury can occur from falling panels.

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