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Item: 061072

Fiberock® Brand Tile Backerboard

Unique, fiber-reinforced gypsum product that includes a water-resistant core for supreme durability and superior performance in wet and dry environments.

Available Product Options

Thickness: 1/2 in.

Width: 4 ft.

Overview

Overview

Flexibility, strength and superior water resistance deliver optimal performance in wet areas like tub and shower surrounds. Fiberock® Brand 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.

Main Features

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

  • Mold & Mildew Resistance No
  • Fire Resistance
    • Fire Rating Class A
  • ASTM E84
    • Flame Spread 5
    • Fire Rating Class A
  • ASTM Type ASTM C1278; ASTM C36; ASTM C79; ASTM D3273-10; ASTM E84
    • Flame Spread 5
    • Fire Rating Class A

Sustainability

  • Recycled Content 99%

Physical Data

  • Thickness (in.) 1/2
  • Edge Square Edge
  • Panel Size 4 ft. x 8-9 ft.

Documents & Files

Data Sheets & Specifications

Data/Submittal Sheet (English) PDF 212.6 KB

White Papers

Sell Sheet (English) PDF 12.1 MB

Catalogs & Brochures

Brochure (English) PDF 3.1 MB

Installation & Technical Manuals

Technical Guide (English) PDF 115.3 KB
Installation Guide (English) PDF 928.0 KB

SDS, Certifications & Reports

SDS (English)
SDS (Spanish) PDF 133.4 KB

Warranties

Warranties (English) PDF 158.6 KB

Sustainability

EPD (English)

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  • 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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