Wherever superior performance is required, trust in HardieBacker 6mm floor tiling backer board. HardieBacker 6mm features innovative MouldBlock Technology deeming it a durable water and mould-resistant alternative to plywood for tiling floors. 

Unlike plywood and plasterboard, HardieBacker excels in wet areas like kitchens and bathrooms and is an ideal substrate for vinyl, natural stone and ceramic tiles. 

Its lack of paper facing keeps mould growth at bay and ensures the boards will not warp or rot when exposed to water. Aside from offering impressive protection against moisture damage, it also boasts excellent adhesive properties, ensuring that whatever ceramic or stone tile you use, it will hold strong with applied weights of up to 200 kg/m2. 

What's more, this no-mesh board features an innovative EZ Grid recessed pattern, saving you time and effort when installing. 

6mm Tile Backer Board 1200mm x 800mm Applications

The Hardiebacker Tile Backer Board is a plasterboard alternative cement board specifically designed for use in wet areas such as kitchens and bathrooms.

When tiling a wooden floor, HardieBacker Board offers a sturdy and flat surface upon which to tile, reducing excessive flex and hence preventing grout from cracking. 

When installing onto wooden floors we recommend using insulation fixing washers and screws. 

When installing backer boards onto concrete sub floor we suggest using flexible tile adhesive, ensuring the floor is primed prior to installation.  

For the best protection against moisture damage we recommend using 6mm HardieBacker Board in the following applications: 

• Vinyl, natural stone and ceramic tiles substrate
• Floors and countertops
• Masonry walls

6mm Hardie Backer Board Specifications

Thanks to its unique cement formulation and MouldBlock Technology, 6mm HardieBacker board is impervious to water damage and won't rot, swell or warp, even when exposed to the wettest conditions.

Aside from its water-resistant properties, HardieBacker offers many benefits. 

Let's check the specs: 

• Up to 3x the compressive strength of competitive boards - great surface for tiles
• Easy to cut - single score and snap clean cuts
• Superior waterproof surface to fix wall or floor tiles
• Can be installed over existing timber floor or with underfloor heating systems for first class heat insulation
• Includes EZ Grid recessed fastener pattern making installation easier 
• Clean cuts ensure all edges align tightly 
• Less dust and debris emitted in the cutting process
• No loose aggregate or filler 
• Highest flexural strength
• 90% Portland cement and sand
• Suitable for use in wet rooms and bathroom 
• Dimensions: 1200 x 800 x 6mm 
• Fastens directly to any floor, wall or wooden frame 

How to Cut HardieBacker

Tile backer boards can be cut with a simple stanley knife and a straight edge - no expensive power tools required. 

The boards can be cut in various shapes and sizes, meaning you can cut around pipes and appliances by hand. 

About James Hardie

James Hardie is a leading manufacturer of building boards such as Fermacell and HardieBacker. It is known for creating durable, high-quality products that have superior performance to other traditional materials such as plasterboard and plywood. 

James Hardie tile backer boards have a unique formulation that contains no loose aggregate or filler, giving them a uniform composition that can carry up to 200kg/m2 of tile hanging weight.