Hardiebacker is also the go to choice when it comes to countertops and tile.
Vinyl tile on hardibacker.
The vinyl will telegraph every slight imperfection up through the tiles so you will be able to see joint dent and even screw head.
I would avoid doing this if i were you.
It has a warranty that extends over the use of vinyl tile applications.
For best results remove existing floor covering especially if it is in poor condition.
I have not seen anyone try to put vinyl over it.
Here is my concern.
Works under interior floors to provide a solid foundation for tile vinyl wood and other flooring.
If thickness is an issue however 1 4 inch thick backer board can be safely installed.
Hi i expected to install tile on my bathroom floor so i installed cement fiber board.
If installing hardiebacker cement board over existing floor ensure the floor is flat.
Durock is too abrasive and can damage vinyl porcelain and enamel.
It provides a smooth uniform surface to work with.
Cement board is a cement backerboard designed for use with floors and countertops.
If you were to trowel a thin set like product over the hardibacker and let it dry thoroughly you could successfully install tile over that.
1 4 luan plywood is common for use underneath vinyl flooring.
Cement backer board is for use under tile.
James hardie hardiebacker 1 4 in.
I have since decided to install vinyl sheet flooring.
Hardiebacker does not contain any course materials so it is the preferable choice.
To smooth the floor i covered screw.
Steps to follow in how to install tiles in the hardie backer board.
That s why it was named the most preferred brand of backer board by tile installers and contractors according to the 2019 tile and stone report conducted by clearseas research in partnership with the national tile contractors association and tile magazine.
Hardiebacker cement board may be installed under or over vinyl composition tile vct and other resilient flooring.