Recent content by Tileguy

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    Barbeque Island Construction

    NO you can not use Hardi for any of it. and NO again 1/4" is rated for floors only not walls. When in doubt ask the guys who make it and James Hardi says no Hardi backer for exterior applications period none at all. Durock however will work fine.
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    Hardi Backer for exterior applications

    This is a quote from Hardi backer faq on thier site. "In accordance with National Evaluation Service Report NER-405, HardieBacker board is recognized only as an interior substrate." Do not recommend Hardi Backer for exterior installs you are giving bad information. I hate to see people miss...
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    New Island Build

    Im new here so Im a little late however you can still save your outdoor kitchen. Hardi Board is NOT rated for exterior use at all. Go to hardi site and in specs you will se NO Exterior and no steam shower applications. You need to replace with Durock. 20 years experience can teach you alot and...