What is the Australian standard for waterproofing?
What is the Australian standard for waterproofing?
– Australian Standard 3740-2010 Waterproofing of wet areas within residential buildings (38 pages).
When did waterproofing become compulsory in Australia?
1996
What is the minimum width for a shower?
36 inches by 36 inches
Do you have to waterproof the whole bathroom?
The entire floor must be waterproofed and the wall fully waterproofed to 150mm above the floor level. The walls of the shower must be water-resistant to a height of 1800mm. Most waterproofing professionals recommend waterproofing the entire bathroom floor.
Can you waterproof a bathroom yourself?
Can I do my own waterproofing? In Queensland and NSW, you can only do your own waterproofing if you’re licensed to do so (i.e. the work must be done by someone with a licence).
Do you need to use Redgard over cement board?
As long as it’s Cement Board & not some crappy “almost” cement board stuff. You really don’t need the RedGard, but the more protection the better…so go for it. And yes, you can do the boards beforehand. But, hit the filled seams & screws (your weak points) as soon as a panel is ready to give it some time to setup.
Does tile stick to RedGard?
Using RedGard under floor and wall tile will create a barrier that will be undisturbed after the tile is installed and grouted. Water damage prevention is active from both sides of the RedGard membrane. When it dries, it is a solid, dark red, so you know when it is time to apply thin-set mortar and tiles.
How do you fasten cement board?
In general, 1 1/2-inch galvanized nails will hold the board firmly in place. For flooring or wall installation, some builders choose to apply a thin layer of thinset mortar under the cement board to prevent any shifting or expansion. Even if you use this extra adhesive, you should still apply the nails or screws.
Which is better Hardie board or durock?
Durock is a reliable cement product that contains glass mesh. It is the heavier of the two materials, which means it is more difficult to use and maneuver. HardieBacker is much more light, and it is also the best selling brand of cement board available. It is much cleaner because it does not have any glass in it.
Does a shower need a vapor barrier?
No matter how watertight you think your shower is, moisture in the form of water vapor may still get in. They are required beneath your shower pan and behind your shower walls. Moisture barriers can be made of polyethylene or a membrane that is rolled directly onto the drywall.