Installation Guide

1 | English
CUTTING HARDIEBACKER
®
CEMENT BOARD
WITH HYDRODEFENSE
™
TECHNOLOGY
• Use a straight edge as a guide to score the board’s face and snap upward along
the score line. We recommend using a carbide tipped scoring knife, but a utility
knife may also be used. The use of shears (manual, electric or pneumatic) is also
acceptable.
• For cutouts and small holes, score around perimeter and break out from the face
side with hammer.
• Using high-speed power tools (e.g. saws, grinders, etc.) to cut James Hardie
®
products may generate excessive silica dust.
NEVER cut James Hardie products indoors with these tools.
ALWAYS cut outside with adequate ventilation and/or dust collection
equipment in accordance with OSHA regulations.
To further limit respirable silica dust exposures, wear a properly-fitted NIOSH
approved dust mask or respirator (e.g. N-95 dust mask) in accordance with
applicable government regulations and manufacturer instructions.
• NEVER dry sweep – Use wet dust suppression methods, sweeping compound, or
use a vacuum to collect dust.
WALL INSTALLATION
1 | Ensure the framing is structurally sound
• Framing shall comply with local building codes and ANSI A108.11.
• Use a minimum of 2 in. x 4 in. wood studs or 20-gauge metal studs, which
must be straight, properly aligned and spaced a maximum of 16 in. on center.
• In tub and shower enclosures, ensure that the framing is adequately
reinforced at the corners and ends.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Thickness: 0.42 in.
• Dimensions: 36 in. x 60 in.
• Weight: 2.6 lb/sq. ft.
• Application: Walls, floors & countertops