How to Install GoBoard: A Step-by-Step Guide Durable, Ultra-Lightweight, Waterproof Tile Backer Board
Introducing GoBoard Every tiling project requires a durable, waterproof surface under the tile, called a tile backer board.
Getting Started: Products Getting Started: Prep Steps Step-by-step instructions are on the following pages, but first, here’s everything you’ll need to complete your project, in addition to GoBoard, by application type: Prior to installation, make sure your space is fully prepped: • Remove fixtures in bathroom and shower like faucets and towel racks • Remove any nearby electrical outlets, trim, old tile and setting materials 1/4" GOBOARD TO INSTALL ON WOOD FLOORS, CONCRETE FLOORS & COUNTERTOPS: 1 Dry s
How to Measure & Cut GoBoard 1 Measure for the first board placement, and with your pen or pencil, mark where you need to cut it to fit. For big tiling areas, you will have pieces of GoBoard that you won’t need to cut.
How to Attach GoBoard to Walls & Ceilings 1 1 After you place each board to see that it fits snugly, mark the stud location on GoBoard so you know where to attach it 2 Liberally apply a continuous layer of polyurethane sealant on the bottom edge, making sure that it squeezes out when you position, set, or butt the boards next to each other to ensure the seal is waterproof 3 Fasten the first piece of GoBoard to the stud using the backer board screws or roofing nails 4 Make sure your nails or scr
How to Seal & Waterproof GoBoard to Walls & Ceilings 1 Remember, GoBoard is inherently waterproof, but any edge, joint, change of plane, and fastener location must be sealed to protect the whole system against water damage and mold. 1 Apply sealant on every nail or screw hole 2 Use a putty knife to spread the sealant Check every edge, joint, change of plane and fastener location to ensure complete coverage and no pinholes.
How to Attach GoBoard to Floors & Countertops 2 Before you attach GoBoard to floors, you need to apply thin-set mortar directly on a clean, dry and flat subfloor or countertop plywood base.
Product Checklist Here’s everything you’ll need to complete your project, in addition to GoBoard and your selected tile: TO ATTACH (pick one): Galvanized roofing nails (1½" long) Backer board screws (1¼" long) to fasten GoBoard to wood TO BOND TO FLOORS & COUNTERTOPS: Dry set mortar or polymer modified thinset mortar Tool Checklist Appropriate roofing nail or backer board screw fastening device (nail gun on a lower pressure setting or drill) Utility knife Pencil or pen for marking Stra
