johnnyLUNG
New Member
I just installed a tub in a 3 wall alcove and have been wrestling with how to waterproof the surround. I have 3 options available to me and thought I 'd throw it out there to see what you guys thought was the best option. I think all 3 work, but I keep on waffling on which to choose. What do you think?
1) Roofing paper layered properly on studs and sealed to tub rim. Cement board on top. Joints taped. Then tile.
2) Cement board on studs. Joints taped. Coat with Redgard, then tile.
3) Cement board on studs. Kerdi, then tile.
I've heard Kerdi is best, but it's obviously more expensive and I have a hard time finding it in a store. I'd probably have to order online. Regardless, any opinions would be very much appreciated. I'm just a DIY'r trying to do right. Thanks in advance.
John
1) Roofing paper layered properly on studs and sealed to tub rim. Cement board on top. Joints taped. Then tile.
2) Cement board on studs. Joints taped. Coat with Redgard, then tile.
3) Cement board on studs. Kerdi, then tile.
I've heard Kerdi is best, but it's obviously more expensive and I have a hard time finding it in a store. I'd probably have to order online. Regardless, any opinions would be very much appreciated. I'm just a DIY'r trying to do right. Thanks in advance.
John