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Which is better, a cement backer board like Hardie Backer, or an uncoupling membrane like Schluter Ditra. There are actually quite a few choices of both kinds, Durock Hardie board, Wonder board are just a few of the brands of cement backer board to choose from. Then you have uncoupling membranes like Schluter Ditra, Mapei Mapeguard UM, Laticrete StrataMat, and Ardex Flexbone just to name a few. So which is better? If you know how they work, then you will be able to figure that out. In this video I explain what the main differences between the two types of tile floor underlayments are, and I give you reasons why you should choose one type over the other and exactly why it is better.
All tile installed by Sal DiBlasi, Elitetile Company, in the Boston North Shore area. This video contains affiliate links, which means I will receive a small commission if you click on the product link.
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