Dural Waterproof Tile Systems
TILUX Waterproof Backerboard
Strong, lightweight, waterproof, and vapor-retardant XPS foam backerboard designed as a reliable tile base for wet areas.
TILUX XPS waterproof backerboard is manufactured with an extruded polystyrene foam core, polymeric cement mortar, and alkali-resistant fiber mesh to create a rigid, lightweight panel with excellent bonding strength for tile, stone, and slab installations.
Product Highlights
Board Type
XPS
Foam backerboard
Protection
Waterproof
Wet area ready
Weight
Lightweight
Easy handling
Surface
Tileable
High bond strength
Key Benefits
Waterproof Tile Base
Creates a strong waterproof substrate for tile installations in showers, bathrooms, and other wet areas.
Vapor-Retardant Performance
Helps manage moisture movement in wet area assemblies when properly installed and detailed.
Lightweight & Rigid
Easy to handle, cut, and install while maintaining a rigid structure for accurate tile placement.
High Bond Strength
Cementitious coating and fiber mesh provide excellent bonding strength for tile, slabs, and natural stone.
Easy Cutting
Can be cut cleanly with minimal mess compared to many traditional board materials.
Stud Wall Alternative
An efficient alternative to gypsum board for building walls over stud framing in wet areas.
Board Structure
Outer Mesh Layer
Alkali-resistant glass fiber mesh reinforces the board surface.
Cementitious Coating
Polymeric cement mortar creates a strong tile-bonding surface.
XPS Foam Core
Extruded polystyrene foam provides lightweight rigidity and waterproof performance.
Symmetrical Build
Both sides include polymeric cement mortar and alkali-resistant glass fiber mesh.
Recommended Applications
Shower Walls
Ideal for creating waterproof tile-ready walls in shower installations.
Bathroom Remodels
A practical solution for fast, clean wet area renovations.
Tile & Stone
Suitable as a carrier element for tile, slabs, and natural stone floor coverings.
Stud Framing
Can be used to build walls over stud framing in wet area applications.
Downloads
TILUX Backerboard Installation Guide
PDF — installation steps, waterproofing details, fastening guidance, and application recommendations.
TILUX XPS Backerboard Technical Sheet
PDF — technical data, board structure, material information, and product specifications.
Dural Product Catalog
PDF — waterproofing systems, backerboards, tile profiles, technical specifications, and installation solutions.
TILUX XPS backerboard provides a lightweight, waterproof, and tile-ready alternative for wet area wall construction and shower installations.
Always verify board thickness, framing requirements, fastening method, waterproofing details, seam treatment, and installation instructions before beginning installation.
