{"product_id":"akw-tile-backer-board-1200x600mm","title":"AKW Tile Backer Board 1200 x 600mm – Choice of 6mm, 10mm or 12mm","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAKW Tile Backer Board 1200 x 600mm – Choice of 6mm, 10mm or 12mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAKW tile backer board\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you a flat, stable, tile-ready surface for bathroom walls and floors. The 1200 x 600mm sheets are a manageable size to carry and cut, and come in three thicknesses – \u003cstrong\u003e6mm, 10mm and 12mm\u003c\/strong\u003e – so you can match the board to the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFix the boards with AKW's tile backer washers and screws, then tile straight on – a cleaner, faster base than traditional plaster or cement board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey features \u0026amp; benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1200 x 600mm sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e – easy to handle and fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree thicknesses\u003c\/strong\u003e for walls and floors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a flat, stable base for tiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut on site with a sharp knife or fine-toothed saw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix with AKW tile backer washers and screws (sold separately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich thickness should I choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a general guide, \u003cstrong\u003e6mm\u003c\/strong\u003e board is used to overlay sound, flat walls or floors where height build-up must be kept to a minimum; \u003cstrong\u003e10mm\u003c\/strong\u003e is a good all-round wall board; and \u003cstrong\u003e12mm\u003c\/strong\u003e gives extra rigidity for stud walls and floors. Always follow the board and tile manufacturer's guidance for joist and stud spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach sheet covers 0.72m². Divide your wall or floor area by 0.72 and add 10% for cuts. Call 0333 772 4162 for help.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA tiling checklist.\u003c\/strong\u003e For a long-lasting tiled bathroom, start with a flat, sound base – tile backer board fixed with backer washers and screws is ideal on stud walls and where old plaster is poor. Fix ceramic wall tiles with a suitable adhesive such as Bond it Supergrip, keep joints even with tile spacers, and allow the adhesive to dry fully before grouting with Steri-Grout. Finish exposed edges with a tile trim and use a tile-to-vinyl transition strip where tiles meet safety flooring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix with tile backer washers and screws at the spacing recommended for your substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTape and seal joints before tiling in wet areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a flexible tile adhesive suited to backer board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSizes \u0026amp; product codes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAKW code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEAN\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27705\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27706\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27707\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e–\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAKW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheet size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200 x 600mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6mm, 10mm or 12mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoverage per sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.72m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the price per sheet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, each option is one 1200 x 600mm board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fixings do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAKW tile backer washers and screws – see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-tile-backer-washers-25mm-screw-fixings-x-50-18-001-437\"\u003eAKW Tile Backer Washers \u0026amp; 25mm Screw Fixings x 50\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I tile straight onto it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, once fixed and with joints treated, the board is ready to tile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed help choosing? Call our team on \u003cstrong\u003e0333 772 4162\u003c\/strong\u003e and we will check your measurements and parts list before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akw-ltd.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2126_AKW-Spec-Sheet-Tilebackerboard_7.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAKW Tile Backer Board specification sheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AKW","offers":[{"title":"6mm","offer_id":57588980416838,"sku":"27705","price":12.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10mm","offer_id":57588980449606,"sku":"27706","price":12.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12mm","offer_id":55210891018566,"sku":"27707","price":15.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/7273\/6838\/files\/tile_backer_boards_27705_27706_27707.jpg?v=1759759601","url":"https:\/\/www.keywestbathrooms.co.uk\/products\/akw-tile-backer-board-1200x600mm","provider":"Key West Bathrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}