{"product_id":"60358","title":"James Hardie 0.42-in x 36-in x 60-in HardieBacker Fiber Cement Backer Board","description":"\n    \u003ch1\u003eHardieBacker Fiber Cement Backer Board, 0.42-in x 36-in x 60-in\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-performance HardieBacker fiber cement board delivers water-resistant, durable backing for tile in bathrooms, kitchens, and wet areas. Designed for easy scoring and snapping, it provides a stable substrate that resists mold and moisture for long-lasting installations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-Resistant Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered fiber cement composition resists moisture and mold in wet-area applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTile-Ready Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates a rigid, smooth substrate for floor, wall, and countertop tile installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Cut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Score-and-snap installation simplifies shaping panels with common tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense board resists warping and deterioration for long-term performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted Brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e From James Hardie, a leader in fiber cement building products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications Table:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.42 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePanel Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36 in x 60 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiber cement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTile backer board \/ cement board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJames Hardie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this board be used in showers or wet areas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—HardieBacker is water resistant and designed as a tile backer in showers, tub surrounds, and other wet areas when installed per the installation guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I cut the panels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Score along a straightedge and snap; holes and detailed cuts can be made with a carbide-tipped scoring tool or appropriate saw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What thickness is this product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for the 0.42-inch thickness panel in a 36-in x 60-in size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need a moisture barrier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow local code and the installation guide; in many shower applications, a vapor or moisture barrier behind the board is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What fasteners should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use corrosion-resistant backer board screws or nails as specified in the HardieBacker installation guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003ch2\u003eA Clean, Confident Foundation for Tile Mastery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHardieBacker sets the stage for exquisite tilework with a refined, understated surface that feels purpose-built and precise. Its dense fiber cement core keeps lines crisp and installations true, ensuring your grout and stone sing without distraction. Pair it with sleek porcelain or hand-crafted zellige to elevate baths and kitchens into serene retreats. It’s the quiet essential that underpins luxurious living with integrity and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild a lasting, water-resistant tile base with HardieBacker—add it to your project today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soporarbor.shop\/cdn\/shop\/files\/HardieBacker-Installation-Guide-English-Spanish-HB1710.pdf?v=1763169964\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    ","brand":"James Hardie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46899756597563,"sku":"33101","price":16.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/3499\/7051\/files\/hardie-backer-board-quarter-inch-product-image.jpg?v=1763174037","url":"https:\/\/soporarbor.shop\/products\/60358","provider":"Super Arbor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}