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Hardie® Backer Cement Boards with MoldBlock® Technology

Hardie® Backer Cement Boards with MoldBlock® Technology

Product Information:

James Hardie HardieBacker offers superior strength and durability so that your floors/walls are stable. Prevent moisture damage in wet areas by installing HardieBacker 1/4" or HardieBacker 500 on your walls, floors and countertops.

Certifications:

2015 NGBS
Practice # Practice Points Available Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points
602.1.11 Tile backing materials installed under tile surfaces in wet area are in accordance with ASTM C1178, C1278, C1288, or C1325. Mandatory Product is installed behind tile in wet areas.

Manufacturer's Comments: James Hardie's HardieBacker® cement boards with exclusive MoldBlock technology provide an exceptional bonding surface for tile, while protecting against moisture damage and mold growth.
602.1.6 Termite-resistant materials are used in portions of the building. 2-6 To earn two points, product is used in conjunction with other termite-resistant materials for the first 2 feet of all the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall cladding, and exterior deck components in zones with slight to moderate termite infestation. Four points are awarded when used in conjunction with other termite-resistant materials for the first 3 feet in moderate to heavy termite zones, and six points are awarded for use with other termite-resistant materials for all of the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall cladding, and exterior deck components in areas of very heavy termites.

Manufacturer's Comments: James Hardie fiber cement products demonstrate resistance to termite attack.
611.4.2 5 A minimum of 10 products with certified EPDs were selected and installed.

Manufacturer's Comments: James Hardie backer board has a 3rd party verified EPD.
2020 NGBS
Practice # Practice Points Available Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points
602.1.11 Tile backing materials installed under tiled surfaces in wet areas. Mandatory. Mandatory Product is installed behind tile in wet areas.

Manufacturer's Comments: James Hardie's HardieBacker® cement boards with exclusive MoldBlock technology provide an exceptional bonding surface for tile, while protecting against moisture damage and mold growth.
602.1.6 Termite-resistant materials are used for the foundation, all structural walls, floors, concealed roof spaces not accessible for inspection, exterior decks, and exterior claddings within the first 2 ft above the top of the foundation. 2 points available. 2-6 To earn two points, product is used in conjunction with other termite-resistant materials for the first 2 feet of all the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall cladding, and exterior deck components in zones with slight to moderate termite infestation. Four points are awarded when used in conjunction with other termite-resistant materials for the first 3 feet in moderate to heavy termite zones, and six points are awarded for use with other termite-resistant materials for all of the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall cladding, and exterior deck components in areas of very heavy termites.

Manufacturer's Comments: James Hardie fiber cement products demonstrate resistance to termite attack.
611.1.2 At least 10 different products are installed with product-specific Type III EPDs. All EPDs are certified as complying with the goal and scope for cradle-to-gate requirements in accordance with ISO Standards 14025 and 21930. 5 points available. 5 A minimum of 10 products with certified EPDs were selected and installed.

Manufacturer's Comments: James Hardie backer board has a 3rd party verified EPD.

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