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  1. BillGriggs

    Correctly Joining Cement Backerboard (Durock) In Hearth?

    I've got to join two durock panels when assembling my hearth. Durock instructions note that you should join panels together and Fill joints with latex-fortified mortar or Type 1 organic adhesive and immediately embed alkali-resistant, fiberglass mesh joint tape. Is this the best method for a...
  2. BillGriggs

    Micore + Durock Strategies?

    I'm doing a hearth in front of a manufactured fireplace. I'm following manufacturer's ancient instructions (although it sounds like they are overkill). Planning on putting down 1/2" of micore 300, and then 1/4" of durock with 1 5/8" Durock screws to hold the whole thing down to the subfloor...
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