Introduction:
XPS Foam Tile Backer Insulation Board is a kind of water-proof panel, extruded polystyrene foam board and cement fiber are the main raw materials. And the double surfaces has fiberglass mesh and a thin cement polymer mortar. Nowadays ,many designer like to use XPS tile backer board used in the under floor system , floor, wall, ceiling etc. It acts as a very efficient thermal barrier.
Foam Backer Board for Tile, Wet Rooms and Shower Walls
This XPS foam backer board is designed for buyers who need a lightweight tile backer board for wet rooms, shower walls, bathroom floors and underfloor heating build-ups. For contractors, distributors and project buyers, the key buying decision is not only the board name, but whether the panel can support waterproof tile installation, insulation layers and practical job-site cutting.
Banarta supplies XPS tile backer board products for projects where buyers need a rigid foam board with cement-coated surfaces, fiberglass mesh reinforcement and XPS core construction. The existing specification table below lists the available technical values already published for this product; project requirements should be confirmed against the required thickness, facing and application environment before ordering.
Foam Backer Board vs Cement Board
Buyer Question | XPS Foam Backer Board | Cement Board |
|---|---|---|
Handling on site | Lightweight foam-core structure, easier to cut and carry during bathroom or wet room installation. | Usually heavier and more labor-intensive to handle. |
Wet area use | Built for waterproof tile backing when used with the correct sealing, joints and installation method. | Often needs additional waterproofing system design. |
Thermal layer | XPS core can help separate the tiled surface from heat-loss areas in floor or wall assemblies. | Primarily a rigid backing board, not selected for insulation value. |
Project fit | Suitable for contractors and distributors looking for tile-ready wet room board options. | Suitable where a traditional mineral board is preferred. |
Procurement Notes for Contractors and Distributors
- Use the published specification table on this page to check available board properties before quoting a project.
- Confirm thickness, board size, facing requirement and installation environment before bulk purchasing.
- For OEM, distributor or project supply, send the application details so Banarta can match the correct foam backer board option.
Related category: XPS Tile Backer Board. Support guide: XPS Tile Backer Board Guide.
Specification
Features | Specifications |
Density of XPS Foam Board | 30-45kg/m3 |
Thermal Conductivity | 0.028-0.036w/m.k |
XPS Foam Core Compressive Strength | 300kpa++ |
Flexural Strength | 2.05±0.02Mpa |
XPS Foam Core Color | Yellow/Blue/White/Pink/Green |
Water Absorption(2-days immersion) | 0.2%by volume |
Flammability | Class E |
Typical Applications:
XPS Foam Tile Backer Insulation Board has a wide application in many places.
It could be a watertight layer on walls ,floors in houses or hotels. Especially there are some wet areas , such as bathroom, shower room etc.. Or some other places needs to be insulated and waterproofed.
1. Because it has good water-proof performance, many people like to use it as a watertight layer on walls and floors in wet rooms and bathrooms.
2. As everyone konws, XPS foam is a rigid foam with good thermal resistance, therefore it also could be an insulation layer under floor heating to avoid heat loss.
3. Because it has very good compressive strength, it can be used as partition walls in wood or steel frames.
4. Thanks to it light weight, strong ,waterproof and easy to install features, it is usually a substitute for gypsum board and fiber cement board.
5. In many countries, normally it apply to enclosures for bathtubs, water pipes, etc.
6. Because it is easy to cut as any different shapes, it is very easy and fast formed to be small shelves, washbasins, shower benches and soap boxes.
7. XPS Tile Backer board is shapeable, you can make any decorative models according to your requirements.
Hot Sales Products Remended
Foam Backer Board for B2B Tile and Shower Projects
This XPS foam backer board is intended for contractors, distributors, project buyers and building-material importers who need a lightweight tile substrate for shower walls, wet rooms, bathrooms and insulated tile systems. It is not positioned as a single-board retail replacement for local DIY purchase; Banarta focuses on project and supply-chain sourcing.
Where this product fits
- Tile and shower walls: XPS foam core with suitable surface treatment for tile-backing applications.
- Wet-room projects: lightweight, moisture-resistant backer board option for bathrooms and renovation systems.
- B2B sourcing: suitable for buyers comparing thickness, coating, board size, packing and project quantity.
Buyer intent clarification
If you are comparing foam backer board, cement board and XPS tile backer board for a commercial project, Banarta can support product selection and supply discussion. For retail single-board purchase, local hardware stores may be the better match; for B2B sourcing, use this page to evaluate Banarta’s XPS backer board option.
