What are the recommended installation steps for 1/2 inch cement board in a bathroom renovation project?

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2026-07-17 20:30

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  1. Measure and cut the cement board to fit the bathroom walls.
  2. Secure the cement board to the wall studs using cement board screws.
  3. Leave a 1/8 inch gap between boards and a 1/4 inch gap between the board and the floor.
  4. Tape and mud the seams with fiberglass mesh tape and thin-set mortar.
  5. Allow the mortar to dry completely before tiling over the cement board.

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