Schluter Kerdi 108 Sq Ft Waterproofing Membrane

If you can't figure out how to hang this stuff, go bake cookies and have your kid do it. 🤷

Hey there, fellow DIYers! Gather 'round and listen to my tale of triumph in the treacherous world of bathroom updates. Now, I may not be the handiest homeowner on the block, but let me tell you about a game-changer that saved me from a watery disaster: the Schluter Kerdi Waterproofing Membrane!Let's start from the beginning. I made the audacious decision to remodel my bathroom all by myself. Armed with a toolbox full of optimism and only a vague idea of what I was doing, I dove headfirst into the deep end. Little did I know that beneath the surface lurked the potential for a veritable flood of chaos.Enter the Schluter Kerdi Waterproofing Membrane, my savior in a roll! This little wonder transformed my bathroom into a fortress of imperviousness. From the moment I unrolled it, I knew I was in the presence of something special. It's lightweight, flexible, and remarkably easy to work with — a far cry from the unwieldy materials of yesteryear.Pros:1. Foolproof Installation: The Schluter Kerdi membrane practically holds your hand during the installation process. Whether you're a DIY rookie like me or a seasoned pro, you can easily cut and shape it to fit any bathroom space. It adheres like nobody's business, creating a seamless barrier against water and moisture.2. Dependable Waterproofing: When I say waterproof, I mean this stuff laughs in the face of H2O. It's like a superhero cape for your bathroom walls and floors, shielding them from leaks, cracks, and all manner of aquatic calamities.3. Peace of Mind: Thanks to Schluter Kerdi, I can now confidently belt out my shower songs without fear of damaging the drywall or causing a plumbing nightmare. It's like having a personal bodyguard for my bathroom, silently protecting it from the perils of moisture.Cons:1. Pricey: Unfortunately, all that superhero-grade protection comes at a cost. The Schluter Kerdi Waterproofing Membrane doesn't exactly come cheap. However, if you value peace of mind and a bathroom that will withstand the test of time, it's a worthy investment.2. Learning Curve: While user-friendly overall, working with the membrane does require a bit of a learning curve. Take the time to read the instructions and watch a tutorial or two. Trust me, it'll save you from unnecessary hiccups along the way.In conclusion, my experience with the Schluter Kerdi Waterproofing Membrane was nothing short of transformative. It comedy-proofed my DIY bathroom remodel, turning it from a potential nightmare into a hilarious success story. So, fellow DIYers, take my word for it — if you're looking to update your bath, embrace the Schluter Kerdi membrane and enjoy a life free from water-related worries!Disclaimer: No toilets were harmed during the making of this review.

I was an early adopter of Hardi-backer after seeing the after effects of the old cement board systems. I now have used this product a few times and it is amazing. I recently changed the diverters on two different showers. One had Hardi-backer and one Hardi-backer plus the Schluter. Guess which one was the biggest pain to remove the tiles... the Schluter.For me, this is the biggest test of the product. The adhesion was fantastic and I have no concerns of any tile ever falling off the wall as they used to do with older cement board products and I literally can see that this product is waterproof with my test. I lost a small amount of the fiber fabric from the Schulter when removing the tile, but did seemingly nothing to the sheet itself and have plenty of fiber to adhere to another tile too. After 24 hours I tried to rip off the new replacement tile with a lot of force and it did not budge.Installation was a breeze and you can start tiling as soon as you're done putting up the Schluter. It is amazing. Putting up the Schluter added 30 minutes to my install of a 48" x 42 x 96" shower stall. 30 minutes, that is it. That 30 minutes would still be worth it even if you need a 24 hour cure time, but the fact you can start tiling is a no-brainer. The product also has a grid printed on it for basic reference but is no substitute for your eye, a level, and a laser line. This is just a well made, amazing product.I will NEVER install tile without this product including something as innocuous as a backsplash.

Through Amazon, I ordered 108 sq feet of the Kerdi membrane, which should have been about 33 feet long. It came rolled up, of course. When I started cutting it up into sections for my shower stall, I discovered there was only a bit more than 16 feet. Obviously even though I ordered and paid for 108 sq feet, what I received was 54 sq feet. Not happy.Update: I finally looked at the wrapper that was around the roll of membrane. It identifies the roll as 3'3" x 16'5" = 54 ft squared, Item# KERDI200/5M. I should have looked at this wrapper more closely when I opened the package. Somebody screwed up and I didn't catch it when I received the package.Second update: Contacted South Shore Flooring and they promptly made things right. As far as the product goes, so far I have had no problems with it. Works as advertised. All in all, this turned out to be a good experience.Another update: The Kerdi membrane was easy to put up on my shower walls (over cement board) using Versabond mortar (not recommended by Schluter) and the tiles went on over the Kerdi with absolutely no problem, again using Versabond. The shower has been in use now for several months and it looks great. Even more than that, I'm sure no water is getting past that Kerdi membrane. Great product.

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