How Do You Cut Cement Fiber Boards Under Ceramic Tile?
Cement boards are the leading type of underlayment used in ceramic and natural stone installations around the world, providing a durable and reliable substrate for those areas where wood has been used instead of concrete. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit the needs of every installation, and can be cut down to size regardless of the area where they will be used. Score the face of the cement board across the its entire width or length depending on how you need to cut the piece to fit. Use your utility knife and straight edge. Place your knee against the scored joint and bend the piece against the scored line, causing it to separate. Use your utility knife to score the back mesh to complete the cut once the piece has been bent. Cut any holes required, such as around plumbing fixtures, heater vents, electrical outlets and otherwise, using your grinder. Additionally, if you are cutting through tile to the actual cement board underneath, the only way to cut through the ceme
