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Cutting Cement Board |
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Cement board is the choice of professionals for tile installation. It is tough and withstands repeated exposure to water. There are many different brands (Durock, Miracle Board) but the practical application seems to be the same. It is constructed from cement with a nylon mesh on either side. |
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Items needed:
Razor knife
Square Pencil |
Safety Suggestions and Tips
Durock edges are sharp
Be careful with utility knive For pocket cuts, use masonry blade |
Level of difficulty
 Time Required: 1 hour
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Steps |
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Step 1: Measure the opening that you have have to fill. Using a square, transfer these measurements to the cement board. Cement board seems fairly tough but is actually fairly easy to cut with a utility knife. |
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Step 2: You must cut the mesh on one side. Score the cement board with a razor knife until you cut the mesh. |
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Step 3: Second, snap the board away from you but do not allow the waste to hang free or it might pull the mesh from the other side. Fold the snapped side over and, using you razor knife, cut the mesh on the other side. |
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Step 4: Make sure that your cuts are as accurate as possible. If you need to trim areas, you can simply run the knife along the edge. Hold the knife so that the blade bites slightly into the edge. This can be a tedious process so try to get it right the first time. |
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