Can either thickness be used over concrete floor? Which is better for 12"X12" granite floor tiles on concrete slab?
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Yes either can be used. Just depends how high you want your floor. The 5/16 is basically the same height as 1/4" hardiboard. People usually use the 5/16 if they are butting up to hardwood flooring with no transition piece
371052
The only reason I chose the XL over regular Ditra is because of the recommendations for the joist spacing. Ours are spaced 24" apart, which is farther than recommended for the regular Ditra. My travertine tiles were the Versailles pattern, with the largest being 18 X 24, and a year after installation have had zero problems with cracking or shifting of the tiles. I'm sure you would be fine with just the Ditra on a concrete floor, and your tiles are a very mangeble size.
371053
I used the thicker version because I was installing on 3/4" USB over 20" spaced joists. That's due to potential floor flex. On a slab I would have used the thinner (cheaper) version. Some people use the thick version to better match other parts of their floors (like wood floors)
1718773
if all you have is a 10" coping I wouldn't advise it, drilling the size wholes needed you'll no doubt crack your coping.if you add a concrete slab say 18 x18x6" deep then drill one whole in the coping and one in the slab you should be ok!however if you live in a winter freeze zone the slab will need to be larger and deeper!
922507
Hi RhondaI purchased it for my son to use while weightlifting in the garageHe drops 175# from over 6' to the ground. Weights bounce and concrete isn't cracked. It'll protect your hardwoods But why would you want to cover up pretty hardwoods with thick black rubber? LOL. :)
2175855
Its not very thick. more like a throw blanket thickness. So we use it on top of carpet or gym mats. too thin to use on floor on its own.
1842097
It's about the same thickness as Durock. You need to install the niche to the studs securely before the waterproof sheet rock (like Durock). The edge of Durock and the niche will almost be flushed when it's installed correctly. Your tile guy can tape the area before he installs tiles so that it will have seamless surface to work on. We love the product!
2186321
Mine measure at .5" thick. We use ours over a hardwood floor in a 10' by 12' area. It's been great! We have young children in our home and have used different brand mats in the past and these are by far the most resilient. They are also a great cushion for when we want to stretch out or exercise. I imagine they would do very well in a tent with a sturdy canvas type floor. I know someone who has used them for that purpose and under their air mattress, as well. They were pleased. I would caution against getting them wet. A little moisture is easy to clean up but you wouldn't want any type of foam flooring to get soaked.
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The Ditra handbook will explain this better than I can, however the 5/16" Ditra XL provides better strength in all situations than the 1/8". I would never use the 1/8" alone over a subfloor of 3/4". The 1/8" works good where there is layers of sub flooring in remodeling situations. The 5/16" Ditra XL is perfect over a 3/4" subfloor and allows tile to be even with abutting floors such as hardwood without any thresholds or transition strips. The Ditra Mat is a great product and as a tiling contractor I use it whenever possible.
116944
If your floor is concrete there shouldn't be a problem. I also think that floorboards with adequate covering would also work. It's a great way to work out- go ahead place the order.
1905771
Once it's stapled down and flat. Pour a floor levelor over it. Approx 1/2" thick then you can tile over it.
1715492
Yes and no. They are a different thickness, 70-193 is a tad thicker, but I put both down on a concrete basement floor and you can't tell the difference at all. I didn't feel like buying 2 of the giant roll, 70-193, when the 1 large roll and 1 small roll was more than enough.
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I'm not 100% sure. I use it over a hardwood floor and have yet to ding the wood/slip so it might be OK? However, tile is more brittle and slippery so it's hard to say. You could always put down one of those sticky mats underneath that is meant to keep area rugs on slippery surfaces if it doesn't stay in place.
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Mine measure at .5" thick. We use ours over a hardwood floor in a 10' by 12' area. It's been great! We have young children in our home and have used different brand mats in the past and these are by far the most resilient. They are also a great cushion for when we want to stretch out or exercise. I imagine they would do very well in a tent with a sturdy canvas type floor. I know someone who has used them for that purpose and under their air mattress, as well. They were pleased. I would caution against getting them wet. A little moisture is easy to clean up but you wouldn't want any type of foam flooring to get soaked. Mine measure at .5" thick. We use ours over a hardwood floor in a 10' by 12' area. It's been great! We have young children in our home and have used different brand mats in the past and these are by far the most resilient. They are also a great cushion for when we want to stretch out or exercise. I imagine they would do very well in a tent with a sturdy canvas type floor. I know someone who has used them for that purpose and under their air mattress, as well. They were pleased. I would caution against getting them wet. A little moisture is easy to clean up but you wouldn't want any... » Read More Mine measure at .5" thick. We use ours over a hardwood floor in a 10' by 12' area. It's been great! We have young children in our home and have used different brand mats in the past and these are by far the most resilient. They are also a great cushion for when we want to stretch out or exercise. I imagine they would do very well in a tent with a sturdy canvas type floor. I know someone who has used them for that purpose and under their air mattress, as well. They were pleased. I would caution against getting them wet. A little moisture is easy to clean up but you wouldn't want any type of foam flooring to get soaked. « Show Less
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It's not more forgiving. You should only use 5/16 if you need to match up to a adjoining floor height. The only difference I recall is the 5/16 required more thinset because it's deeper.
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The floor plate is no thicker than an eighth of an inch high. Which is significantly shorter than your threshold. Its definitely worth the investment.
1241392
I think it would be a good idea to use something more thicker than a tarp under the pool if you are putting it on concrete.
809222
My purpose for purchasing this product was for a moisture barrier and cushioning. I used it over a concrete slab. Cannot speak to the sound proofing qualities. My floor was quiet to walk on and had just enough give to let me appreciate that it was wood and no longer vinyl over concrete. I would buy this product again.
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Not sure how to answer. I bought this "mat" for a friend who stands on her feet all day for work. It cushions what would normally be a hard and unforgiving floor. Why you would put it under a mattress top, I'm not sure? If you are seeking "padding" for the concrete floor, I don't think two would do it ... Check the dimensions, these are not big mats.