Schluter Kerdi 108 Sq Ft Waterproofing Membrane

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.

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.

I used this in my shower and it’s a great product but decided to use paint on membrane in the bathtub and let me tell you it was so much easier. Now that being said I would not use the paint on stuff for a shower pan. This product is the only way to go for a stand up shower

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

Bathroom remodeling.

I used this to seal a 3 1/2 by 6 1/2 foot shower with 7 foot walls. 120 sq feet including the floor. I used 1/2 Hardibacker board over the studs and then used the Kerdi membrane over the Hardi. For the floor I make a dry mix mud base and then the Kerdi membrane. I also used the Kerdi drain.Putting this stuff on walls is difficult and time consuming. The hardibacker makes it worse. The hardi sucks up the moisture of the thinset quickly and makes it dry quickly. Gettting the thinset on the walls alone is a pain. They say you can put this over drywall, but I just couldn't bring myself to do that. It would probably be much easier. Fighting air pockets and getting good, thorough adhesion are the major challenges to putting this stuff up.So here are my suggestions. If you are going over hardi - use a mister bottle and mist the hardi deeply before you apply the thinset. Put the thinset on thickly. To me the 1/4" x 3/16" was not enough thinset. It was easier to have too much thinset and push it out at the seams than not having enought and having to peel back the membrane and add more. Cut the sheets no longer than 4-5 linear feet at a time. Don't try to make a corner with the Kerdi. Meet at the corner and use the kerdi band in the corners.It took me about 6-7 hours today to apply Kerdi for the shower described above. Add to that several hours to cut and put up the Hardibacker.Bottom line. This stuff was $1.80 a square foot.. Add to that your thinset and then the hardibacker (and cutting and putting up the Hardi is no picnic) - at almost $1.00 a foot. Almost $3.00 a foot. I found the 1/2 inch Kerdi board for $3.25. If I ever do this again, next time I'll do the Kerdi board. But now that it is done, I'm pretty happy with the outcome.