







Tile substrate for wet areas
Moisture- and mold-resistant gypsum panel for tile applications
- Gypsum backer board for tile applications in high-moisture areas.
- Acrylic-coated facer eliminates the need for a moisture barrier.
- Ideally suited for a variety of interior applications.
Gold Bond® eXP® Tile Backer is manufactured with an enhanced moisture- and mold-resistant core encased in specially designed coated glass mat facers. The facer is then coated with a specially formulated acrylic coating, which provides superior protection against moisture and humidity. It provides an integral water barrier, eliminating the need for a separate water barrier. It is available in a regular core.
eXP Tile Backer is an acrylic-coated, moisture- and mold-resistant gypsum panel specially designed for use as a substrate for tile applications in high-moisture rooms, including showers, bathrooms, indoor swimming pools, laundry rooms, and kitchens.
Use eXP Tile Backer as a code-compliant substrate for tile and other finishes in both wet and non-wet areas, and areas of high humidity. It is ideally suited for interior walls and ceilings.
For an approved component in UL fire-rated designs use Gold Bond® eXP® Fire-Shield® Tile Backer (5/8” Type X).
APPLICATIONS:
- Use in both wood- and metal-framed construction for interior wall and ceiling and countertop assemblies as a substrate for tile and other finishes.
- Approved for use in high-moisture environments such as baths, showers, indoor pools, kitchens and laundry rooms.
ADVANTAGES:
RESISTS MOISTURE AND MOLD BETTER
- Acrylic-coated fiberglass front facer provides an integral water barrier, eliminating the need for a separate water barrier.
- Resists the growth of mold per ASTM D3273 with a score of 10, the best possible score.
INSTALLS FAST AND EASY
- Coated fiberglass facers for easy handling.
- Integrated water barrier.
FIRE-RESISTANT MATERIAL
- Fire-resistant material with non-combustible gypsum core helps protect framing elements, even when cladding is combustible.
OFFERS SUPERIOR DURABILITY
- Dimensionally stable under changes in temperature and relative humidity
LOW-EMITTING MATERIALS
- Achieves UL GREENGUARD Gold Certification for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. For more information, visit: ul.com/gg.
Specifications
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Product Details
Performance:
Mold & Moisture Resistant
Edge(s):
Square
Thickness(es):
1/2"
Width(s):
48"
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Product Type
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Product Family
eXP
Application
- Multifamily
- Single-Family
- Interior Walls & Ceilings
Sustainability
GREENGUARD Gold Certified, GREENGUARD Anti-microbial
Description
Mold and moisture resistant substrate for tile and other finishes in both wet and non-wet areas, and areas of high humidity.

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Product Type
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Product Family
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Application
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Sustainability
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Description
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Application
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Sustainability
GREENGUARD Gold Certified, GREENGUARD Anti-microbial, HPD - Health Product Declaration
Description
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Product Type
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Product Family
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Application
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- Single-Family
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- Area Separation Walls
Sustainability
GREENGUARD Gold Certified, GREENGUARD Anti-microbial, HPD - Health Product Declaration
Description
For mold and moisture prone interior applications.

Drywall Panels
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Product Type
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- Mold & Moisture Resistant
Product Family
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Application
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- Single-Family
- Interior Walls & Ceilings
- Area Separation Walls
Sustainability
GREENGUARD Gold Certified, GREENGUARD Anti-microbial, HPD - Health Product Declaration
Description
For mold and moisture prone interior applications.

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Product Type
- Drywall Panels
- Mold & Moisture Resistant
Product Family
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Application
- Multifamily
- Single-Family
- Interior Walls & Ceilings
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Sustainability
GREENGUARD Gold Certified, GREENGUARD Anti-microbial, HPD - Health Product Declaration
Description
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Mold & Moisture Resistant
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Product Type
- Mold & Moisture Resistant
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Product Family
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Application
- Multifamily
- Single-Family
- Exterior Envelope
Sustainability
GREENGUARD Certified, HPD - Health Product Declaration
Description
Use eXP® Sheathing on the outside of a wall and soffit framing as a substrate for exterior cladding.

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