Ditra Heat over Durock?

Hi FH,

The Durock was a waste of time and money in this case, but it's down already so...................

Schluter recommends unmodified as you probably know. But a cheap modified will work too and it should bond better. If you find the Schluter warranty of any value, use a good quality unmod, (if you can find one) You forgot to enter your location when you signed up. What brands of thinset were you gonna use? Be specific.

Jaz

I live in Northeast Ohio. I set the durock with Flexbond that I bought from Home Depot. I have an account with Virginia Tile and would like your suggestions as to another recommended brand. By the way, I am a contractor but this is my own house and thought I could tackle this project myself and sometimes go overboard. Durock and Ditra......I needed to make up some height anyway. Thanks!

Virginia Tile is/was my favorite distributor. As you know they're based right here is SE Michigan.

Flexbond is a very good modified mortar. Some orange stores may carry Custom's uncoupling thinset which is similar to Ditraset. Virginia should carry a full line of HB Fuller "Tec" products. They'l have a premium unmodified, but I haven't been there in a few years now since I'm retired.

Next time you wanna raise the floor, use plywood or OSB ⅜" or thicker which will add strength too. Concrete backer only adds a tile friendly surface and weight, but no strength.

Jaz

Small world! I also live in northeast Ohio and am planning on putting down Ditra Heat in my kitchen. That's why I read the thread. I'm sure being a contractor you will do a great job. Best of luck to you!