[deal]

I am at the stage in my bathroom remodel when I need to start hanging drywall and cement board. I am so confused as to what to use to waterproof the cement board around the shower walls. I have read probably 20 different ways of accomplishing this. Which way is the best I have no idea. I do want to do this right the first time so could someone give me a no bs solution to this?

 

[josall]

Kerdi seems to be one of the better ones.
http://www.schluter.com/143.aspx

 

[Ron6519]

Or you could use the paint on product, Redgard or one of it's counterparts.
Ron

 

[Bud Cline]

There really is no "best way", all of the techniques have their advantages and maybe some disadvantages.

Personally I use Denshield wallboard and address the seams and nail holes with liquid waterproofing. That's it...nothing to it.

 

[vsheetz]

I find Red Guard easier for my DIY skill levels.