FAQ

The following are “Frequently Asked Questions” about DuraWall™ composite backsplash tiles. We hope that you find our answers and information helpful. If you don’t find the answers to your questions, please send us your question through our CONTACT page.

General

  • DuraWall™ products are sold at RONA stores nationally.

  • DuraWall™ products are available in 6 different finishes.

Technical

  • Yes.

  • UV cured DurAlOx antimicrobial finish.

  • Yes.

  • FloorScore & CARB-2.

Installation

    • Lepage No More Nails® - WET GRAB

    • Size: 5.5mm - (7/32”)

    We recommend Schlüter® VINPRO-S.

    Compatible product codes:

    • VPSL 55 ACGB

    • VPSL 55 ATGB

    • VPSL 55 ABGB

  • No, you must first paint it with a primer-sealer. 

  • Yes, however, you must first clean it with TSP (tri sodium phosphate) to remove all surface residues.  To ensure a strong adhesion, we recommend you repaint it with a primer-sealer.

  • Yes, if the existing tiles are smooth, clean and free of surface contamination.

  • No, you must remove the wall paper, glue and repaint the it wall with a primer-sealer.

  • Yes

  • Yes

  • No

  • Yes

  • No, DuraWall™ tiles are not for use in showers or bathtub areas. These areas are exposed to constant moisture, and water could seep between the tiles and underneath, potentially causing damage.

  • Yes, on decorative walls or behind sinks.

  • Using a carpenter’s square and utility knife with a sharp new blade, cut twice pressing firmly, then place the cut line over a pencil and press down to “snap” the tile.  For simple straight cuts, use the “score & snap” method as follows: For curved, compound and more complicated cuts, use a jigsaw or handsaw.

  • No, tiles should not be installed within 8” (205mm) of hot surfaces or open flames.

  • Use a regular “high speed” type drill bit.

  • Use an “aluminum tile trim” that is made for ¼” (6mm) thick ceramic wall tiles.  Several different profiles of aluminum trims are available as shown below.  They are available from Rona and other renovation type stores. See images.

  • Use a kitchen and bathroom grade clear or white silicone.  Apply a thin 1/16” to 1/8” wise continuous bead.

Installation guide panels, on hot to install trims/mouldings for installing blacksplash DuraWall tiles.

Care & Maintenance

  • Use glass or countertop cleaning products like Windex®, Purell®, Lysol®, Clorox® etc, with a cloth or paper towel.

  • Do not use abrasive type cleaning products or abrasive scrubbing pads.