12.5mm Knauf Aquapanel Interior Cement Board delivers outstanding durability, impact resistance, and water protection through its glass fibre-reinforced construction. This cement tile backer board is lightweight and straightforward to fit, making it the ideal choice for interior spaces exposed to moisture and humidity. It actively prevents mold and mildew formation, ensuring long-lasting performance.
Product specification
- Brand: Knauf®
- Model: 12.5mm AQUAPANEL Indoor
- Weight: 11.88kg
- Dimensions: 1,200mm x 900mm x 12.50mm
- Length: 1200mm
- Material: Fibre-Cement
- Profile: Render Carrier Board
- Thickness: 12.5mm
- Width: 900mm
- Fire Reaction: Class A1 Non Combustible
- Coverage: 1.08m2
- Fire performance: Class A1
- Finish: Smooth
- Durability: Minimum 30 years
- Applications: Drywall for wet areas
- Type: tough impact and water resistant glass fibre reinforced cement tile backer board
- Fixing method: Self Drilling Fixings
- Features: Aquapanel Interior Cement Render Board
- Manufacturer: Knauf AQUAPANEL®
This exceptional 12.5mm tile backer board is engineered for wet interior environments including bathrooms, shower enclosures, and wet rooms. The board resists mold and mildew growth whilst maintaining structural integrity even when completely saturated. Unlike conventional backing materials that deteriorate when exposed to moisture, this product eliminates expensive repairs and replacements. Installation is quick and efficient using screws without specialist equipment. The pre-keyed surface is ready to receive tiles up to 50 kg/m² immediately after fitting.
Benefits
- BBA certified (certificate number 09 / 4633)
- Simple score and snap technique
- Does not contain MgO and is NHBC, LABC and Premier Guarantee approved
- A1 fire-rated in accordance with EN 13501-1
Application
12.5mm Knauf AQUAPANEL Indoor Cement Board provides a solid, moisture-resistant foundation that withstands harsh environmental exposure including wind, rain, and snow. Following taping and jointing, the board can remain unfinished for up to six months, enabling rapid building envelope closure and maximising project efficiency during favourable weather windows.
Coverage
- 900 x 1200 x 12.5mm or 1.08m² per board
- 900 x 2400 x 12.5mm or 2.16m² per board
- Fixings on 600mm centered supporting framework, with a maximum of 250mm centers: 15 screws per m²
Tile Failure - Why does it happen?
Tile failure can prove extremely costly, typically requiring replacement of both tiles and substrate when conventional materials fail. With 12.5mm Aquapanel Indoor, tile or grout problems usually need only localised repair since water penetration does not compromise the backing board.
Tile failure occurs when moisture penetrates the substrate due to:
- Water spills during plumbing installation
- Unseen leaks in pipework within the wall
- High-pressure water from power showers damaging grout and allowing water seepage
- Condensation along pipework within the wall soaking into the substrate
Installation

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