Is it okay to install ceramic tile on greenboard, or is cement board necessary?

Question

Is it okay to install ceramic tile on greenboard, or is cement board necessary?

Answer 1

Depends on the where you put it.  If it is going to have direct contact with water then Cement board is the way to go.  If it is in a moist location then green is ok.

Answer 2

Bigg_dogg44 is correct on the question above.

Also in addition if you are going to set tiles use versa bond flex white as it has a better bond. do not use mastic for wet areas

Answer 3

what ever one you choose be sure to glue it and s***w it securly to the surface!!! so it does not move!!! and it will have a good base!!!

Answer 4

You are going to have better luck in the long run with cement board, but if you are not looking long term then go with green.

Answer 5

if within 2 ft of water area, ex: tub lip, shower head, then use cement board.......if above the 2 ft then the green board is fine to work with.......

lic. gen. contractor