Taurus Wet Room Floor Kit 10mm — Pack of 6 Tile Backer Boards | 4.32m² Coverage | XPS Insulated, Waterproof
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10mm Floor Board Pack of 6 — 4.32m² XPS Insulated Core 100% Waterproof Complete Kit — Fixings Included
The Taurus Wet Room Floor Kit 10mm Pack of 6 is a complete, professional-grade tile backer board kit for waterproofing wet room and bathroom floors prior to tiling. Each kit contains six 1200×600×10mm XPS-cored insulation boards with fibreglass mesh reinforcement and a cementitious tile-ready surface, plus all the fixings, waterproof joint tape, and Pro-Seal adhesive sealant needed to complete a fully bonded, watertight floor substrate. At 10mm thick, this kit is specifically dimensioned for floor installations where a minimal build-up height is required. With six boards per pack, this larger format is the practical choice for medium to larger wet room floors and full bathroom refits where the smaller 4-board kit falls short. Covers up to 4.32m² per pack.
Choose the Right Pack Size
The Taurus floor kit is available in two pack sizes. Use the table below to select the right quantity — always add 10–15% to your calculated floor area to account for cutting waste.
| Kit | Pack Size | Coverage | MPN | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floor Kit 10mm Pk4 | 4 boards | 2.88m² | AP101005 | Small shower floors, top-ups, compact wet rooms |
| Floor Kit 10mm Pk6 ★ | 6 boards | 4.32m² | AP201010 | Medium to large wet room floors, full bathroom re-boards |
★ This product. For wall boarding, see the Taurus Wet Room Wall Kit 12mm (AP201005).
Why Use a Tile Backer Board Floor Kit?
Standard timber subfloors and concrete screeds are not suitable substrates for direct tiling in wet rooms without additional waterproofing. Timber absorbs moisture and can swell, warp, and rot over time; concrete screeds, even when dry, can harbour movement that cracks grout lines and breaks adhesive bonds. Tile backer boards solve both problems simultaneously: the XPS foam core provides thermal insulation and decouples the tile surface from minor structural movement, while the fibreglass-reinforced cementitious faces provide a dimensionally stable, chemically compatible bonding surface for tile adhesive.
In a wet room — where water flows across the full floor rather than being contained to a shower enclosure — the waterproofing requirement is absolute. A Taurus floor kit gives installers a single-box solution: boards, fixings, waterproof tape for joints, and adhesive sealant. Every junction is addressed, reducing the risk of water ingress behind the tiled surface and the substrate damage that follows.
Key Benefits
What's in the Kit
- 6× Tile backer boards — 1200 × 600 × 10mm (XPS core, fibreglass mesh, cementitious faces)
- Board fixings — screws and stainless steel washers for mechanical fixing
- Pro-Seal / Fix-MD waterproofing adhesive — for bonding and sealing joints and penetrations
- Waterproof joint reinforcing tape — for sealing board-to-board joints and perimeter edges
Note: Tile adhesive, grout, and drain/waste components are not included. For wall boarding, see the Taurus Wet Room Wall Kit 12mm (AP201005).
Installation Overview
These boards are designed for installation over timber joist floors and concrete substrates. Ensure the subfloor is clean, dry, level, and rigid — any deflection or movement must be addressed before installation. Lay boards in a brick-bond (staggered joint) pattern, leaving a 2–3mm expansion gap at walls and between boards. Fix mechanically using the included screws and washers at approximately 300mm centres, positioned at least 15mm from board edges and 50mm from corners. Apply the included joint reinforcing tape over all board-to-board joints and into all internal corners, bedding into the Pro-Seal adhesive. Allow to cure before tiling. Tile using a C2-rated flexible cementitious adhesive. For full installation guidance, refer to the Taurus installation instructions included in the kit.
🔲 Fixing to Timber Joist Floors
On suspended timber floors, boards should be laid perpendicular to joists and mechanically fixed through the decking into the joists at 300mm centres. The 10mm board thickness means a total build-up of approximately 10mm (board) + tile adhesive (approx. 3–6mm) + tile thickness above the existing subfloor. Where the wet room floor needs to be level with an adjacent tiled area, account for the thickness of any existing floor finish being removed.
🏗️ Fixing to Concrete Floors
On solid concrete floors, boards can be fully bonded using the included Fix-MD adhesive applied with a notched trowel, or mechanically fixed using suitable concrete fixings (not included). All board edges and joints must be taped with the included waterproof tape. For wet rooms on concrete, ensure the slab itself has adequate damp-proof measures in place before laying boards.
📐 Coverage Planning for Common Floor Sizes
The 4.32m² coverage of this kit suits the following typical wet room floor areas (approximate, before waste allowance): a full 1800×1200mm walk-in wet room floor — 2.16m²; a 2000×1500mm wet room floor — 3.0m²; a 2400×1500mm bathroom floor — 3.6m²; a 2000×2000mm wet room floor — 4.0m². Always measure actual dimensions and add 10–15% for cutting waste, particularly in rooms with irregular shapes or multiple penetrations.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Taurus Wet Room Floor Kit 10mm — Pack of 6 |
| MPN | AP201010 |
| Application | Floor (horizontal installation) |
| Board Thickness | 10mm |
| Individual Board Size | 1200 × 600mm |
| Boards per Pack | 6 |
| Coverage per Pack | 4.32m² (6 × 0.72m²) |
| Board Core Material | XPS (Extruded Polystyrene) — closed cell, waterproof |
| Board Face | Fibreglass mesh reinforced cementitious coating — both faces |
| Suitable Substrates | Timber joist floors, concrete slabs |
| UFH Compatible | Yes — compatible with electric underfloor heating mats |
| Waterproof | Yes — board and sealed joints |
| Installation Method | Mechanical fixing and/or full-bed adhesive bonding |
| Kit Contents | 6× boards, board fixings (screws & washers), Pro-Seal adhesive, waterproof joint tape |
| Brand | Taurus |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this and the Pk4 floor kit (AP101005)?
It's the same product — the same 10mm boards and included consumables — just 6 boards per pack instead of 4, giving 4.32m² coverage rather than 2.88m². The Pk6 is better value for medium to larger floor areas where one Pk4 won't stretch far enough and ordering two would leave excessive waste. For compact shower floors or small wet rooms under 2.88m², the Pk4 (AP101005) is the more economical starting point.
Is 10mm the right thickness for a wet room floor?
Yes — 10mm is the standard backer board thickness for floor applications. It provides a low build-up height while offering adequate rigidity and insulation for typical domestic wet room and bathroom floors. For walls, a 12mm board is used as it provides greater stiffness when spanning between stud or batten centres. See the Taurus Wall Kit 12mm (AP201005) for wall applications.
Can these boards be used on both timber and concrete floors?
Yes. The boards can be mechanically fixed to timber joist subfloors using the included screws and washers, or fully bonded to concrete using the included Fix-MD adhesive. For timber floors with significant flex or deflection, additional strutting or noggins between joists may be required to ensure the subfloor is adequately rigid before boarding.
Do I need additional tanking on top of the boards?
The boards themselves are waterproof, and the included waterproof tape and Pro-Seal adhesive provide a waterproof seal at all joints and perimeter edges when correctly applied. In high-risk wet room applications where the entire floor is continuously wet, applying an additional tanking membrane over the boards before tiling is good practice and is recommended in accordance with BS 5385.
What tile adhesive should be used over these boards?
Use a C2-rated flexible cementitious tile adhesive. In wet rooms, a C2TE or S1 classified adhesive is recommended for its improved adhesion and flexibility. Do not use ready-mixed or acrylic-based adhesives in continuously wet areas. Tile adhesive is not included in this kit.
Can these boards be used with underfloor heating?
Yes. The XPS core has good thermal properties and the boards are compatible with electric underfloor heating mats. Lay the UFH mat in the tile adhesive layer over the boards. The insulating core also helps direct heat upward into the tile layer rather than downward into the subfloor, improving heating efficiency.
- Type Wet Rooms
- Vendor Taurus
- SKU AP201010