The line card
Four focused categories — backer board, underlayment, shower kits, and the tools to set them. Pricing is account-gated; request a quote on anything below and we'll come back with wholesale numbers and lead times.
Essenti Board · best seller
Our private-label foam backer with a built-in moisture barrier — the flagship of the line card. Lightweight, waterproof, mold-resistant, and engineered for code-aligned wet-area assemblies.
An optimal foundation for all tile and stone placement, with a moisture barrier built in — suitable for wet environments like bathtubs and showers. The lightweight design simplifies installation and cuts with a utility knife, so a one-person carry beats wrestling cement board up the stairs.
Underlayment
Stop water at the substrate and isolate movement before it cracks tile and grout. Sheet membranes, decoupling mats, and the band and corners to seal the system.
Waterproofing
High-density polyethylene membrane with non-woven polypropylene layers on both sides for robust waterproofing. Blocks water intrusion on walls and floors and is suited to continuous-use steam rooms — and it cuts with scissors for a simple install.
Uncoupling
Waterproof uncoupling mat with exceptional protection against moisture and mold. At 322 sq ft of coverage and 1/8" thick, it's ideal for large-scale installs — isolating substrate movement to prevent cracks and tile damage, with sound-reduction benefits.
Shower Kit
Tile-ready, fully sealed shower components in stock sizes — or built to your rough opening. Square, plumb, and waterproof before the first tile goes on.
Pans & bases
A high-quality, completely waterproof base for tile-ready shower builds. A range of standard sizes with custom sizes on request, plus multiple drain options and configurations.
Niches
Built for commercial and residential wet-area installs. Waterproof materials and fully sealed inside corners keep storage dry behind the tile — strong, long-lasting, and ready to tile out of the box.
Curbs
A waterproof shower curb for wet-area assemblies. Keeps water off the slab and is strong enough to support heavy shower doors without cracking or breaking.
Tools & Sundries
Leveling systems and sealants — stocked by the case at trade pricing so you reorder once, not twice.
Sealing
A waterproofing sealant ideal for sealing Essenti Boards. Superior protection against water damage, easy to apply, dries quickly, and stays extremely durable for years.
Leveling
Keep tiles leveled and evenly spaced for flat, lippage-free installs. Durable high-quality plastic, fast to deploy on production work.
Leveling
The reusable wedge that pairs with our leveling clips to draw adjacent tiles flush. Ribbed for grip, built to be tapped, released, and run again on the next job.
Spec smart
Both earn a place on the truck. Here's the honest side-by-side so you spec the right substrate for the assembly — and the schedule.
| Property | StreamlineEssenti foam board | Cement backer board |
|---|---|---|
| Built-in waterproofing | Integral moisture barrier | Needs separate membrane |
| Board weight (per sheet) | Lightweight — a one-person carry | Heavy — typically a two-person lift |
| Cutting & handling | Score-and-snap with a utility knife | Carbide blade, silica dust, scoring tools |
| Mold & rot resistance | No organic food source | Resistant, but joints still need treatment |
| Install speed | Faster — fewer layers, lighter handling | Slower — membrane is a separate step |
| Best fit | Showers, steam, wet floors, fast turnarounds | Floors, countertops, high-impact dry areas |
Custom & bulk orders
Custom pans, curbs, and niches are built to your rough opening, and we'll source line items outside the core catalog for recurring jobs. Send dimensions or a take-off and we'll confirm lead time — most custom pieces ship the same week.
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