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Welcome to our comprehensive guide on bathroom renovation safety, focusing on the critical aspects of foam core backer boards and grab bar installations. In today’s video, we delve into the hidden dangers associated with the use of foam core backer boards in bathroom renovations and highlight the importance of wood blocking for secure grab bar installation—a detail often overlooked, yet essential for ensuring safety.

Despite not being a certified expert, my journey in bathroom renovation has led me to understand the significance of planning for safety. This episode is the culmination of 18-24 months of dedicated research into the effectiveness of grab bars and various wall substrates under stress, including drywall, cement, and foam core backer boards. Our findings, based on the ASTM F-446-19 standards, shed light on the limitations and potential risks of popular materials and installation methods.

Using a unique testing setup involving a scissor jack and an Imada force gauge, we conducted thorough tests on different grab bar systems, documenting the performance of various anchoring systems, tiles, and backer boards under simulated real-world use. Our experiments revealed critical insights into the structural integrity and safety implications of commonly used materials and techniques.

We encourage an open and lively exchange of ideas and experiences in the comments section below. Your input is invaluable to our community's knowledge and can assist others in their renovation projects. Whether you're a homeowner who has undergone a bathroom renovation or a contractor with experience in this area, we're interested in hearing your thoughts and experiences.

Key Topics Covered:
Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction
1:07 - Overview of how we got here
1:47 - Testing methodology based on ASTM F-446-19 standards.
3:40 - Test wall set up, tiles, anchoring system and grab bar
4:05 - 12x12 Tile Test with WingIt’s
5:04 - 2x2 tiles Test with Togglers
6:05 - Backer board Wall Flexing
6:50 - Gobaord QR Code to Documents and YouTube Channel
7:54 - Why Stud Finders don’t work on Tile
9:30 - The importance of wood blocking for secure grab bar installation.
10:24 - Comprehensive analysis of grab bar systems and wall substrates.
11:35 - Future Work

Other Videos Referenced in this video
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   • E9 Why I Don't Use Stud Finders on Tiles W...  
   • E11 Understanding ASTM F446-19: The Essent...  
   • E12 Deep Dive: Amazon Basics Bathroom Hand...  
   • E14 Installation Review: WingIts Grab Bar ...  
   • E15 Installation Review: Toggler SnapToggl...  



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