James Hardie Building Products has announced a new generation of its popular Hardibacker Ultimate Cement Board, with Hardibacker EZ Grid. Designed with a one-inch guide, Hardibacker EZ grid is designed to be easy to lay out, score and snap. The product is 1/4-inch thick and water-resistant.

According to the company, the product is non-abrasive to enamel or porcelain.