Schluter^®-TREP-V

Anodized aluminum stair profile with textured slip-resistant PVC tread

Schluter^®-TREP-V is an anodized aluminum profile with a PVC tread designed to protect tiled stair edges. The specially textured slip-resistant tread makes TREP-V well suited for use in areas with heavy foot traffic, such as offices or public buildings. The replaceable PVC tread is available in a variety of colors including high visibility options.

Specially textured PVC tread with slip-resistant design in all directions provides safety on tiled stairs prevents dirt from accumulating
Tread insert is replaceable and offered in a variety of colors to produce contrasting, high visibility options
Available with either a narrow (TREP-V 42) or wide (TREP-V 60) tread
Prevents tile edges on stairs from chipping
End caps are also available for TREP-V

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Schluter®-TREP-V is an anodized aluminum profile with a PVC tread designed to protect tiled stair edges and provide an easily visible, slip-resistant wear surface. The PVC tread is available in a variety of colors to provide contrast and can be replaced in case of damage or wear. TREP-V is available with either a narrow (TREP-V 42) or wide (TREP-V 60) tread. Matching end caps are also available.

The Schluter®-TREP-V require no special maintenance or care and are resistant to mold and fungi. Clean profiles periodically using pH neutral cleaning agents.

The treads of TREP-V can be replaced in case of damage or wear.

1. Select profile size according to tile thickness and format.

2. Install riser tile flush with the stair tread surface.

3. Using a notched trowel, apply thin-set mortar along the edge area above the riser.

4. Fill cavities on the underside of the profile with thin-set mortar.

5. Press the trapezoid-perforated anchoring leg of the profile into the thin-set mortar, making sure the front edge of the support section is aligned flush with the riser tile. Full coverage must be obtained at the edge area to ensure support of the profile.

6. Trowel additional thin-set mortar over the anchoring leg and the stair tread surface to ensure full coverage and support of the tile edges.

7. Solidly embed the tread tiles so that the tiled surface is flush with the top of the profile.

8. A joint of approx. 1/16" - 1/8" (1.5 -3 mm) should be left between the tile and the profile.

9. Fill joint completely with grout or setting material.