Schluter®-SCHIENE

Finishing and edge-protection profile with minimum reveal

Schluter®-SCHIENE is an edging profile featuring an 87° angle designed to provide effective and attractive edge protection for floor tile coverings that are typically bordered by carpet, at expansion joints, or as decorative edging for stairs. The profile offers a discreet, minimum reveal which is ideal for creating elegant transitions between floor coverings.
  • Prevents tiles from chipping
  • Ideal for creating transitions on floors
  • Features an approximately 1/8" (3 mm)-wide visible surface for discreet transitions
  • 87° slope to transfer point loads and protect tile edges
  • Anchoring leg is available with a special radius perforation so that the profile can be used to form curves
  • Available in stainless steel, solid brass, aluminum, anodized aluminum, and textured color-coated aluminum
  • Select finishes also available in 10’ (3.05 m) lengths
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Schluter®-SCHIENE is designed to provide edging for tile coverings. Typical applications include edge protection where tile is bordered by carpet, at expansion joints, or as a decorative edging for stairs.

SCHIENE is available in stainless steel, solid brass, aluminum and anodized aluminum.  SCHIENE is also available in textured color-coated aluminum finishes, which are suitable for floor installations within residential applications only.  The profile features a trapezoid-perforated anchoring leg, which is secured in the mortar bond coat beneath the tile, and an 87° sloped vertical wall section that transfers point loads to the substrate and surface covering while protecting tile edges from damage.  SCHIENE, in solid brass, aluminum, textured color-coated aluminum, and anodized aluminum, features a 5° sloped top flange and fillet at the anchoring leg/vertical section interface to enhance edge protection by reducing stresses on the tile, and, in sizes greater than 1/4" (6 mm), features an integrated joint spacer that establishes a defined joint cavity between the tile and the profile.

The anchoring leg of SCHIENE, in all materials, is available with a special radius perforation “R” so that the profile can be used to form curves.

The Schluter®-SCHIENE profile requires no special maintenance or care and is resistant to mold and fungi. Clean profiles periodically using pH neutral cleaning agents.

Stainless steel surfaces exposed to the environment or aggressive substances should be cleaned periodically using a pH neutral cleaner. Regular cleaning maintains the neat appearance of stainless steel and reduces the risk of corrosion. Avoid the use of strong acids (e.g. hydrochloric or hydrofluoric) and base/alkaline cleaners (e.g. bleach, ammonia, chlorides). Do not use abrasive cleaning agents and tools. Stainless steel surfaces develop a sheen when treated with a chrome-polishing agent.

Oxidation films on exposed solid brass or aluminum may be removed with a common polishing agent but will form again.

In the case of anodized aluminum and textured color-coated aluminum, do not use abrasive cleaning agents.

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

2. Using a notched trowel, apply thin-set mortar to the area where the profile is to be placed.

3. Press the perforated anchoring leg of the profile into the mortar and align.

4. Trowel additional thin-set mortar over the perforated anchoring leg to ensure full coverage and support of the tile edges.

5. Solidly embed the tiles so that the tiled surface is flush with the top of the profile; the profile should not be higher than the tiled surface, but rather up to approx. 1/32" (1 mm) lower.

6. Set the tile to the integrated joint spacer, which ensures a uniform joint of 1/16" - 1/8" (1.5 - 3 mm). With the stainless steel profiles, leave a space of approximately 1/16" - 1/8" (1.5 - 3 mm).

7. Fill the joint completely with grout or setting material.

8. Remove grout or mortar residue from the visible surface of the profile.

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Brochures and Pamphlets

Profile Brochure
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Profile Finishes and Colors
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Data sheets

Floor Profiles Data Sheet
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Spec. Guides

Product Spec Guide 2019
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CAD drawings

SCHIENE Product Drawing - Aluminum
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How to install a tile transition on floors: Schluter®-SCHIENE profile

How to install a tile transition on floors: Schluter®-SCHIENE profile

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Introduction to Schluter® Profiles

Introduction to Schluter® Profiles

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How to choose the appropriate profile size in relation to your tile

How to choose the appropriate profile size in relation to your tile

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How to Flatten your Substrate for Schluter® Profiles

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