Tile Installation on Problematic Substrates
Presented at Qualicer, Castellon, Spain, William M. Carty, Ph.D. and Peter A. Nielsen,
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Uncoupling (DITRA)
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-PS
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-PS
Uncoupling (DITRA)
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-PS
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-PS is a peel and stick membrane that features a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) to bond the membrane to the substrate, eliminating the need for thin-set mortar. Quick and easy to install, DITRA-HEAT-PS integrates customizable, comfortable electric floor warming with the same functions associated with DITRA-HEAT: uncoupling, waterproofing*, vapor management, and load support to ensure a long-lasting tile installation.
Cables
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-HK-RK
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-HK-RK
Cables
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-HK-RK
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-HK-RK is a repair kit for DITRA-HEAT-E-HK heating cables. The kit contains all the material to replace one section of heating cable (grey section) up to 10" (25 cm) long or less in the event of damage, such as cuts by other trades during installation.
Cables
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-HK-SK
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-HK-SK
Cables
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-HK-SK
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-HK-SK is a splice kit for DITRA-HEAT-E-HK heating cables. The kit contains all the material to replace one factory splice of the heating cable.
Uncoupling (DITRA)
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-DUO-PS
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-DUO-PS
Uncoupling (DITRA)
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-DUO-PS
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-DUO-PS is a peel and stick membrane that features a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) to bond the membrane to the substrate, eliminating the need for thin-set mortar. Quick and easy to install, DITRA-HEAT-DUO-PS is an uncoupling membrane with an integrated bonding fleece that provides sound control, as well as a thermal break. Optionally, the system can be customized with of DITRA-HEAT-HK floor heating cables to create a warm tiled floor.
Schluter®-TROWEL
Schluter®-TROWEL
The Schluter®- DITRA-TROWEL, KERDI-TROWEL, and DITRA-HEAT/-DITRA-XL-TROWEL feature square-notched designs to effectively install DITRA, KERDI, DITRA-XL, DITRA-HEAT, and DITRA-HEAT-DUO, respectively.
Schluter®-PRIMER-PS
Schluter®-PRIMER-PS
PRIMER-PS is a ready-to-use, quick-drying topical primer designed specifically for Schluter’s peel and stick membranes. It is formulated to enhance the bond of peel and stick membranes to difficult-to-bond-to surfaces such as OSB, plywood, gypsum concrete, or vinyl. PRIMER-PS can be used in interior applications where increased adhesion is required over various porous and non-porous substrates.
Schluter®-BEKOTEC
Schluter®-BEKOTEC
The Schluter®-BEKOTEC family of products are lightweight modular screed systems that are used to create continuous screed surfaces without control joints or reinforcement and can also accommodate hydronic radiant heating tubes.
Schluter®-BEKOTEC-F
Schluter®-BEKOTEC-F
The Schluter®-BEKOTEC family of products are lightweight modular screed systems that are used to create continuous screed surfaces without control joints or reinforcement and can also accommodate hydronic radiant heating tubes.
Schluter ALL-SET®
Schluter ALL-SET®
Schluter ALL-SET® is a specialized modified thin-set mortar specifically formulated for use with Schluter® membranes and boards.
Schluter FAST-SET®
Schluter FAST-SET®
Schluter FAST-SET® is a specialized rapid-setting modified thin-set mortar specifically formulated for use with Schluter® membranes and boards.
Schluter®-PRIMER-U
Schluter®-PRIMER-U
Schluter®-PRIMER-U is a ready-to-use universal primer used to enhance adhesion of mortars for hard-to-bond substrates such as gypsum underlayment, existing tile, terrazzo, steel (e.g. raised access panels), flooring adhesive residue, concrete with curing compounds, latex paint, and glass tile.
Drains / Floor Drains
Schluter®-KERDI-DRAIN-F
Schluter®-KERDI-DRAIN-F
Drains / Floor Drains
Schluter®-KERDI-DRAIN-F
Schluter®-KERDI-DRAIN-F is a floor drain specifically designed for use in tiled floors in conjunction with Schluter®-DITRA and DITRA-HEAT membranes to provide reliable drainage. It is ideal for wet rooms, laundry rooms, bathroom floors, and other applications that require waterproofing and drainage. Protect floors and moisture-sensitive building structures by installing a secondary drain in areas at risk of water exposure.
Black Décor
Matching black shelf, profiles, and drain grate complete the look of this black and white bathroom. DITRA-HEAT warms the tile floor for that complete spa experience.
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Q:
Can I install electric floor warming systems on top of Schluter®-DITRA and Schluter®-DITRA-XL?
A:
Schluter®-Systems does not recommend the installation of floor warming systems over DITRA or DITRA-XL...
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Q:
Can Schluter®-DITRA and Schluter®-DITRA-XL be installed over vinyl flooring?
A:
Yes, Schluter®-DITRA or DITRA-XL can be installed over vinyl. Some limitations include the following: 1- Cushioned vinyl is...
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Q:
Can Schluter®-DITRA or Schluter®-DITRA-XL be installed over hardwood flooring?
A:
We don't recommend or warranty DITRA or DITRA-XL installation over existing hardwood flooring as it is very unstable and difficult to bond...
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