Tile Installation on Problematic Substrates
Presented at Qualicer, Castellon, Spain, William M. Carty, Ph.D. and Peter A. Nielsen,
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Accessories / Niches
Schluter®-DESIGN-NICHE
Schluter®-DESIGN-NICHE
Accessories / Niches
Schluter®-DESIGN-NICHE
Schluter®-DESIGN-NICHE is a prefabricated, powder-coated aluminum shower niche that provides sleek, functional storage without the need for tile. This fully waterproof niche is designed for fast, hassle-free installation, making it an ideal solution for showers, bathrooms, and other wet areas. The adjustable frame allows for flush or reveal edge installation and accommodates tile thicknesses from 3 mm (1/8") to 55 mm (2-3/16").
KERDI-BOARD Panels
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SN
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SN
KERDI-BOARD Panels
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SN
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SN is a prefabricated shower niche that is fully sealed, quick to install, and integrates with KERDI and KERDI-BOARD shower assemblies. All niche sizes include a waterproof KERDI-BAND frame to seal the seams, as well as screws and washers for fastening KERDI-BOARD-SN to stud framing.
LED Shower Niches
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SNLT
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SNLT
LED Shower Niches
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SNLT
KERDI-BOARD-SNLT is a prefabricated shower niche that features integrated LIPROTEC LED lighting. The niche includes a waterproof cable connection box at the top of the niche to ensure a code-compliant installation of electrical components in a wet area. The kit includes a profile and a LIPROTEC light strip that inserts directly into the profile and can be installed in either a center or rear position at the top of the niche.
Accessories / Shelves
Schluter®-SHELF-N
Schluter®-SHELF-N
Accessories / Shelves
Schluter®-SHELF-N
The Schluter®-SHELF-N is a rectangular shelf designed to fit into Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SN/-SNLT prefabricated niches.
LED Shower Niches
Schluter®-LIPROTEC-CW
Schluter®-LIPROTEC-CW
LED Shower Niches
Schluter®-LIPROTEC-CW
The LIPROTEC-CW cable features a pre-installed waterproof snap-in gland for a secure connection to the top of the niche, and connectors to attach the LED strip.
LED Shower Niches
Schluter®-LIPROTEC-ECX
Schluter®-LIPROTEC-ECX
LED Shower Niches
Schluter®-LIPROTEC-ECX
LIPROTEC-ECX is an all-in-one LED power supply and in-wall dimmer switch that eliminates compatibility issues between drivers and dimmer switches.
LED Shower Niches
Schluter®-LIPROTEC-ECD
Schluter®-LIPROTEC-ECD
LED Shower Niches
Schluter®-LIPROTEC-ECD
LIPROTEC-ECD is an in-line dimmable driver that is hard wired into your electrical. It is compatible with a range of popular dimmer switches including smart dimmers, allowing you to have matching light switches throughout your bathroom.
For Stairs / Cover the Sub-Assembly
Schluter®-TREP-FL
Schluter®-TREP-FL
For Stairs / Cover the Sub-Assembly
Schluter®-TREP-FL
The Schluter®-TREP-FL is a decorative stair-nosing profile with a protruding rounded edge that can be integrated into stairs covered with tile or stone.
Thermostats
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-WiFi
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-WiFi
Thermostats
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-WiFi
Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-E-WiFi is a programmable Wi-Fi thermostat used to control DITRA-HEAT-E-HK heating cables.
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.
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.
Movement Joint Profiles / Surface & Expansion Joints
Schluter®-DILEX-F
Schluter®-DILEX-F
Movement Joint Profiles / Surface & Expansion Joints
Schluter®-DILEX-F
Schluter®-DILEX-F is a surface movement joint profile. The two-part system consists of a carrier profile with anchor legs made of rigid, recycled PVC, and a slim replaceable silicone inlay that mimics grout lines. When installed, it blends into any tile field for a seamless visible surface. The carrier profile (DILEX-FCS) has a protective cover that is removed after tile installation and replaced with the selected color of silicone inlay (DILEX-FIS). The inlay is approximately 1/8" (3 mm) wide when installed.
Kerdi-Board Building Panels
Sean Gerolimatos
New Illuminated Shower Niche Technology from Schluter-Systems
Shower niches that incorporate LED lighting are increasingly popular, but not every system adequately addresses the challenges of bringing electrical components into a wet environment. Schluter®-Systems is now introducing the Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-SNLT, a prefabricated KERDI-BOARD shower niche with integrated Schluter®-LIPROTEC LED lighting designed to ensure that all connections are compliant with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
Curbless Showers
Open concept, or curbless showers are increasing in popularity due to their sophisticated yet simple design, and accessibility.
Q:
Can I install alternate floor coverings over Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT or Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT-DUO instead of tile or stone?
A:
The Schluter®-DITRA-HEAT system is suitable for applications with engineered wood, vinyl, wood plastic composite (WPC), luxury vinyl tiles (LVT), luxury vinyl planks (LVP) and more.
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Q:
How long can I leave a primed floor before applying a membrane?
A:
The membrane can be installed as soon as the thin-set can be applied to the primed substrate...
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Q:
How do I connect an expansion unit/power module to the DITRA-HEAT-E-RS1 smart thermostat?
