Maximizing ceramic tile installation with trim profiles
Tile Letter Magazine, Sean Gerolimatos and Lisa Schwartz
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For Walls / Edging & Outside Wall Corners
Schluter®-INDEC
Schluter®-INDEC
For Walls / Edging & Outside Wall Corners
Schluter®-INDEC
Schluter®-INDEC is an anodized aluminum profile for outside corners of tiled surfaces and tiled edges. The reveal of the profile forms a square recessed groove for modern decorative design and interesting contrasts.
Profiles for LVT / LVT Applications on Floors
Schluter®-VINPRO-U
Schluter®-VINPRO-U
Profiles for LVT / LVT Applications on Floors
Schluter®-VINPRO-U
Schluter®-VINPRO-U is designed to provide a smooth transition between resilient floor coverings (e.g., LVT) and floor coverings at lower elevations. The sloped surface has been designed to eliminate trip hazards while still providing a discreet and minimal reveal.
Cove-shaped Profiles
Schluter®-DILEX-EKE
Schluter®-DILEX-EKE
Cove-shaped Profiles
Schluter®-DILEX-EKE
Schluter®-DILEX-EKE is a corner movement joint profile with rigid PVC anchoring legs and a 3/16” (5 mm)-wide, soft chlorinated polyethylene (CPE) movement zone that separates individual tile fields at floor/wall transitions and inside wall corners and forms the visible surface.
For Floors / Sloped Transitions
Schluter®-RENO-RAMP/-K
Schluter®-RENO-RAMP/-K
For Floors / Sloped Transitions
Schluter®-RENO-RAMP/-K
The Schluter®-RENO-RAMP profile is designed for new floor constructions, to create a smooth transition between tile coverings and floor coverings at lower elevations. The RENO-RAMP-K profile is designed to be bonded to existing floor coverings.
For Walls / Decorative
Schluter®-QUADEC-FS
Schluter®-QUADEC-FS
For Walls / Decorative
Schluter®-QUADEC-FS
Schluter®-QUADEC-FS is a double-rail feature strip profile that features a recessed section to which field or accent tile is bonded.
For Floors / Same-height Transitions
Schluter®-RENO-T
Schluter®-RENO-T
For Floors / Same-height Transitions
Schluter®-RENO-T
Schluter®-RENO-T is designed to provide transitions between existing, same-height, hard surface floor coverings, primarily in retrofit applications (e.g., ceramic or natural stone, parquet flooring, concrete pavers, laminate, etc).
Profiles
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-ZB
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-ZB
Profiles
Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-ZB
The Schluter®-KERDI-BOARD-ZB is a U-shaped stainless steel profile with three perforated sides for the tiling and reinforcement of open-ended partition walls.
Movement Joint Profiles / Inside Corner Movement Joints
Schluter®-DILEX-BTO
Schluter®-DILEX-BTO
Movement Joint Profiles / Inside Corner Movement Joints
Schluter®-DILEX-BTO
Schluter®-DILEX-BTO is an expansion joint profile that bridges expansion joints at floor/wall transitions and accommodates movement via the 1-3/16” (30 mm)-wide telescopic center section, which also forms the visible surface.
Movement Joint Profiles / Perimeter Joints
Schluter®-DILEX-KSA
Schluter®-DILEX-KSA
Movement Joint Profiles / Perimeter Joints
Schluter®-DILEX-KSA
Schluter®-DILEX-KSA is a perimeter joint profile with a stainless steel or aluminum anchoring leg and a 3/8” (10 mm)-wide, replaceable rubber movement zone that isolates the tile covering from fixed building elements.
Cove-shaped Profiles
Schluter®-DILEX-HK
Schluter®-DILEX-HK
Cove-shaped Profiles
Schluter®-DILEX-HK
Schluter®-DILEX-HK is a cove-shaped profile with rigid PVC anchoring legs and a soft CPE movement zone that separates individual tile fields at floor/wall transitions and forms the visible surface.
Profiles for LVT / LVT Applications on Floors
Schluter®-VINPRO-T
Schluter®-VINPRO-T
Profiles for LVT / LVT Applications on Floors
Schluter®-VINPRO-T
Schluter®-VINPRO-T is designed to provide smooth and even transitions between same-height resilient floor coverings, (e.g., LVT).
Waterproofing (KERDI)
Schluter®-KERDI-FLEX
Schluter®-KERDI-FLEX
Waterproofing (KERDI)
Schluter®-KERDI-FLEX
Schluter®-KERDI-FLEX is a flexible polyethylene waterproofing strip used to seal movement joints over DITRA in specialty applications where large movements are expected, i.e. over expansion joints or construction joints.
New Dallas-Fort Worth Facility
Schluter Systems Opens Additional Distribution, Office, and Training Center in Dallas-Fort Worth New Building is over 500,000 sq. ft.
DITRA 2.0: Now even better
DITRA provides the 4 essential functions that ensure the durability of tiled floors: uncoupling, waterproofing, load support, and vapor management. A convenient alternative to cement backer board or plywood and OSB, DITRA is thin, lightweight, and quick and easy to install.
Waterproofing Membrane For A Shower
Bathrooms are the wettest rooms in a house and therefore require special attention to prevent water damage. Waterproofing membranes are an essential element of any bathroom, particularly in areas where water is frequently present, such as in showers and tub surrounds. These thin layers of material are designed to protect the structural elements of a bathroom, such as walls, floors, and subfloors, from mold, mildew, and water damage, thereby ensuring the longevity of the bathroom.
Q:
Can I use Schluter®-KERDI in my steam shower?
A:
Yes. KERDI is suitable for use in intermittent use steam showers. Schluter®-KERDI-DS is required for continuous use steam rooms...
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Q:
How far up the wall do I need to install the Schluter®-KERDI?
A:
For showers and bathtub surrounds, KERDI must be carried to the height of the showerhead at minimum...
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Q:
How do I cut profiles?
A:
Schluter™ profiles are available in a variety of different materials , so methods for cutting vary. Below are best practices for cutting according...
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