Use and Care Guide
INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR CERAMIC AND STONE TILE
FINISHING, EDGE PROTECTION, VISUAL ENHANCEMENT, AND SLIP-RESISTANCE
Ceramic and stone tiles are brittle 
materials whose exposed edges are 
prone to cracking and chipping when 
left unprotected. Tiled stair edges that 
do not utilize appropriate trim pieces 
are left vulnerable to chipping and  
breaking and can create a slip hazard, 
especially in exterior applications.  
Schluter
®
 stair-nosing profiles protect 
exposed tile edges and improve 
safety on tiled stairways by providing  
slip-resistant wear surfaces and 
increased visibility in both residential 
and commercial applications.
Application and Function
Residential Applications
2.8 Schluter
®
-RONDEC-STEP is a 
finishing and edging profile for ceramic 
tile and natural stone installations on stairs 
and countertops. The profile features a 
trapezoid-perforated anchoring leg, which 
is secured in the mortar bond coat beneath 
the tile. The top of the profile features  
a symmetrically rounded edge with  
1/4"  (6 mm) radius, which matches the 
RONDEC profile, while the vertical leg of 
the profile hides the exposed edge of 
the sub-assembly. In addition, the profile 
effectively protects tiles in the edge area 
from mechanical and impact stresses. 
The integrated joint spacer establishes 
a defined joint cavity between the tile  
and the profile. RONDEC-STEP is 
suitable for residential applications,  
e.g., stairs not exposed to heavy traffic, 
and countertops. RONDEC-STEP is 
available in two vertical leg lengths, 1-1/2" 
(39 mm) and 2-1/4" (57 mm), to cover the 
edge of the sub-assembly. The profile is 
available in anodized aluminum with various 
finishes to allow for decorative design and 
interesting accents. Matching corners  
are available.
2.11 Schluter
®
-SCHIENE-STEP  is a 
finishing and edging profile for ceramic 
tile and natural stone installations on 
countertops, stairs, and tile over tile 
applications on walls. The profile features a 
trapezoid-perforated anchoring leg, which 
is secured in the mortar bond coat beneath 
the tile. The top of the profile features 
a vertical wall section that finishes and 
protects the tile from damage, while the 
vertical leg covers the edge of the sub-
assembly, top of the riser, or existing wall 
tile edge.
SCHIENE-STEP is available in anodized 
aluminum and brushed stainless steel 
versions, which have different shapes and 
intended uses. The stainless steel version 
is available in three vertical leg lengths:  
1-1/2" (39 mm) for countertops, 1-3/16" 
(30 mm) for stairs, and 7/16" (11 mm) for 
tile over tile applications. Matching inside 
and outside corners and connectors are 
available, depending on the vertical leg 
STAIR-NOSING PROFILES
2.8 Schluter
®
-RONDEC-STEP
2.11 Schluter
®
-SCHIENE-STEP
E
EK
SE
S
B
TAP
G
GK
3.5 Schluter
®
-TREP-G/-GK
3.2 Schluter
®
-TREP-SE/-S/-B
3.4 Schluter
®
-TREP-FL
3.3 Schluter
®
-TREP-E/-EK
3.3 Schluter
®
-TREP-EFK










