Use and Care Guide

6
SHOWER SYSTEM
of a stainless steel frame that can be
seamlessly adjusted to the thickness of the
ceramic tile or stone covering – 1/8" to
1" (3 mm to 25 mm) for standard grate
assemblies and 1/4" to 23/32" (6 mm to 18
mm) for style grate assemblies – and stainless
steel grates that are placed within the frame.
The standard grate assembly frame features
a 3/8" (10 mm) wide reveal after installation
and can be combined with one of two grate
options: Closed (A) or Perforated (B). Each
standard assembly is available in a brushed
or chrome finish. The Perforated (B) option
is also available with a locking mechanism
(brushed stainless steel, 3/4" – 19 mm frame
only) for applications where tamper resistance
is desired or required (e.g., healthcare and
education facilities, etc.). The style grate
assembly frame features a minimal reveal after
installation and can be combined with one of
three grate options: Floral (E), Curve (F), or
Pure (G). Each style assembly is available in a
brushed finish. The covering support is placed
flush with the top of the channel body and
can therefore accommodate any thickness
tile covering.
If KERDI-LINE is placed at shower entrance,
it is recommended that grate assembly A or
the covering support is chosen and that the
drainage openings span the maximum width
of the entrance to limit potential overflow;
secondary drainage (e.g., KERDI-DRAIN) may
be required in the drying area.
Schluter
®
-KERDI-LINE-FC is a stainless
steel cover plate for use with KERDI-LINE to
create a seamless look in applications where
multiple drains are installed end-to-end.
KERDI-LINE-FC features a brushed finish,
and is designed for use with either the solid
or perforated grates with brushed stainless
steel frame.
14.1 Schluter
®
-SHOWERPROFILE-
S/-R system profiles represent an elegant
solution for finishing the area between the
floor and the first course of wall tile in a way
that eliminates cutting wedges of tile and
ensures a consistent elevation of the first
course of wall tile in KERDI-LINE applications.
SHOWERPROFILE-S consists of a trapezoid-
perforated anchoring leg with a groove,
which accepts a tapered brushed stainless
steel profile that matches the slope of the
KERDI-SHOWER-L shower tray. The profile is
adjusted to cover the exposed wall area and
forms the visible surface. SHOWERPROFILE-R
consists of a brushed stainless steel profile
and corresponding channel. The profile is
adjusted to fit the space between the KERDI-
LINE and the wall tile and forms the visible
surface in applications where the KERDI-LINE
is placed adjacent to a wall.
Material Properties and
Areas of Application
KERDI-DRAIN and KERDI-DRAIN-H drain
casings are formed using ABS, PVC, or
stainless steel 304 (1.4301 = V2A). Plastic
drain casings feature a polypropylene fleece
webbing. The KERDI-DRAIN adaptor kits
feature adaptor rings made of stainless steel
304 (1.4301 = V2A) with thermoplastic rubber
gaskets and adaptor flanges made of stainless
steel 304 (1.4301 = V2A) or ABS. Drain grates
are available in stainless steel 304 (1.4301 =
V2A) and anodized aluminum. The covering
support is stainless steel 304 (1.4301 = V2A)
with KERDI laminated on the surface.
The KERDI-LINE channel body is formed
using stainless steel 316 L (1.4404 =V4A)
and features a bonding flange with a KERDI
collar laminated on the surface. KERDI is
a bonded waterproof membrane made of
soft polyethylene, which is covered on both
sides with a special fleece webbing to anchor
the membrane in the thin-set mortar. The
frame and grates are made of stainless steel
316 L (1.4404 =V4A). The channel support
is made of pressure-resistant, expanded
polystyrene (EPS).
KERDI-DRAIN, KERDI-DRAIN-H and KERDI-
LINE are suitable for use in residential and
commercial applications, including areas
subject to foot and wheelchair traffic, such
as showers and wet rooms in homes, hotels,
schools, healthcare facilities, etc.
Stainless steel can sustain high mechanical
stresses and is particularly suitable for
applications requiring resistance against
chemicals and acids. However, even stainless
steel is not resistant to all chemical stresses,
and may be affected by hydrochloric acid,
hydrofluoric acid or certain chlorine, chloride,
and brine concentrations, which may be
present in detergents or swimming pools. In
special cases, the suitability of the selected
floor drainage system must be verified based
on the anticipated chemical, mechanical, and/
or other stresses.
Anodized aluminum retains a uniform
appearance during normal use. The surface,
however, is susceptible to scratching and
wear and may be damaged by grout or setting
material. Therefore, these materials must be
removed immediately.
Various configurations of KERDI-DRAIN and
KERDI-LINE are listed by UPC
®, CSA, ICC-ES
PMG and NSF. Relevant industry standard
guidelines for floor drains with integrated
bonding flange include method B422 in
the Tile Council of North America's (TCNA)
Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation and
Method 326DR in the Terrazzo, Tile and
Marble Association of Canada (TTMAC)
Specification Guide 09300 Tile Installation
Manual.
The KERDI-LINE-FC is roll-formed using
stainless steel 316 L (1.4404 = V4A).
The SHOWERPROFILE-S anchoring
leg is made of recycled, rigid PVC. The
SHOWERPROFILE-S/-R profiles are made
of stainless steel 316 L (1.4404 = V4A) with
KERDI laminated on the backside.
Maintenance
KERDI-DRAIN, KERDI-DRAIN-H, KERDI-
LINE, and SHOWERPROFILE-S/-R require no
special maintenance and are resistant to mold
and fungi. The drain grates may be removed
to clean the drain housing and the drain pipes.
Clean the grates and profiles using common
household cleaning agents. Stainless steel
exposed to the environment or aggressive
substances should be cleaned periodically
using a mild household cleaner. Regular
cleaning maintains the neat appearance
of stainless steel and reduces the risk of
corrosion. All cleaning agents must be free
of hydrochloric acid, hydrofluoric acid, and
chlorides. Stainless steel surfaces develop a
sheen when treated with a chrome-polishing
agent. Do not use abrasive or alkaline cleaning
agents.
Shelves
Application and Function
17.1 Schluter
®
-SHELF is a wall storage
system available in brushed stainless steel.
The shelves are 5/32" (4 mm) -thick and
features designs coordinating with the Curve
and Floral styles found in KERDI-DRAIN and
KERDI-LINE drain grates. They can be used in
showers and other tiled wall applications (e.g.,
kitchens and baths). Schluter
®
-SHELF-E is
suitable for corner installations and available
in three different shapes. It features 3/32" (2
mm) -thick tabs that allow for installation with
the tile or in retrofit applications. Schluter
®
-
SHELF-W is a rectangular shelf with two
17.1 Schluter
®
-SHELF-E/-W/-N