Shower Installation Guide
22 PROFILES — Unleash your creativity
Ceramic cove base represents a neat, hygienic method for treating transitions at inside corners by
providing a curved surface that prevents the collection of dirt and is easy to clean. However, the
limited availability of ceramic trim pieces has resulted in the use of sealant and caulk to treat such
transitions. These joints must be continually maintained throughout the life of the installation. This
may include replacing the joints, which requires cutting the sealant out and possibly compromising
the waterproofing membrane.
Schluter
®
-Systems offers various cove-shaped profiles to address the need to finish inside
corners. These profiles can be used with any field tile to produce permanent, easy to clean, and
maintenance-free floor/wall transitions and inside wall corners.
Maintenance-free inside corners
Schluter
®
-DILEX-EKE
Provides a straight, uniform, and discreet joint that eliminates sealant at inside corners.
Available in a variety of colors to match the grout.
= O
= U
5 mm - 3/16"
TILE
TILE
Schluter
®
-DILEX-AHK/-EHK/-HKW
These cove-shaped profiles allow for easy cleaning and will not trap debris, making them
ideal for areas where strict hygiene is essential, such as tiled showers and bathtub surrounds.
These profiles are available in a wide range of materials and finishes such as stainless steel,
anodized aluminum, brass, and colored PVC to produce a variety of looks, including bold
contrasts, discreet color matches to the grout, and complements to plumbing fixtures.
Matching inside and outside corners and end caps are available with these profiles. The
prefabricated corners eliminate mitered corners and provide a professional finished look.
TILE
TILE
= H
= H
r = 10 mm -
3/8"
TILE
TILE
= H
= H
r = 18.5 mm -
23/32"
TILE
TILE
= O
= U
r = 18 mm -
1/16"
AHK (Anodized aluminum)
EHK (Stainless steel)
HKW (PVC)
Note: Colors and finishes referenced are not available for all products. Please see the
Schluter
®
-Systems Illustrated Price List or visit www.schluter.com for more information on
available materials, finishes, and sizes.
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