Use and Care Manual

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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

length. The anodized aluminum version is

STAIR-NOSING PROFILES

2.8 Schluter

-RONDEC-STEP

2.11 Schluter

-SCHIENE-STEP

TAP

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

Summary of content (10 pages)

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S T A I R -NOSI NG PR O F I L E S 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.
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S T AI R -N O S I NG PR OFILE S intended for residential stair applications (stairs not exposed to heavy traffic). It is available in two vertical leg lengths, 1-3/16" (30 mm) and 1-1/2" (39 mm), to cover the edge of the sub-assembly. The integrated joint spacer establishes a defined joint cavity between the tile and the profile. Accessories are not available for the anodized aluminum version. 3.
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ST A I R-NOSING PRO F IL E S Material Properties and Areas of Application Schluter® stair-nosing profiles are resistant to most chemicals encountered in tiled environments. In special cases, the suitability of a proposed type of material must be verified based on the anticipated chemical, mechanical, and/or other stresses. Exceptions and special consider-ations are listed below.
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S T AI R -N O S I NG PR OFILE S 6. Trowel additional thin-set mortar over the anchoring leg and the stair tread surface to ensure full coverage and support of the tile edges. 7. Solidly embed the tread tiles so that the tiled surface is flush with the top of the profile. 8. A joint of approx. 1/16" - 1/8" (1.5 3 mm) should be left between the tile and the profile. 9. Fill joint completely with grout or setting material.
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ST A I R-NOSING PRO F IL E S 2.8 Schluter®-SCHIENE-STEP Item No. H= mm - in. Brushed Stainless Steel 304 (1.4301 = V2A) (EB) Profile =H A = 1-3/16" - 30 mm or 1-1/2" - 39 mm or 7/16" - 11 mm Inside corner, 90° Inside corner, 135° Outside corner, 90° and Outside corner, 135° End Cap A: 39 mm - 1-1/2" 6 9 11 12.
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S T AI R -N O S I NG PR OFILE S 3.4 Schluter®-TREP-FL Item No. H= mm - in. Stainless steel Stainless steel 304 (1.4301 = V2A) (E) Brushed stainless steel 304 (1.4301 = V2A) (EB) Satin anodized aluminum FL 90 EB FL 110 EB FL 125 EB FL 90 AE FL 110 AE FL 125 AE FL 90 EB/150 FL 110 EB/150 FL 125 EB/150 FL 90 AE/150 FL 110 AE/150 FL 125 AE/150 Accessories Item No. End cap End cap E/ FLEB E/ FLAE (AE) Length supplied: 8' 2-1/2" — 2.5 m =H 9 - 11/32 11 - 7/16 12.
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ST A I R-NOSING PRO F IL E S 3.2 Schluter®-TREP-S Item No. Item No. H= mm - in. 1-1/32" - 26 mm 3/32" - 2 mm =H Note: Radius of leading edge = 5/16" - 8 mm. Aluminum support with thermoplastic rubber insert Aluminum support section Length supplied: 8' 2-1/2" — 2.5 m PEA 26/color* Length supplied: 8' 2-1/2" — 2.5 m 8 - 5/16 10 - 3/8 12.5 - 1/2 color* 8 S color* 10 S color* 12 S TAS 8 TAS 10 TAS 12 Length supplied: 4' 11" — 1.5 m 8 - 5/16 10 - 3/8 12.
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S T AI R -N O S I NG PR OFILE S 3.2 Schluter®-TREP-B Item No. H= mm - in. 2-1/8" - 52 mm 3/32" - 2 mm =H Note: Radius of leading edge = 5/16" - 8 mm. Aluminum support with thermoplastic rubber insert Item No. Aluminum support section Replacement thermoplastic rubber insert Length supplied: 8' 2-1/2" — 2.5 m PEA 52/color* Length supplied: 8' 2-1/2" — 2.5 m 8 10 12.
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ST A I R-NOSING PRO F IL E S 3.3 Schluter®-TREP-G-S Item No. Item No. Brushed stainless steel support with non-slip tread (30 mm - 1-3/16") 11/16" - 17 mm H= mm - in. 1-3/16" - 30 mm or 2-5/32" - 55 mm Length supplied: 8' 2-1/2" — 2.5 m =H 9 11 13 15 - 11/32 - 7/16 - 33/64 - 9/16 GS GS GS GS EB EB EB EB 90 color* 110 color* 130 color* 150 color* Replacement tread Length supplied: 60' 1-1/32" — 18.3 m GS KB 183/color* Accessories Item No. End cap E/GS EB End cap Length supplied: 4' 11" — 1.
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Schluter®-Systems Stair-Nosing Profiles 5-Year Limited Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE: Subject to the conditions and limitations as stated in this Schluter®-Systems Stair-Nosing Profiles 5-Year Limited Warranty (the “Limited Warranty”), Schluter-Systems warrants that its Schluter®-RONDEC-STEP, Schluter®-TREP-SE, Schluter®-TREP-S, Schluter®-TREP-B, Schluter®-SCHIENESTEP, Schluter®-TREP-E, Schluter®-TREP-EK, Schluter®-TREP-FL, Schluter®-TREP-TAP, Schluter®-TREP-EFK and Schluter®-TREP-G, Schluter®-TREP-GK