Tile profiles

The standard profile is the most traditional edge protection for tile coverings. An effective safeguard that protects the tile edges from damage due to imperceptible angles. Unglazed tile edges or cut edges should be protected from mechanical stress. Naturally such edges are also visually enhanced with tile profiles.
Moreover tile profiles facilitate the laying process. They enable straight alignment respectively edging of the tile covering and the connection to other floor coverings, plasters, or carpet, individually designed floor mats, and much more.

When two tile coverings run together at 90° you get an unsightly corner as shown in the photo. The unglazed tile edge is visible.

To obtain an attractive and mechanically protected tile corner, it should be formed with a tile edge profile.

In the past, ceramic coverings were more inconspicuous, today they are used as a design element in the room. New sanitary and wall-attached installations offer design possibilities with tiled compartments, niches, and partition walls. Depending on individual taste, the round tile edge can be added harmoniously or as contrast element in the color and design scheme of the room.

When two tile coverings run together at 90° you get an unsightly corner as shown in the photo. The unglazed tile edge is visible.

To obtain an attractive and mechanically protected tile corner, it should be formed with a tile edge profile.

Step coverings and their edges are subject to stronger physical stress than are other floor areas. Here the important thing is to effectively protect step edges. It is also important to form them so that they prevent slipping. We offer different profiles for this purpose in our product line. Depending on application, you can choose from a wide variety of colors, shapes, and materials.

Stone or tile steps are extremely slippery when wet. If the edges of the steps are made of the same material as the steps then this represents a life-threatening hazard. Special anti-slip edges that are permanently bedded in mortar have the disadvantage that they can no longer be replaced if worn.

Here you see the optimal solution: a replaceable step edging profile. This means: If the rubber wears out it can be easily replaced. Even if the complete aluminium profile should wear out, it can also be easily replaced.

Even tile coverings that appear to be rigid are subject to expansion forces. This expansion is imperceptible to the human eye, however it can cause serious damage. The damage is manifest in cracked joints or even broken tiles. The tile covering loses its surface quality. Water can penetrate and secondary damage can occur. Expansion joints in tile coverings are thus necessary whenever you tile on differing substrates, if the substrate already shows expansion joints, or if the tile coverings are subject to great stress.

Here it is clear what can happen if expansion joints are not taken into consideration in large rooms. The tile cracks due to the tension.

In order to form a clean expansion joint it’s best to use an expansion joint profile as shown in the photo. It is simple to install and has a professional look.

With the clipstech® cover strip and the associated support profile you can easily create clean transitions for tile or also for other coverings. One visual advantage is that no screws are visible. The support profile is screwed onto the floor or pressed into the adhesive or mortar prior to laying the tiles.
After laying the tiles and the adjacent floor covering the clipstech® cover strip is simply clipped on. The profile is available in several colors.

When two floor coverings butt unevenly, the edges of the coverings fray or break out over time. This is not just unsightly, it also allows dirt to penetrate at these points. In addition there is an injury hazard at such points.

Use a clipstech® cover strip as shown in the photo for a clean transition between two floor coverings. Installation is simple and you get an attractive look.

Tile coverings are only water-tight to a certain extent. Moisture can penetrate into the substrate through joints, loose and cracked tiles, leading to efflorescence and moisture damage to the building fabric.

Existing cracks in the substrate can lead to problems during installation.

Isolating the tile covering from the substrate can have a counter-effect here.