Schluter^®-ECK-E

Schluter®-ECK-E est un profilé de protection des rebords des carreaux en acier inoxydable utilisé pour les angles muraux extérieurs de 90° ou 135°. Il assure une excellente protection des rebords contre les contraintes mécaniques, par exemple dans des cuisines industrielles et des hôpitaux. De plus, il formera un rebord arrondi aux angles muraux extérieurs pour procurer un fini épuré et décoratif.

ECK-E possède des ailettes ancrage perforées de trous en forme de trapèze qui s’enfoncent dans le ciment-colle sous les carreaux. Il est aussi particulièrement bien adapté aux endroits où il y a des critères stricts en matière d'hygiène (ex. : hôpitaux, cuisines industrielles, salles de nettoyage, salles de bain et usines de traitement des aliments), en plus de présenter une belle esthétique.

ECK-E peut s’agencer aux profilés à gorge en acier inoxydable Schluter®-DILEX-EHK (coins internes des murs et transitions sol/mur) et Schluter®-DILEX-HKS (transitions sol/mur).

The Schluter®-ECK-E profile requires no special maintenance or care and is resistant to mold and fungi. Clean profiles periodically using neutral cleaning agents.

Stainless steel surfaces exposed to the environment or aggressive substances should be cleaned periodically using a neutral cleaner. Regular cleaning maintains the neat appearance of stainless steel and reduces the risk of corrosion. Avoid the use of strong acids (e.g. hydrochloric or hydrofluoric) and base/alkaline cleaners (e.g. bleach, ammonia, chlorides). Do not use abrasive cleaning agents and tools. Stainless steel surfaces develop a sheen when treated with a chrome-polishing agent.Oxidation films on aluminum may be removed with a common polishing agent but will form again. In the case of anodized aluminum, do not use abrasive cleaning agents.

1. Select the profile according to tile thickness and format.

2. Using a notched trowel, apply thin-set mortar to the area where the profile is to be placed.

3. Press the perforated anchoring leg of the profile into the mortar and align.

4. Trowel additional thin-set mortar over the perforated anchoring leg to ensure full coverage and support of the tile edges.

5. Solidly embed the tiles so that the tiled surface is flush with the top of the profile; the profile should not be higher than the tiled surface, but rather up to approx. 1/32" (1 mm) lower.

6. Set the tile, leaving a space for grout of approximately 1/16" – 1/8" (1.5 - 3 mm).

7. Fill the joint completely with grout or setting material. Note: Remove the protective foil from the ECK-E immediately after grouting.

8. Work with materials and tools that will not scratch or damage sensitive surfaces. Setting materials must be removed immediately, especially from aluminum.