Description
Genesis ESS Stainless Steel Straight Edge Tile Trim is straight edge tile trim profile designed to protect the edge of tiled floor or wall coverings. This profile offers superb resistance to principal chemical and atmospheric agents and is particularly recommended to protect steps in zones such as food processing industries, breweries, dairies, hospitals and external applications.
The smooth and non-porous surface makes it especially difficult for the adhesion and survival of bacteria and/or other microorganisms.
Genesis ESS Stainless Steel Straight Edge Tile Trim is available in a range of surface finishes/colours: 84 Stainless Steel, 102 Brushed Stainless Steel, 117 Matt Black, 187 Gold, 190 Brushed Gold and 195 Copper. The 84 Stainless Steel finish is supplied polished with a clear transparent film for added protection, before, during and after application – as standard. All profiles are manufactured from Grade 304 Stainless Steel. Grade 316 – marine grade stainless steel – is also available.
Genesis ESS Stainless Steel Straight Edge Tile Trim is available in 2.5 metre lengths, in the following internal height sizes: 4.5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 15mm and 18mm. Please note: The 117 Matt Black, 187 Gold, 190 Brushed Gold and 195 Copper finishes are only available in 10mm and 12mm internal height sizes.
Installation:
1. Select profile according to tile thickness.
2. Trowel tile adhesive over the area that forms the perimeter of the tiled covering.
3. Press the perforated anchoring leg of the Genesis ESS Stainless Steel Straight Edge Tile Trim into the tile adhesive and align, mechanically fixing if required.
4. Trowel additional adhesive over the perforated anchoring leg to ensure full coverage.
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 mm lower).
6. Fill the joint completely with grout.
General Cleaning and Maintenance:
General Cleaning and Maintenance Suggestion for Genesis ESS Stainless Steel Straight Edge Tile Trim:
Rinse off Genesis ESS Stainless Steel Straight Edge Tile Trim when exposed to Chlorine frequently with fresh water to wash away accumulated chemicals such as chlorine and wipe dry with a clean cloth. Especially try to clean immediately after use around chlorides (chlorine powder, seawater, etc.)
Clean frequently with a cleaner and water. Any cleaner that is safe for glass is usually safe for stainless steel.
Inspect frequently, if you notice discoloration, tarnish or water stains, increase the frequency of your fresh water rinses to reduce accumulated chemicals.
Remove any rust spots as soon as possible to prevent irreversible pitting.
Occasionally clean Genesis ESS Stainless Steel Straight Edge Tile Trim with borax, soda ash, or a non-abrasive commercial cleanser and water.
Stubborn Stains may be removed with a magnesium oxide, ammonia and water paste.
Consider the following periodic cleaning program:
1 can of powered cleanser
1 Scotchbrite pad
1 spray bottle cleaner
1 paste automotive wax
Cleaning Instructions:
Wet a cleaning pad with fresh water (do not use pool water) and apply powered cleanser to the trim. Using gentle pressure, rub stained areas in the same direction of the existing polishing grain until stains are removed. Rinse with clean water. Use cleaner de-greaser to remove any stains. Thoroughly dry the stainless then apply wax. Let wax dry to a haze and buff to a shine with a clean dry cloth. Automotive waxes will provide added beauty and protection for Genesis ESS Stainless Steel Straight Edge Tile Trim.
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