Description
The Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile is a stair nosing profile that has a special florentine design shape for making safe and attractive stair edges. It is available in standard and brushed stainless steel, or anodised aluminium. The Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile is designed for installation with tiles and features an anchoring leg that is inserted beneath the front edge of the tile on the stair tread.
The Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile is available in the following internal height sizes: 9mm, 11mm and 12.5mm. All sizes are available in lengths of 2.5, 1.5 or 1 metres.
The Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile is intended for use in residential or similarly used interior applications with low foot traffic. The profile is solidly embedded in the covering and cannot be replaced when it becomes worn. It is designed to protect the front edge of steps and increases visibility providing a defined edge between the vertical and horizontal edge of the step, in support of safety on stairs. The aluminium profile has an additional slip resistant tread. Matching end caps for both the stainless steel and anodised aluminium variants are available separately – Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile End Caps.
The anodised aluminium Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile features an additional slip resistant tread and has an anodised surface finish that will not change under normal circumstances. The surface must be protected against abrasion or scratching. Cementitious materials, in conjunction with moisture, become alkaline. Since aluminium is sensitive to alkaline substances, exposure to the alkali (depending on the concentration and duration of exposure) may result in corrosion (aluminium hydroxide formation). For this reason, remove mortar or grouting material immediately from all visible areas and do not cover freshly installed coverings with foil. In addition, ensure that the profile is solidly embedded in the setting material to prevent water from accumulating in small cavities.
The polished and brushed stainless steel Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profiles are made of roll formed stainless steel V2A (material no. 1.4301). The profile structure therefore differs slightly from the appearance of the extruded anodised aluminium version of the Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile. Stainless steel is particularly well suited for applications that, in addition to heavy mechanical stresses, require resistance to chemicals such as acidic or alkaline detergents. Even stainless steel is not resistant to all chemical stresses, and may be affected by hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acid or certain chloride and brine concentrations. In certain cases, this also applies to seawater pools. Special anticipated stresses should therefore be verified in advance.
Installation Instructions:
- Select the correct size Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile according to tile thickness.
- Set the covering material on the riser so that the top edge of the covering is at the correct height.
- Apply suitable tile adhesive along the edge area above the riser.
- Embed the Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile fully in the tile adhesive and align the profile in such a way that the profile’s overhanging edge is flush with the riser tile after applying adhesive.
- In the case of the anodised aluminium Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile, the inner rounded cavity at the profile’s front edge must also be filled with suitable tile adhesive prior to installing the tiles.
- Completely cover the perforated anchoring leg and the tread area with tile adhesive.
- Firmly press the tread tile into place and adjust it in such a way that the tiled surface is flush with the top of the profile. All tiles in the profile area must be solidly bedded.
- A joint of approximately 2mm in width should be left between the tile and the profile.
- Fill the joint completely with grout.
Maintenance:
The Schluter TREP FL Stair Nosing Profile requires no special maintenance or care. Damaged anodised surfaces can be restored with paint. Stainless steel surfaces exposed to the environment or aggressive substances should be cleaned periodically using a mild household cleaner. Regular cleaning maintains the neat appearance of stainless steel and reduces the risk of corrosion. All cleaning agents must be free of hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acid. Avoid the contact with other metals, such as regular steel, to prevent corrosion. This also includes installation tools such as trowels or steel wool, e.g. for the removal of mortar residue. We recommend the use of the stainless steel cleaning polish Schluter CLEAN CP.
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