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May 2025
Schlüter helps make tile installations more efficient
Sophie Sutherland, Marketing Manager of Schlüter-Systems, looks at how innovative solutions can result in an efficient tile installation
Schlüter-Systems has developed a wide range of practical products for practical people which help simplify installations, speed up installation time or create a more efficient process, all whilst increasing an installer's earning potential. These innovative solutions are designed to work together, offering installers a one-stop shop for ongoing support, to purchase the products from and peace of mind that the installation is fit for purpose and will stand the test of time.
One of Schlüter's latest innovations is DITRA Peel & Stick. Building on the success of the original DITRA, the Peel & Stick format offers reliable uncoupling, waterproofing, crack-bridging and vapour pressure equalisation properties in the same way as the original mat, with the added benefit of being able to use in conjunction with P5 green chipboard. This substrate is often misunderstood, used incorrectly and can be difficult to work with, as it is not suitable to use with traditional tile adhesive and does not offer the same level of protection against tiles cracking, debonding or moisture. DITRA Peel & Stick mitigates this issue. The pressure sensitive adhesive allows installers to easily stick the membrane down onto even the trickiest substrates, with no tile adhesive, no mess and allows for the instant application of tiles on top of the membrane.
DITRA-HEAT(andDITRA-HEAT Peel & Stick)
DITRA-HEAT is a universal substrate for tile coverings, which serves as an uncoupling, crack bridging, waterproofing and vapour management layer and is designed for the attachment of heating cables. Whilst a traditional underfloor heating system would require the laying of a cable, the addition of a levelling compound and the installation of uncoupling, the DITRA-HEAT mat does everything. Using DITRA-HEAT means you don't need to purchase and install these independently, making installation of underfloor heating quicker.
The DITRA-HEAT Peel & Stick membrane offers a great alternative to our traditional membrane. Peel & Stick is a simple, clean, and quick way to install electric underfloor heating. A thin layer of pre-applied pressure sensitive adhesive on the underside eliminates the need for additional adhesive. With one less step in the process, it is quicker to install as no adhesive is required to fix to the substrate. This will save you precious time on prepping, as no mixing or spreading is needed (and no clean-up is required!) Peel & Stick also comes with the same benefits as the original DITRA-HEAT, so it can be used as an all-in-one system to provide other functions, again, saving time on multiple installation steps.
KERDI-200
Schlüter-KERDI-200has been developed as a bonded waterproofing assembly for use with ceramic tile and natural stone coverings. Correct application involves bonding to an even, load bearing substrate with an appropriate adhesive, with tiles then laid directly on top. When using KERDI-200, it is not essential to wait for the adhesive to dry prior to tiling. The tile covering can be installed as soon as the entire waterproofing assembly is tightly sealed at all overlaps, corners and joints.
Schlüter also offers wider 2m rolls of KERDI-200, making installation even quicker and more efficient as the wide roll will typically cover the height of a shower head, and will have fewer joins and seams to seal to ensure the appropriate waterproofing.
Being able to move on to the next stage of the installation process is a huge benefit, as it means less time is spent on prepping the substrate.
KERDI-BOARD range
TheKERDI-BOARDrange offers a simple solution to many installation pain points and are adaptable to many bathroom installation scenarios including boxing around pipework, creating curves or corner formations. Often these tasks require a lot more effort, from design work, to creating the components needed, to the installation and making sure the result is watertight. Products in the range are suitable for waterproofing and vapour management and can be used to provide a substrate ready for tile installation.
- KERDI-BOARD-Vis a construction panel with vertical grooves for creating curved substrates
- KERDI-BOARD-Eis an angled component for creating corner formations and pipe panelling
- KERDI-BOARD-Uis a U-shaped component for creating pipe panelling
As well as other KERDI-BOARD components, Schlüter's answer to a built-in niche allows for the creation of bathroom storage without requiring independent components to be custom built, a complicated and time-consuming task.KERDI-BOARD-Nare prefabricated installation components made of KERDI-BOARD for creating niches and shelves for wall areas of all kinds. KERDI-BOARD-NLTare prefabricated niche sets made of KERDI-BOARD with plug-and-playLIPROTEC-LEDtechnology. They are used to create illuminated niches and supporting surfaces for wall areas of all kinds.
By using Schlüter products, an installer can work smarter and not harder to achieve a beautiful finish and save precious installation time.
For further information, call01530 813396or visithttps://www.schluter.co.uk/
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With Compliments:
Taylor Alden
media@tayloralden.co.uk