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Profiles

With tile manufacturers trending away from making trim units (including, but not limited to, bullnose), paired with the many shapes, sizes, and material types in the marketplace, it has been challenging to address the area where tile terminates or transitions on both floors and walls. Fortunately, innovative manufacturers have addressed this with profiles made from various alloys and plastics that maintain both function and pleasing aesthetics. Profiles should be seen as adding value to the tile project. Profiles, while not new to the market, have seen wider use in recent years and now can be found on almost every tile project. With this increased acceptance and the complexity of tile projects, questions and concerns within the industry have arisen around the proper application, fitting, and usage of profiles.

Below as a point of reference, are some of the most common profiles and where they are used.

TRANSITIONS

EDGE PROTECTION

COVE SHAPED

The above profiles do not take the place of TCNA Handbook method EJ171, which provides guidelines for the placement of movement joints. It is imperative to consult the profile manufacturer for specific details about each profile and to determine which profile is best suited for the desired application.

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Chapter 1 | Pre- and Post-Installation Considerations