1. Select Schlüter-SCHIENE-STEP-EB according to the tile thickness.
2. Apply tile adhesive to the area where the perforated anchoring leg will be placed, using a notched trowel.
3. Press the trapezoid-perforated anchoring leg of Schlüter-SCHIENE-STEP-EB firmly into the adhesive and align it.
4. Trowel additional tile adhesive over the perforated anchoring leg to ensure full coverage.
5. Firmly press the adjoining tiles into place and align them in such a way that the upper profile edge is flush with the tile (the profile should not protrude over the surface of the covering; preferably, it should be approx. 1 mm below the top level of the covering). The tiles must be fully embedded in the area of the profile.
6. The tile is set to the lateral joint spacer, which creates an evenly spaced joint of 1.5 mm. In the case of stainless steel profiles, a joint of approx. 1.5 mm is recommended.
7. Use suitable materials and tools for the sensitive surfaces to avoid scratches or other damage. Residue of grout and tile adhesive should be removed immediately.
8. The pre-fabricated parts for Schlüter-SCHIENE-STEP-EB should overlap the profile by at least 10 mm. They cannot be subsequently attached, but must be laterally inserted as part of the profile installation and adhered with spots of a suitable installation adhesive (Schlüter-KERDI-FIX).

Schlüter-SCHIENE-STEP-EB is available in the following materials:

• EB = brushed stainless steel

Material properties and areas of application

In special cases, the suitability of the material type must be verified based on the anticipated chemical, mechanical, and/or other stresses. The information provided below is intended as a general guideline.

Schlüter-SCHIENE-STEP-EB (brushed stainless steel) is suitable for applications requiring resistance against chemical exposure and high mechanical loadings. Application areas include industrial food production facilities such as breweries, dairies, industrial kitchens, and hospitals as well as residential spaces. 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. Special anticipated stresses should therefore be verified in advance.