
LIPROTEC-LLPM
LED module consisting of an LED strip and an attachment profile with anchoring leg
Light is a crucial factor that affects the atmosphere of a living space. Our Schlüter-LIPROTEC LED illuminated profile system can be used to produce impressive lighting effects in wall and floor coverings made of tile and natural stone.
A variety of surface finishes, interesting textures and custom designs: Tiles and natural stone floor coverings are absolutely perfect for being shown off in their best light. Schlüter-LIPROTEC makes it really simple to create such individual lighting concepts. Choose between the LIPROTEC-EASY plug-and-play system for convenient installation using plug-in connectors or the individually components of LIPROTEC-PRO that can be configured for a wide range of applications.
Tiles and natural stone are not just excellent floor coverings, but also an essential design element in modern architectural design. Whether particularly large-format tiles, realistic wood and concrete surface finishes, complex patterns or colourful accents: there are virtually unlimited design alternatives to suit almost every conceivable decorating style. The obvious solution is to place the lighting exactly where it is needed to create accents: directly in, around or behind the tile covering – such as in showers, at the edges of coverings, along skirtings, in surface-mounted installations, on stairs or as a frame for mirrors. So why not use the proven profile and waterproofing technology to implement lighting concepts directly in the tiles? What is the best way to harmoniously implement lighting and ceramics, immediately after the tiles have been installed, ensuring reliable waterproofing and simple installation?
The idea behind our product solutions in lighting profile technology – or, more simply, Schlüter-LIPROTEC – is to integrate the light directly into the profile and therefore into the covering. The system is based on high-quality Schlüter carrier profiles, made of aluminium or stainless steel, that are combined with the latest LED technology and installed over the waterproofing assembly. Timeless, high-quality and with almost limitless practical applications.
The light colour determines how LIPROTEC looks: Warm white, neutral white or RGB+W LED strips can produce up to 16 million colours. Under the tiles: Proven Schlüter profile technology, combined with cut-to-length LED modules, installed to be waterproof.
LIPROTEC-LLPM is installed flush with the tile covering and adds lighting accents to the joints. The carrier profile is made of either stainless steel or aluminium.
LIPROTEC-WSQ is a handy 2-in-1 solution for illuminated skirtings, mirrors or wall panels. The lighting comes indirectly from the rear – the front visible edge is a covering finish in the timeless QUADEC design.
The combination of LED lighting and ceramics is becoming ever more popular and, thanks to Schlüter-LIPROTEC, is easy to implement. With the LIPROTEC-EASY and LIPROTEC-PRO, we offer two systems that are tailored to the skills of the installers. Whilst the EASY series is a plug-and-play system that only requires limited expertise in light installation, the PRO series is designed for professional installers who have experience with light installation and wiring.
Personalised lighting installations made easy: LIPROTEC-EASY can be used to turn a wide range of lighting ideas into reality – even for the non-specialist. The convenient plug system and easy mounting, the plug-and-play series provides solutions for every situation, which are ready for immediate use. The heart of the system are the sturdy carrier profiles made of aluminium or V4A stainless steel and the flexible, fully encased LED light strips with uniform light distribution. They are either available with fixed colour temperatures of 3000 K or 4900 K in the white light range or in the colour light range RGB+W. The latter makes it possible to choose from more than 16 million hues and colour temperatures from 2500 K to 6500 K.
All lighting profiles in the LIPROTEC-EASY system are designed as prefabricated modules and already consist of a carrier profile and the matching LED light strip. This strip can simply be shortened at the marked cutting points and sealed with the supplied end caps to maintain its IP degree of protection.
Unlike the plug connections of the modules in the EASY range, the components of the LIPROTEC-PRO range can be connected using connecting terminals. Assuming the necessary specialist knowledge is available, this system offers practically unlimited design versatility thanks to the large number of different lighting profiles.
LIPROTEC-PRO can be used to combine profiles, LED strips, diffuser lenses, control equipment and accessories perfectly tailored to personal preferences. This enables a wide range of creative lighting installations using ceramics and natural stone: As well as individually positioned lines of light, backlit wall panels, cove lighting, illuminated skirting boards and stairs can also be realised.
Our LIPROTEC price list includes a comprehensive orientation guide to help determine which system is best suited to your project. Our specialist advisors are also available to assist you – simply use our contact form for your enquiry.
Lighting concepts realised in no time at all: that is the greatest strength of LIPROTEC-EASY products. Whether in indoor areas, showers or in protected outdoor areas: The LED modules can be plugged in, the LED strip can be shortened at the marked cutting points and sealed again to maintain its IP degree of protection. It's easy, literally.
In addition, the prefabricated modules and sets can be combined with any of the LIPROTEC accessories that are required for the individual project. The LIPROTEC-CONTROL control system can be used, for example, to conveniently control one or more light sources from a single control element. Time-dependent programming is also available. The choice of remote control – whether the one included in the Classic or Starter Set, our LIPROTEC app for mobile devices or the rotary switch available as an accessory – is up to you.
Projects that require a connection to the mains supply generally call for caution – especially if the installation is to be carried out in wet areas. Additional safety requirements in accordance with DIN VDE 0100 must be observed in the shower, for example, due to the water present.
But with Schlüter-LIPROTEC, you don’t need to worry about those things: All products are protected against splash water at least with protection class IP65, making them ideally suited for use in wet rooms. Another advantage is that the carrier profiles are installed on the waterproofing layer using the proven KERDI system our prefabricated niches made from KERDI-BOARD are already part of the bonded waterproofing. Regardless of whether your lighting project is for residential or commercial premises, a bathroom or a protected outdoor area, LIPROTEC solutions can be used with confidence and flexibility in a wide range of environments.
Two systems, twelve profile types, countless applications: Schlüter-LIPROTEC makes it possible to carry out almost any lighting project – on the floor as well as on the wall, in commercial areas as well as in living spaces or wet rooms. As atmospheric lighting in the shower, accent lighting on walls, ceilings or skirting boards, functional lighting in niches, on work surfaces and staircases or as soft night-time orientation lighting: LIPROTEC illuminated profiles showcase their particular strengths in almost every application.
DESIGNBASE-QD is a skirting or border profile made of aluminium that can be combined with decorative tiles as well as LED technology. The associated diffuser lens ensures a wide distribution of light and elegantly illuminated baseboards.
Niche illumination made easy: Our prefabricated niche sets made of KERDI-BOARD come ready with the corresponding LIPROTEC LED technology in a simple plug-and-play design. Secure bonded waterproofing in accordance with DIN 18534 is included.
Schlüter-LIPROTEC-D is designed to create indirect lighting effects around decorative objects: It can accommodate decorative materials such as glass or mirrors and also our LIPROTEC-ES LED strips. Easy replacement of the utilised diffuser lenses, even after installation.
Accent lighting of surface-mounted installations, wall panels or wall sections is the domain of the Schlüter-LIPROTEC-WS profiles.
All profiles can be combined with diffuser lenses for either indirect or direct light.
The LIPROTEC-LLE carrier profile also makes it possible to create lighting accents at wall corners or ceiling transitions and can even be installed later. The carrier profile can accommodate our LED strips from the PRO range and is also available as a pre-fabricated plug-and-play module, the LIPROTEC-LLPE that consists of a profile and an LED strip.
The LIPROTEC-VB tile finishing profile made of aluminium rests on the tile edge and illuminates adjacent surfaces as cove lighting. It can be combined with suitable diffuser lenses for both direct and indirect lighting.
The LIPROTEC-LL carrier profile is suitable for a wide range of linear accent lighting applications. With its discreet, U-formed section, it can be flexibly integrated into a variety of installation configurations.
LIPROTEC-LLE is well suited for creating lighting accents at internal and external wall corners. Incidentally, it is the first of our illuminated profiles that cannot only be embedded in tile coverings but – thanks to an intelligent clip system – can also be used on any other suitable substrate.
Our three modules from the LIPROTEC-EASY system make it easy to create lines of light in walls and showers: They consist of plug-and-play connections between the carrier profile and the LED strip and are available in several different colour temperatures.
LIPROTEC profiles can also be used to create aesthetically pleasing floating effects under bathtubs. Depending on the type of base, LIPROTEC-WS, LIPROTEC-LLPM or LIPROTEC-LLP, among others, can be used for this purpose.
LIPROTEC-PB is combined with Schlüter stair profiles (except TREP-T) and LED strips for safe platform edge lighting. This illuminated profile is also ideal for illuminating kitchen worktops.
When selecting linear LED lights, technical light factors such as colour temperature, colour rendering and light distribution play a role. A central quality feature of the LIPROTEC components is their evenly illuminated surface. The homogeneous light output creates a sense of calm in the space and a modern, clean lighting effect – without any separate LED light points being visible or causing unpleasant reflections. This diffuse light distribution ensures that the illuminated profiles produce a visually comfortable light that is pleasing even during prolonged use in living spaces, offices and work areas.
At the same time, the high colour rendering index of LIPROTEC of Ra > 90 ensures that colours, materials and even skin tones are rendered in a natural way and with almost no distortion. This results in a lively, high-quality and authentic atmosphere.
The idea behind LIPROTEC is to make it as easy as possible to integrate innovative lighting concepts into the tile covering. The range of LIPROTEC-EASY products only includes modules and sets to make planning and installation as straightforward as possible. The LED modules already include a carrier profile and LED strip, whereas the KERDI-BOARD sets for illuminated niches consist of the complete system of niche, waterproofing material and lighting components. Light installation made easy!
We have also put together three sets in the LIPROTEC-PRO range, which contain all the necessary components for illuminated staircases, backlit wall panels and decorative or mirror frames. This does not prevent you from continuing to combine the system components with one another.
Schlüter-LIPROTEC is divided into two systems – EASY and PRO. They can be distinguished by their method of installation and flexibility:
It is really easy: There are markings on the back of the LED strips that indicate where to cut them. The LED strips can be cut to size at these points with tools such as the Schlüter-PROCUT profile shears from our range of tools. The end cap is then glued on by applying the sealing adhesive to the cut surface – both are included in the scope of delivery.
Yes, all LIPROTEC products with an IP67 protection class are suitable for use in directly exposed shower areas (protection zone 0). It is important that installation is carried out in accordance with the installation instructions, including the cavity wall box with its waterproofing collar. The direction of installation of LIPROTEC-PRO linear lights must also be taken into account.
The reason for this is design-related: When installed horizontally, water can build up behind the diffuser lens in the profile body and cannot then drain away. This reduces the service life and also leads to build-up and discolouration. That's why this type of installation is not recommended for LIPROTEC-PRO within the area of the shower.
If the PRO components are to be used in the shower area, please plan for the line of light to run vertically – this will allow any water that may have entered to drain away without any problem. Alternatively, the EASY modules can be used for this. They are constructed with a waterproof, fully encased LED silicone strip that leaves no spaces for water to enter. That means it can also be installed horizontally in the shower area.
Yes. The most recently set colour or lighting mood is saved and automatically resumed when the power is switched on again.