Drainage holes, spaced at approximately 7.5 cm, are incorporated in the lower part of the anchoring leg to ensure correct drainage of any collecting seepage water.

The protruding drip lip allows for drainage of the surface water.

Specifically developed for self-supporting tiles and natural stone pavers with a thickness of 2 cm, the profiles come in 35 and 40 mm heights.

1. DIN waterproofing:
   The profiles must be attached to the substrate prior to installing the waterproofing assembly, for example with a cold bitumen adhesive. The waterproofing membrane can then be adhered up to the drainage openings to prevent water seepage.
   Seal the abutting joints of the profiles with the self-adhesive anchoring fleece Schlüter-BARA-HV.
   Note: The applicable standard requires a width of 150 mm for integrating materials such as zinc or copper sheets. It is therefore recommended to discuss this issue with the customer before installing Schlüter-BARA-RKL, which has a width of 110 mm.
2. Waterproofing with Schlüter-KERDI:
   The profiles must be attached to the substrate with a suitable adhesive prior to installing the waterproofing assembly, for example with Schlüter-KERDI-COLL-L. Seal the abutting joints of the profiles with the self-adhesive anchoring fleece Schlüter-BARA-HV. Next, BARA-HV is fully embedded on the anchoring legs of the profiles. Remove all substances (such as lubricants etc.) that may weaken the bond from the adhesive areas prior to applying the anchoring fleece.
   KERDI can then be adhered up to the drainage openings to prevent water seepage. Adhere KERDI to the anchoring leg with the sealing adhesive Schlüter-KERDI-COLL-L.
3. If the waterproofing has already been installed, attach the profile to the waterproofing assembly with a suitable adhesive and adjust the profile to position. Ensure that the waterproofing layer is already connected to a drip lip or gutter system.
4. 1. If BARA-RKL is used as a gravel edge profile, the gravel layer is spread over the drainage mat Schlüter-TROBA or Schlüter-TROBA-PLUS and should abut the vertical profile leg just below the upper lip. The gravel or crushed stone must be contained to stabilise this edge area. The pavers are then laid loosely on top of the levelled gravel layer.
   2. In case of coverings supported by stilts such as Schlüter-TROBA-STELZ, the exterior contact points are positioned on the anchoring legs of the profiles. In a next step, the pavers are installed over the casting mould rings.
5. Profile ends should abut with a distance of approx. 5 mm, with the gap covered by clip-on connectors. Pre-formed parts are available for internal and external corners.

Note: It must be assured that the drainage openings of the profiles are not fully closed during the installation.

The Schlüter-BARA-RKL profiles are available in the following material version:

• AC = colour-coated aluminium

Material properties and areas of application

The coating of the aluminium profiles is colour-stable, as well as UV- and weather-resistant. Visible surfaces should be protected against abrasion. In special cases, the suitability of the profiles must be verified based on the anticipated chemical and mechanical stresses.