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May 3, 2023 · 5. Y Shape. A Y-shape trim features a central section that sits over the edge of the tile, with two wings that extend out at a slight angle to create a Y-shape. Y-shape trim is often used in areas where two tiled surfaces meet at a corner, such as in a shower enclosure (see Figure 6).
- Natural Stone Tile Edge Trim
- Glass Tile Edge Trim
- Metal Profile Edges
- Mitering
- Custom Bullnose Tile
Natural stone can be polished so that the edges look finished. In some cases, the edges may not even need polishing. These types of natural stone include: 1. marble 2. granite 3. travertine You can buy a few pieces of travertine and cut them down into smaller sizes. Not only is this an economical use of material but it can make for an elegantly fin...
Glass is another material that naturally has a finished edge. Although, unlike natural stone, the edge is usually finished without any additional steps. There are a lot of different glass tiles available these days. Examples of glass tile that can be used as tile edge trim include: 1. 12-inch glass pencil trim 2. Emser Vogue 2×16 glass tile 3. Kant...
I know that just the mention of metal edge trim is going to cause some to skip right past this section. No doubt some will envision dreary hospitals and cold modern minimalist homes when thinking of metal tile trim. But metal profiles are a fast-growing market and there are a lot more options and styles than there used to be. Typically, the most co...
An often overlooked option is to miter the tile edges. This option is only for corners and it isn’t the most durable option. Mitering tile on stairs is something that I don’t think is a good idea as I don’t think the corners will hold up over the long term. A lot of the more modern tile saws will have a head that tilts so that it bevels the edge of...
Lastly, there’s the option of making your own bullnose tiles. This requires that your tile is a through-body porcelain tile. What that means is that instead of just a clay body with a glaze over the top the tile would have the color throughout the tile. This allows the edge of the tile to be bullnosed and the color will be the same, or similar, to ...
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- Radius Trim. This type of tile edge trim is made so its rounded lip turns a right-angled corner at the edge of the tile. When the setting bed is raised over the existing wall surface, the turned edge covers the thickness of the setting bed.
- V-cap Edging. V-cap tile edge trim allows you to finish almost any tile installation with professional-looking results. With an L-shaped design, it's used to cover the outer edges of a tiled surface.
- Base Tiles. Like baseboards, base tiles finish a floor installation by joining the wall tile with the flooring. Those made specifically for this purpose have a coved foot at the base.
- Borders and Accent Tiles. Borders and accent tiles add style to a tile installation. A border tile edge trim is usually a narrow length used to finish an edge.
Apply tile adhesive on the area where the trim will be positioned. For floors, consider using a notched trowel for an even application. Press the trim into the adhesive firmly, ensuring it’s level and aligned correctly with the tiles. Wipe away any excess adhesive that squeezes out from behind the trim.
In case your trim tiles are bigger or smaller than the tiles along your edge, measure the edge of your tiled surface, then divide that number by the width of your desired trim tile. For example, the edge you’ll be trimming is 190 inches long. The trim tiles that you want are 5 inches long. 190 divided by 5 = 38 tiles.
Tile trim should sit flush against your tile for a professional-looking installation. So, to choose the right size trim, you should first measure the depth of your tile. If you have not installed the tile yet, add an extra one-sixteenth to one-eighth of an inch to the measurement to account for the tile adhesive. 6.
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Consider the size of the trim in relation to your tile thickness and installation method to ensure proper fit and functionality. For example, if your tile is 8mm thick and there will be 2mm of tile adhesive you will likely need a 10mm trim. Colour: Tile trims are available in various colours and finishes, such as chrome, brushed nickel, brass ...
