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EXPANSION JOINTS | Schluter DITRA Installation Handbook & TCNA EJ171

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SCHLUTER DITRA INSTALLATION HANDBOOK MOVEMENT JOINTS | Pages 15-17  DISCUSSION Movement joints are an integral part of any tile assembly. The various components of a tile assembly (tile, mortar, substrate, etc.) have unique physical characteristics that affect their behavior. Specifically, these components will expand and contract at different rates, according to each component’s intrinsic physical properties, with changes in moisture, temperature, and loading (both dead and live loads). This differential expansion/contraction of attached components results in internal stresses. Furthermore, structures that restrain overall expansion of the tile field (walls, columns, etc.) cause stress buildup within the system. If the aforementioned movements are not accommodated through the use of movement joints in the tile field and at restraining structures, the resulting stresses can cause cracking of the grout and tile and delamination of the tile from the substrate. Thus, movement joints a...
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Build America Buy America

Build America Buy America "The   Build America Buy America Act , enacted as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on November 15, 2021, established a domestic content procurement preference for all Federal financial assistance obligated for infrastructure projects after May 14, 2022.  The domestic content procurement preference requires that all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in covered infrastructure projects are produced in the United States." For more information about Build America Buy America, please click here . Schluter Systems has  an internal team in place to help with information needed regarding our SKUs as required by projects honoring Build America Buy America. Please email this team directly when seeking information: sustainability@schluter.com
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KERDI-SHOWER-CB for KERDI Drain Adapter

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If you are familiar with our Schluter KERDI-Drain/KERDI-Line adapters (for tying the KERDI shower system into a pre-installed two stage drain), and you want to use a Schluter Shower Tray , then you know the tray will need to be lifted so that the drain flange will nest properly onto the shower tray recess. This is because the drain body and the adapter are installed over the subfloor rising above the surface enough to inhibit proper flange nesting on the tray. The solution required the installer to source enough 1/2" backer to fully embed beneath the shower tray to lift it enough so that the flange would nest properly. Usually this required two layers of 1/2" beneath the tray. Schluter now offers a 1" thick foam compensation board called KERDI-Shower-CB ( KSCB 25 610 1220 ), which is a 48" x 24". When you purchase this SKU, you get a bundle that includes 6 of these boards at just $27.20 MSRP! This will save time and money when seeking material to lift the sho...
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Which APP for Which Thermostat?

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Why are there two different APPs for the DITRA-Heat thermostats? Yes. There are two separate APPs for the two thermostats, WiFi and Smart respectively. The reason is that the RS1 Smart thermostat with the glass finish is smart assistant enabled, and it has a geotracking feature that the WiFi thermostat does not offer. This means you can control the thermostat with your voice, and it will recognize when you have left your established geo-fence, and the floor will turn off.  Below are screenshots of the the thermostats and their respective APPs via the Apple APP store. APPs are also available on the Android platform. DITRA-Heat E WiFi Thermostat (Below) Schluter ® -DITRA-HEAT-E-WiFi is a programmable Wi-Fi thermostat used to control DITRA-HEAT-E-HK heating cables. Control your floor heating system from your smartphone or online Displays local temperature and weather forecast 3.5” color screen with easy interactive touch control 6 programming periods per day Track energy and consumpt...
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Schluter RS1 Smart Thermostat & Power Module

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The grey Schluter DHE RR 1/BW power module cannot be used with the RS1 Smart thermostat. It is only compatible with the Schluter DHE 104/BW wifi thermostat, or the DHE RT 102/BW touchscreen thermostat.  Similarly, the white Schluter DHE RR 2/BW power module cannot be used with either of the afore mentioned thermostats (wifi or touchscreen). This power module is only compatible with the DHE RT 105/BW Smart thermostat.  See below for the appropriate combinations. DHE RT 104/BW and DHE RT 102/BW are compatible with grey DHE RR 1/BW DHE RT 105/BW and white DHE RR 2/BW are compatible When using the smart thermostat above with a power module, there is no polarity in the low voltage communication wires between the two devices. You will, however, have to change a setting in the thermostat so that it knows to look for the power module. If this setting is not change, the power module will not be recognized and controled by the thermostat. Below image explains how to access and change th...
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2025 KERDI-Board Pallet/Packaging Changes

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2025 comes with changes to KERDI-Board packaging that is, unfortunately, NOT included in the 2025 price list. This is to inform you about these new changes to four of our  KERDI-Board SKUs.  REASON FOR CHANGES These changes are to enhance efficiency and sustainability in shipping and storage. Reduced Packaging Waste  – Schluter is replacing corrugated end caps with tested and approved packaging around the entire pallet, ensuring and improving product integrity during shipping.  This change increases cubic efficiency, allowing more boards per pallet and optimizing truckloads. Enhanced Pallet Design  – We are switching from two-way pallets to four-way pallets, offering greater agility in load transportation, storage, and display. New Pallet Quantities  - Please refer to the table below for a summary of the affected SKUs. WHATS CHANGING? For full details on pallet quantities & dimensions, please refer to the Excel document & PDF accessible here . WH...
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2025 New Products!

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  We have an exciting line of new products joining our existing offering for 2025! As distributed at TISE in Las Vegas recently, please click here to download the 2025 New Products Brochure! These are all amazing products - I would for sure encourage you to keep stock of the two new drain adapters... Schluter®-DESIGN-NICHE is a prefabricated niche made of powder-coated aluminum to create storage space for any wall area. Its adjustable frame fits any tile thickness for a flush installation or can be installed with a reveal edge for a stylish design. It is available in three different sizes, five TRENDLINE colors, and has the versatility to be installed horizontally or vertically.  9 newTrendline VARIO colors 7 new Trendline KERDI-Line colors New matte white KERDI-Line color 12x20 and 12x28 Horizontal Niches Schluter®-DILEX-STF is a maintenance-free expansion joint profile system made of aluminum. The interlocking center section allows for movement in 3 directions - hori...
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