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DIV22 | Installing KERDI-Line Channel Body

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Schluter Systems KERDI-Line  is our flagship line drain. This drain has a stainless-steel channel body (plumbing connection) that utilizes a rubber Fernco coupler to attach to the plumbing (ABS/PVS/Cast Iron). CHOOSING CORRECT SIZE Because this drain is steel, it cannot be cut nor extended physically or mechanically. This link will help in determining which size channel body will best fit your project dimensions. INSTALLATION by DIV22 Though the tile contractor has the ability to make the plumbing connection (mostly remodel and residential applications), typically it is the mechanical contractor or plumber that is licensed and insured to make this connection in the commercial world. Because DIV22 companies do not use thinset mortar (as a tile contractor does), there is a way for the channel body to be installed without mortar. To see Schluter Systems official video regarding this connection, please click here . The first 3 minutes and 20 seconds show how to do this with the use of...

DIV22 | Infinity Drains FCS Series with Schluter Systems KERDI Attached

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This post is to inform that Schluter Systems acknowledges a partnership with Infinity Drains. The FCS series Infinity Drains will ship with Schluter Systems KERDI waterproofing membrane pre-attached. When waterproofed following details from the Schluter Systems Shower Installation Handbook , Schluter will warranty the waterproofing, and Infinity will warranty the KERDI to drain connection. To download the official letter from Schluter Systems, please click here . This letter is to confirm that the Schluter®-KERDI waterproofing membrane and Schluter®. KERDI-FIX can be used in conjunction to produce a waterproof connection to an Infinity Drain® bonded flange drain when installed in accordance with the instructions outlined in the Schluter®-Shower System Installation Handbook. Refer to drain manufacturers' installation instruction guidelines for specific drain installation information. Infinity Drain® Approved Drains: Bonded Flange Point Drain Fixed Flange Linear Drain Side Outlet D...

DIV22 | Schluter DF32 KERDI Collar | aka Spy Hat or Sombrero

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There may be scenarios where (1) our Schluter drain adapter will not properly adapt to an older and existing drain body, or (2) architects or designers may have specified a drain grate that is not compatible with our system. While we want to point all contractors and projects to our drain line up, we acknowledge that there may be scenarios out of our control and we want to support those projects as much as we can. The DF32 KERDI Collar is not listed in our printed price books, but it is known and stocked by some distributors. MSRP as of February 2026 is $15.64 per collar. To verify current pricing and for availability contact our inside sales team by emailing CSRRENO@schluter.com or calling 888-472-4588 .  We do not have any official Schluter Systems installation videos, but we do have a PDF that explains the purpose and illustrates the detail. INSTRUCTIONS The Schluter®-KERDI flashing collar is clamped into place after applying a bead of Schluter®-KERDI-FIX or equivalent sealant...