External corner for tiles: materials of manufacture, installation

During the laying of wall and floor ceramics it is extremely important to pay attention to the design of the projecting edges and joints. For these purposes, an outer corner is used for the tiles, which simultaneously performs protective and decorative functions.

What is an accessory?

Corner for outdoor tiles is used for facing external tile joints. One side of such accessories is presented in the form of a groove, where the edge of the ceramic is fitted. Another - plays the role of protection against chips and bumps, and also acts as a decorative surface. The hidden side of the accessory has a corrugated structure, which provides good grip during installation.

Materials of manufacture

Currently, the outer corner for tiles is made from:

• Aluminum.
• Plastic surgery.
• Ceramics.
• Of stainless steel.

Thanks to a neutral shade, the aluminum corners take on the most spectacular appearance when it is necessary to tile the joints of tiles, presented in several separate tones. Such an accessory is ideally combined with any metal elements.

As for plastic outer corners, products of this category are distinguished by a special variety of colors and shades. The material is light, flexible and waterproof. The outer corner for tiles made of PVC can easily be put on silicone sealant at any time after laying the tile.

A distinctive feature of ceramic accessories for masking joints is the possibility of creating a pattern on the outer surface, which corresponds to the texture of the main cladding. Such products are expensive and often belong to a certain collection of tile products.

Corner for external metallic tiles made of stainless steel is the most durable and reliable. As a rule, accessories of this category are painted in silvery, golden tones, which contributes to the formation of a single composition with mixers, pipes, shower elements. Quite often on sale you can find a nickel-plated or chrome-plated outer corner for tiles made of stainless steel.

Mounting Features

How to install the outer corner for tiles? The works are carried out in stages:

1. To start, cut the profile of the desired length, and then try on the joint.
2. The tile is inserted into the grooves of the corner on both sides, measurements are taken and marks are made. All elements are temporarily removed to the side.
3. On the corner zone, the glue is applied, after which the profile is shrunk according to the marking.
4. The edges of the tiles are placed in the grooves of the corner, the design is pressed against the surfaces.
5. The cladding is cleaned of traces of protruding glue and mortar. Surfaces are wiped dry.
6. With the help of paint tape, the tile is strengthened together with the corner until the glue dries completely, which takes about a day.

Finally

External corners can provide additional reliability of the protruding part of the ceramic tile. Regardless of the material of the fabrication, it is recommended to select profiles a little thicker than the tiles, about 2-3 cm. If there is too little difference, there is a high probability that the ceramic will simply not enter the groove.