Description
Overview
A tile cap used where ceramic tiles meet up with a resilient floor finish that has been coved up the wall to form a skirting.
Installation
Tile caps are used where ceramic wall tiles are finished against a resilient floor finish that has been dressed up the wall to form a skirting and should be installed prior to the installation of the wall finish.
The tile caps should be allowed to acclimatise for 24 hours prior to installation at an ambient temperature of 18° Celsius.
- It should be ensured that all surfaces to which the profile is to be fixed are sound, dry, flat and free from any contaminants. Wall surfaces should be free from any previous coverings, linings or adhesive residues used to fix them. Paint films and any mould must be removed, and the affected surface treated correctly.
- Mark the position of the top of the profile on the wall and strike a straight line between the two points using a chalk line.
- Cut the profile to the sizes required and mitre cut internal and external corners with either a mitre block and hack saw, or radial arm “chop” saw fitted with a suitable blade.
- From the front of the profile, drill 4mmØ pilot holes through the 45mm fixing flange, 40mm in from each end and at centres of 300mm.
- Apply one of the recommended adhesives listed below and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for application.
- Lining the top of the profile to the chalk line, place against the wall applying firm pressure along the profile’s length.
- Screw the profile to the wall using a no.6 screw (appropriate plug fixing may be required, suitable for accommodating the substrate) through the pre-drilled holes. Steel cork pins can be used as an alternative if the substrate allows.
- Ensure that any excess adhesive is removed in line with manufacturing instructions.
Polysales does not recommend the use of spray adhesives.
Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance Programme
A regular scheduled maintenance programme should be employed to prevent the build-up of dirt and grease, which will detract from the overall appearance of the product.
Daily Cleaning
Brush down the profile using a soft bristled brush and remove dust particles from the profile by wiping with a damp cloth.
Twice Weekly or as Required
Wipe the surface with a micro fibre cloth or mop, using the cleaning chemical at the correct dilution. Do not soak the profile.
Once the profile has been cleaned thoroughly rinse with fresh, clean water.
BoQ Specification
Supply and install Polysales TC48SA co-extruded PVC-u/PVC tile cap (10mm x 42mm) where ceramic tiles are finished against a resilient floor finish that has been dressed up the wall to form a skirting, suitable for use with 2mm-6mm resilient floor covering, available from Polysales +27 11 609 3500.
- Colours: Silver, Snowdrift
- Code: TC48SA
