Schlüter®-SHELF-E

Corner – installed in conjunction with the tile

1. Install the tile covering with a joint width of ≥ 2 mm.
2. Once the tile adhesive has set, position Schlüter-SHELF-E and mark the tile, moving about 1 cm from the outside edge of the shelf toward the inside. Remove the shelf during grout application to protect it against staining. Leave the joints in the marked area open.
3. Once the grout material has set, the shelf can be put in its final position.
4. Apply a silicone bead around it on all sides.
5. Observe the curing time of the silicone bead before using the shelf.

Corner - retrofit installation

1. Determine the joint where Schlüter-SHELF-E is to be placed.
2. Now mark the areas where the grout needs removing to accommodate the attachment lugs (wings).
3. Remove the grout with a suitable tool (multi-tool, angle grinder etc.). Caution: Observe the depth of the cut to avoid damaging any waterproofing layers installed behind the tiles.
4. Position the shelf and apply a silicone bead around it on all sides.
5. Observe the curing time of the silicone bead before using the shelf.

Schlüter®-SHELF-W

Area – install only in conjunction with the tile

1. Since the 4 mm material thickness of the shelf is usually larger than the tile joint, an opening must be created in the tile to allow the shelf to fit. To ensure a uniform joint appearance, we recommend creating this opening in the tile below the shelf.
2. Install the tiles to the height where Schlüter-SHELF-W is to be placed. Insert the 1 mm anchoring leg of the shelf into the adhesive layer of the newly installed tile. It is recommended to support the shelf until the tile adhesive has cured.
3. Now continue the tile installation in the place where the upper anchoring leg is positioned.
4. Once the grout material has set, apply a silicone bead around the shelf on all sides.
5. Observe the curing time of the silicone bead before using the shelf.

Schlüter®-SHELF-N

Niches - Installation in Schlüter-KERDI-BOARD-N 

1. Install the tiles within the niche to the height where Schlüter-SHELF-N is to be placed.
2. Loosely place Schlüter-SHELF-N on the edge of the tile – with the rounded edges facing back – to replace the joint within the niche. Now continue the tile installation.
3. Once the grout material has set, apply a silicone bead around the shelf on all sides.
4. Observe the curing time of the silicone bead before using the shelf.