BARA-RKKE - Aluminum balcony gutter profile

T-shaped finishing profiles with a short drip lip for the exposed edges of covering assemblies on balconies and terraces with finished sloped screeds.

Schlüter BARA-RKK is designed for assemblies with the bonded uncoupling membrane Schlüter DITRA 25. Its closed outer edge gives the exterior perimeter of tiled areas a neat appearance. Schlüter BARA-RKKE is particularly suited for assemblies with the bonded drainage mat Schlüter DITRA-DRAIN. Its perforated outer edge gives the exterior perimeter of tiled areas a neat appearance.

Furthermore, the profile covers the exposed edges of the bonded drainage mat Schlüter DITRA-DRAIN, which is installed below the covering. The crosssection of the profile openings is sufficiently large to guarantee drainage and ventilation. Schlüter BARA-RKK/-RKKE creates a neat finish and protects the exposed edges from weather influences and corrosion. The trapezoid perforated anchoring leg of the profile is attached to the exposed edges with a dry-set tile adhesive.

The bonded waterproofing mat Schlüter KERDI may be installed over the perforated anchoring leg and the adhesive flange of the profile, using the sealing adhesive Schlüter KERDI-COLL. If trowel-applied bonded waterproofing products are used, the installation instructions of the manufacturer must be observed. Thanks to the short design of the drip lip, Schlüter BARA-RKK/-RKKE is particularly well suited for balconies and terraces with railings mounted on the front side.

Material

Schlüter BARA-RKK/-RKKE are made of chromated, colour coated aluminium.

Material properties and areas of application:

The coating on the aluminium profile is colourstable, as well as UV- and weather resistant. Visible surfaces should be protected against abrasion. In special cases, the suitability of Schlüter BARA-RKK/-RKKE must be verified based on the anticipated chemical and mechanical stresses.

Installation of Schlüter BARA-RKK

1. Select Schlüter BARA-RKK according to the tile thickness.
2. As an angled finishing profile, Schlüter BARA-RKK is embedded into the thin-set adhesive setting material with the trapezoid perforated anchoring leg aligned at the edge of the screed. Completely cover the anchoring leg with adhesive. Seal the abutting seams of the profiles with the self-adhesive anchoring fleece Schlüter BARA-HV (see photo).
3. Install Schlüter DITRA 25, abutting the anchoring leg. The connection with the profile is established with the seaming tape Schlüter KERDI-KEBA. Use the sealing adhesive Schlüter KERDI-COLL to attach the seaming tape with an overlap of at least 5 cm on Schlüter DITRA 25, covering the entire anchoring leg and reaching the angled edge of Schlüter BARA-RKK. The system is now ready for the installation of tiles in the thin bed adhesive in accordance with the installation instructions of data sheet 6.1, Schlüter DITRA 25. Maintain a proper joint between the tiles and the anchoring leg of Schlüter BARA-RKK, to be filled with elastic grout.
4. If using a trowel-applied sealing compound, align the trapezoid perforated anchoring leg of Schlüter BARA-RKK in the waterproofing assembly at the exposed edge. The waterproofing material must reach the angled edge of the profile. Observe the installation instructions of the manufacturer for the installation of bonded waterproofing systems.

Installation of Schlüter BARA-RKKE

1. Select Schlüter BARA-RKKE according to the tile thickness.
2. As an angled finishing profile, Schlüter BARA-RKKE is embedded into the thin bed adhesive setting material with the trapezoid perforated anchoring leg aligned at the edge of the screed. Completely cover the anchoring leg with adhesive. Seal the abutting seams of the profiles with the self-adhesive anchoring fleece Schlüter BARA-HV (see photo).
3. Use the sealing adhesive Schlüter KERDI-COLL to adhere Schlüter KERDI, covering the entire anchoring leg and reaching the angled edge of Schlüter BARA-RKKE.
4. If using a trowel-applied sealing compound, align the trapezoid perforated anchoring leg of Schlüter BARA-RKKE in the waterproofing assembly at the exposed edge. The waterproofing material must reach the angled edge of the profile. Observe the installation instructions of the manufacturer for the installation of bonded waterproofing systems.
5. The bonded drainage membrane Schlüter DITRA-DRAIN is adhered over the bonded waterproofing assembly. Make sure to continue the membrane to below the joint spacer integrated in the profile. The profile heights 21 and 23 mm are also suitable for use with Schlüter DITRA-DRAIN 8. It must be assured that the drainage space is not fully closed, including during the installation of the covering materials.
6. The system is now ready for the installation of tiles in the thin bed adhesive in accordance with the installation instructions of data sheet 6.2 Schlüter DITRA-DRAIN. Maintain a proper joint between the tiles and the anchoring leg of Schlüter BARA-RTKE, to be filled with elastic grouting.
7. Note:
8. Pre-formed parts are available for interior and exterior corners. Abut the profile ends of Schlüter BARA-RKK/-RKKE, leaving a joint of approx. 5 mm, which is to be covered by clip-on connectors. The applicable installation instructions and guidelines for the covering assemblies must be observed. All materials used in the assembly must be weather-resistant, waterproof, and suitable for outdoor areas.

Notes

Schlüter BARA-RKK/-RKKE require no special maintenance or care. The powdercoated surface of the aluminium profile is UV resistant and colour-stable. Damaged visible surfaces can be restored with paint.