Schluter Systems DILEX-BWS 0.188-in W x 98.5-in L Cream PVC Tile Edge Trim
Regular price $15.86DILEX-BWS Cream PVC Tile Movement Joint Trim, 98.5 in
The Schluter DILEX-BWS is a PVC surface movement joint profile with a 3/16-in (5 mm) movement zone that protects tile coverings from stress and cracking. Ideal for residential to medium-duty commercial floors, it eliminates the need for caulking while blending with grout for a clean, durable finish.
Key Features:
- Built-In Movement Joint: 3/16 in (5 mm) CPE movement zone relieves stress and prevents tile cracking.
- Clean, Low-Maintenance Finish: Eliminates the need for caulking in field joints.
- Durable PVC Construction: Suitable for residential to medium-duty commercial applications with light mechanical loads.
- Grout-Matching Aesthetics: Movement zone available in multiple colors to coordinate with grout; shown in cream.
- Long Length for Fewer Seams: 98.5 in profile simplifies layouts in larger tiled areas.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Profile type | Surface movement joint profile |
| Model | DILEX-BWS |
| Material | PVC profile with CPE movement zone |
| Movement zone width | 3/16 in (5 mm) |
| Overall width | 2-3/16 in (56 mm) (typical profile width per diagram) |
| Length | 98.5 in |
| Color | Cream |
| Applications | Residential to medium-duty commercial; light mechanical loads |
| Function | Allows movement in tiled fields; eliminates need for caulking; helps prevent cracking and delamination |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is the purpose of DILEX-BWS?
A: It provides a built-in movement joint within a tiled field to accommodate expansion and contraction, helping prevent cracking and delamination.
Q: Where can it be installed?
A: Use in interior tile floors and walls in residential to medium-duty commercial spaces subject to light mechanical loads.
Q: Do I still need to caulk the joint?
A: No—this profile eliminates the need for caulking at movement joints in the tile field.
Q: What is the movement zone width?
A: 3/16 inch (5 mm).
Q: What lengths are available?
A: This listing is for a 98.5-inch profile.
Seamless Sophistication for High-Performance Tile Fields
DILEX-BWS introduces a refined, linear accent that quietly articulates your tile layout while safeguarding it from stress. The slim 3/16-inch movement zone reads as a tailored grout line, offering a crisp, architectural rhythm across the floor. Pair the cream insert with warm stoneware or porcelain for a tonal, gallery-like calm. It’s a discreet essential that elevates function to a hallmark of luxury living.
Protect your tile installation and achieve a clean, finished look—add DILEX-BWS to your project today.
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