Corner tiles: outer plastic, metal 50 photo

Tile - self-sustaining material, but it and the grout in the spaces to be protected from water and mud, while concealing the imperfect joints. solution to the problem of steel angles (Trim, layout) - a standard and popular option finishes today. They decorate and reinforce the vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces: indoors and outdoors. Corners protect the tiles from damage and hide flaws edges prevent the stitching of two elements, which are at an angle of 90 ° or less. For interior design sell uniforms options, including advanced configuration. Something similar is used in expensive classical setting. In other cases, the normal area for the tile takes on the aesthetic and practical function. Strips installed in all rooms where the walls have tiles.

Features

Corners for tiles have a protective, decorative and masking functions. Construction is usually set once, but it happens sometimes that it simply conceal a breakaway part of the tile, and at the same time prevent the further destruction of finishing. Strips also protect against the ingress of moisture, mold and mildew development. Do not forget about the decorative purpose, because without borders room with tiles on the outer corners in a modern look would be "inadequate." With tile corners formed webs and compositions, process transitions. Use them with small mosaic fragments, large plates on the floor of the balcony and the bathroom. Ease of installation is also not the last nuance - to cope with the task of any person at least once to hold in their hands the tools. Hidden function is to human security: no corner would be possible injury. Consumers access to a wide range of parts for the assembly of structures.

Advantages and disadvantages

In standard plastic parts - the minimum number of weaknesses, but it is worth noting their fragility. From a small pressing nothing bad will happen, but if the impact will be stronger, the damage can spread to the tile.

The disadvantage of all types of products is the loss of relevance, because a variety of coatings quickly go out of fashion. This indicator - the relative, but when buying a corner should still take into account how long the product will retain the original appearance. Corners also complicate tile repair. Advantages as they are much larger and more significant. Corners improve design, protect against damage, the composition forming, prevent the penetration of water, insects, promote hygiene.

Trims enhance the reliability of fixing itself facing. At the same time products are produced for different accommodation options: one product is mounted on a wall, the other - on the stairs, the floor.

corner material for tiles

Choice is between the ceramic and the two leaders of the modern market of materials: metal and plastic. Metal products are usually represented by aluminum and stainless steel and plastic - durable PVC. All the characteristics of the whole material can be placed in order from the metal to ceramics, where the first type of product - better and last - inferior to the others.

In terms of resistance to moisture leaders are PVC and ceramic. Accessibility - plastic. In terms of ease of installation and functionality of ceramic inferior "competitors", as well as plastics for decorative qualities. At the moment, the market offers areas with different types of surfaces, including color settings, textures, additional coatings, light-reflecting properties. Taking into account all the features the most promising material can be considered a PVC: it is easier to shape, including those of decorative and technical considerations.

PVC

Corners of PVC have waterproof properties, do not load tile because of its lightness. The material is easy to process, so that consumers have access to a different range of interior in all price categories, in different color scheme. PVC also make decorative options. Plastic strips are easy to use and easy to install - due to its flexibility and low density.

Strips of PVC may suffer from severe shocks and constant exposure to heat or cold. After a few years of use may cause yellowing and greyish. In order to avoid defects and damage, should follow the instructions on how to care for plastic products. For example, polyvinyl chloride is not afraid of 90% of the external destructive factors. Material poorly lit, do not fade, not moldy.

Metal

A versatile material with many advantages and a classic color scheme. Corners of different kinds of metal normally fit together in the same interior, especially in the kitchen and bathroom. Metal products generally are thin and light, so the integrity of the tile when fringing is not affected.

In this regard, the most suitable aluminum - they are easier to rest. All materials have a corrosion-resistant coating, have durability and resistance to ultraviolet rays. Metal - the most durable option. In strips of this material has the ability to withstand a variety of load, temperature contrasts. Metal corners have wear resistance, high impact strength and compression. Among the disadvantages - high cost and susceptibility to damage of the outer layer material.

Corners are made from materials:

• aluminum;
• steel coated with chrome;
• of stainless steel;
• brass.

Ceramics

Ceramic plates are used to create an aesthetically integrated picture, in combination with a basic tile material. Sometimes they are sold together with a lining as one set. The material has low impact strength, but good performance on the compression settings. Pottery slowly warming up, it does not emit hazardous compounds, does not warp from the water. Glazed surface is highly hygienic.

Special care is not required and thus maintained approximately the same as the metal. Among the significant shortcomings noted in the first place the price. This - not the best option for a budget repair. Furthermore, there are difficulties during installation - a material different stiffness. Ceramic products difficult to handle, difficult to cut, require "special" glue. Sometimes self-installation is not possible.

Pottery is prone to chipping!

species

For different types of joints designed over the corresponding options. In the first place is important width of the trim. Earlier strips were sharpening, but now there are caps to enhance performance and prevent injury. The main classification, in turn, highlights the model for internal and external corners. The first type is usually more bulky and has a complex structure.

outer trims type represent a strip without any additional devices and internal structure. In this extensive modification too, and they perform an additional aesthetic function. The angled design and distinguish post / mounting method. Usually strips installed inside buildings, but to be placed on the street have strengthened modification. Vertical and horizontal products are significantly different profile shape.
Apart from the corners of rooms, the layout is also mounted on:

• horizontal surfaces;
• steps;
• plumbing.

Interior

The use of internal corners divides the opinions of experts. Some of them are inclined to think that the internal seams look better without straps. In this case, use is justified, if the tile in the corners cut. In addition, for large areas would be the best option with a wide wall skirting. Optimal location using internal trims are toilets, showers and bathrooms.

Relief planks for interior corners includes a groove for tiles, edge perforated and a concave front side. To begin installation trims after finishing one of the vertical surfaces. The finished coating is required to start the managed area for the tile. Masters sometimes simplify the task: clean the back part and "put" on the front of silicone. Installation then done after tiling is complete, and the product will not interfere with the assessment of conformity of the joints.

Outer

External seams in the interior trim with a large number of fasteners. The outer strip will be a convenient solution, including, if the tile in the corner of "lay" overlap. Exterior trim has a relatively simple structure. Wherein the width is 7-11 mm, and the length of the element -. 2.5 m Installing the outer corner in the majority of cases only one standard method.

Manipulation and cutting attachment to silicone practice only to repair the profile. The very form of the outer panels initially does not imply any change. Mounting brackets on the outer corners to make the cladding is complete. The calculation of the gap between the tiled walls are not worth the effort, although it is possible. A series of errors over the complete alteration of the walls. In turn, the absence of an exact match in size take a little wider area.

How to choose

Main criteria:

1. Material.
2. The width of the groove.
3. Profile.
4. The size.
5. Decorative.
6. Colors.

The angled design - a great alternative zausovke joints. Installation will be much cheaper, but the appearance will be in its own interest. First of all determined from production material. Construction of PVC constantly improving metal are designed for a variety of loads, and ceramic tiles with an organic look. Panels selected taking into account the thickness of the tile. The shape of the angled profile structure should suit the mode and site of application.

the face of the size - the moment an individual, and guidelines for its choice are the dimensions of the room and its styling. Other selection criteria, decorative colors and are also closely linked with the design. Painted and textured products are much less common, so they can be used to differentiate their homes. Drawing and relief combined with the style of the room, and if the design as such is not - buy something modern and versatile.

The width of tile slot

The ideal is 1 mm as compared with the tile thickness. For 6-mm ceramic tiles, for example, suitable trim №7 and so. D. If the plates vary in thickness, then take over the landmark of the greatest importance. The finishing material may be selected to be better, so that like this has happened. In the worst case, you need to plan the joints and to allocate to them the same thickness elements.

Another thing, if the original plan was facing two different types of wall tiles. But in this case the thickness of the control that was not too much difference. The discrepancy in size can compensate for seal, including silicone-based. There are also slots specially designed to hide all defects and alignment of joints. Corners without a channel is selected in strict accordance with the size of the tile.

Color and pattern

Corners used to sell in muted shades and classic colors: white, gray, black. Then came the bright and painted versions. Classic tones used universally. Dingy and muted color options suitable for the respective situation - the calm, simple and minimalist. Bright and even acid colors are relevant for the interior walls with a contrasting color.

With tiles of the same repeating pattern combine monotone strap. If the picture is distributed over a large area and has an abstract in nature, but you can use any corners. Typically, the background color tiles are selected with a difference of 1-2 with a base color tone walls. In many cases, it is useful to a wide strap with dingy color in high lightness and patterned monotonous pattern - darker than the background. No special restrictions, and everything is decided by the wishes of the residents, but too colorful painted options should be avoided.

The form

Standard models have a different profile shape and surface, but at the same time some of the following parameters: 2500 × 7, 9 × 2500 or 2500 × 11 mm. For products there are two different sides, front - to decorate and protect and back - for connecting to the tiles.

Profiles are 4 types: P, T, T- and H-shaped. L-shaped angular also called, and apply it at the intersection of the vertical and horizontal coverage. H- and T-shape serve as a separation insert for connecting floor finish on the same level.

Option in the form of the letter "P" - the most decorative, it is used in the final stage of work. By surface form angles divided by the convex, concave, flat, with the texture and so forth. The latter two are considered designer. Standard concave mounted on the inner corners and rounded convex - on the outer joints.

Form corners must be as safe as possible, so as not to cause harm to small children!

mounting Features

Installation of corner designs typically produce in the lining. Part of the first masters assembles horizontal elements used to tile, pre-measured height. In the future, finishing just led into the resulting groove. The same decision was taken, if it is necessary first to determine the height to which to put a wall tile. Excess material is then trimmed part. Practice shows that the earlier have been fixed angles, the more accurate the composition obtained. The primary task is to monitor the fixing brackets. Those skilled in the art and is preferably carried out markup edges sawing boards for compatibility complex and uneven terrain angles. These measures affect the visual perception of the finished coating. Defects can be eliminated and after drying glue, on which takes about 24 hours.
Other details:

1. Accuracy placement strips should be checked as often as possible and before each action.
2. Above 45 ° angles with the universal working triangles.

conclusion

Sloppy open edge of tile, "left" in the distant past. Now they are treated or hide. In the second case, a corner - so it turns easier and cheaper, as well as functionality and security. Available to consumers products with well thought-out connections for different surfaces. In the last decade, new parts for a smooth, safe and high-quality locks. The most popular manufacturing materials are PVC, metal and ceramics, and other embodiments is not yet possible to expand its niche. Corner strips mounted on the inner and outer corners, with functional and decorative shape. Profiles are P, T, T- and H-shaped. The width of the groove, in turn, must be greater than the thickness of the tile. Corners are typically mounted during finishing, and sometimes - in the fully finished coating.