Here are the steps recommended for installing Bordertec drip profiles for terraces:

1. Apply a waterproofing layer (liquid or sheet membrane) on the substrate; (take a look at the different types of waterproofing to find out more).

2. Adhere the profile with thinset, allowing about 1 cm between the profile and the front of the substrate.

3. In order to prevent water infiltration from entering under the profile, seal the perforated portion of the profile with Foiltec waterproofing strips.

4. Proceed with the tile installation:

- BBS/BCS profile: leave the space of one grout joint between the end of the Border profile and the first tile row. Subsequently seal the gap with a flexible sealant.

- BBO/BCO profile: leave the necessary space for the drainage holes and then seal with a permeable sealant. In corner joints or linear joints, leave about 2 cm between the joints to allow the aluminum to expand. (A cover profile will hide the gap).

For the installation of terrace perimeter profiles it's important have the external corner joints and linear joints on hand. These elements must be placed during the installation process of Bordertec profiles.

To install the base of the Plano BF flush baseboard profile, you can use adhesive to attach it directly to the wall. Otherwise, you can attach the base track of the profile to the first layer of drywall by screwing it to the studs. Make sure to drill the base profile in the center, on the lower part of the profile. Then, proceed with the installation of the second layer of drywall and finally interlock the finish profile of the baseboard onto the base track.

All profiles in natural wood, for example the Stairtec FW or the BI baseboard, are designed for indoor use, as they are very sensitive to humidity and UV rays present outdoors. For outdoor use, we recommend profiles in stainless steel or the BIM baseboard.

We recommend applying a protective varnish or other products for the treatment of wood to the Stairtec FW before installation, given that it may be damaged by chemical substances present in normal tile adhesive.