EP2353482A2 - Decorative strip for showers - Google Patents

Abstract

The decorative strip has a decorative strip profile that has a visible decorative surface. The decorative strip has a holding profile, in which the decorative strip profile is received for carrying the height of its visible decorative surface in a height-adjustable manner. The holding profile has a U-shaped cross-sectional area for receiving the decorative strip profile. The decorative strip profile or the holding profile is made of metal, particularly stainless steel or plastic.

Description

The present invention relates to a trim strip for ceramic, natural stone or plastic coverings or coatings, in particular for the design floor-level showers with ground slope, comprising a decorative trim profile having a visible decorative surface.

In the case of floor-level showers, the shower floor should be provided with a slope that slopes towards a floor drain to ensure proper drainage of the shower water. If a so-called line drainage is selected as the floor drain, for example in the form of a drainage channel arranged on the wall side, then a wedge-shaped depression results due to the floor slope in the shower area opposite the other bathroom floor, which by wedge-shaped depression walls opposite one another and by one another connecting rectangular recess wall which extends along the bathroom wall. Also on the shower floor access side, a slight depression may be desirable so that shower water does not flow onto the adjacent floor surface. In this case, another rectangular cavity wall is present on the shower floor access side. Tiles can be used to cover the recess walls. However, this is very tedious and time-consuming due to the required tile cut, especially in the area of the wedge-shaped depression side walls. Alternatively, moldings designed specifically for this purpose can be used, which are easy and quick to install.

A fixable at the bottom trim for covering wedge-shaped depression walls is sold, for example, by the company based in Iserlohn Blanke GmbH & Co. KG under the product name "Aqua-Keil". The trim strip is integrally formed and comprises a trim strip profile with a visible, in the direction of Profilillängserstrekkung tapered decorative surface. For attachment of the trim strip on the adjacent substrate further includes a provided with openings mounting leg, which extends perpendicular to the visible decorative surface of the trim strip, so that the trim strip has a total T-shaped cross-section with both sides of the mounting leg above decorative trim profile. A problem with this decorative strip, however, is that the slope of the wedge-like taper of the visible decorative surface of the trim strip profile is determined in the manufacture of the trim strip and is later variable in any way. The trim strip can therefore only be used to cover wedge-shaped recess walls with a corresponding pitch. Even small deviations of the slopes from each other are immediately noticeable. To adapt the trim strip to different thickness floor coverings and floor coverings this is also offered in different versions, which differ from each other in terms of the total height of the trim strip profile and the height of the formed by the trim profile floor covering edge. However, the manufacture and storage of various embodiments of a trim strip profile is very costly, which is why it is desirable to keep the number of designs as small as possible.

Another, fixable on a wall and integrally formed trim strip for covering wedge-shaped recess walls is sold by Blanke GmbH & Co. KG under the product name "Aqua-wedge wall". This decorative strip also includes a trim strip profile with visible decorative surface, which tapers like a wedge in the direction of the profile longitudinal extension. At right angles to the decorative surface is followed by a transition leg, the width of which is substantially adapted to the tile thickness plus a slight surcharge for the tile adhesive. At the transition leg, in turn, at right angles to a provided with openings mounting leg connects, which serves to fix the trim in the wall area. The trim strip therefore has a total of a substantially Z-shaped cross-section. However, the slope is the wedge-like taper of the visible decorative surface of the trim strip also set in this trim strip during manufacture, which is why it is later variable in any way. Likewise, the trim strip is offered for adaptation to different thickness floor coverings and floor coverings in various designs, which differ from each other in terms of the overall height of the trim strip profile and the width of the transition leg, resulting in the disadvantages already described in relation to the product "Aqua wedge".

For the cladding of rectangular recess walls the company Blanke GmbH & Co.KG offers a one-piece molding with the product designation "Aqua-Deko". This trim strip comprises a trim strip, which is provided with a rectangular visible decorative surface accordingly. At the upper and lower portions of the decorative surface are in each case arranged transversely to the decorative surface and mutually curved Verklammerungsschenkel. With these Verklammerungsschenkeln the trim strip is pressed, for example, in a tile adhesive, so that the Verklammerungsschenkel are surrounded by the tile adhesive. Due to the existing undercuts an anchoring of the trim strip in the hardened state of the tile adhesive takes place in this way. However, even with this trim the height of the visible decorative surface is fixed, which is why the trim is not flexible.

Another disadvantage of the previously described products "Aqua wedge", "Aqua wedge wall" and "Aqua Deco" Blanke GmbH & Co.KG is that these trim strips no height compensation in the event of a subsiding underground over time allow unsightly joints to form underneath the built-in trims. Such a lowering of the subsurface can occur, for example, if insulation underlays which gradually condense due to the loads acting on them are used in the floor area.

Based on this prior art, it is an object of the present invention to provide a trim strip of the type mentioned above with alternative construction, which is flexible, which is variably adaptable to the respective height situation and the material thickness of the floor covering material and a height compensation in the case a subsiding underground over time.

To achieve this object, the present invention provides a trim strip of the type mentioned, in which the trim strip has a retaining profile in which the trim strip is added to adjust the height of its visible decorative surface height adjustable. In other words, the decorative strip according to the invention comprises a decorative strip profile and a separate retaining profile, which are movable relative to each other for varying the height of the visible decorative surface of the trim strip profile. Because of this height adjustment, the trim strip profile according to the invention is very variable in use and also allows height compensation in the case of a subsiding with time subsurface.

The retaining profile preferably has a U-shaped cross-sectional area for receiving the trim strip profile. The distance between the mutually parallel legs of the U-shaped cross-sectional area is adapted to the thickness of the trim strip. The determination of the trim strip at a desired height level within the defined by the U-shaped cross-sectional area of the retaining groove is, for example, by the existing between the groove bottom and the bottom of the trim strip cavity with silicone, tile adhesive or the like is filled. The trim strip can also be tilted within the receiving groove relative to the groove bottom, whereby the slope of the visible decorative surface edge is changed with respect to the groove bottom. This results in a further adjustability. The U-shaped cross-sectional area may be formed like a clip, so that it receives the trim strip profile with a predetermined bias, and / or it may be provided with an insertion aid for the trim strip profile.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, the decorative surface of the trim strip profile is rectangular, so that can be covered with the trim in VVesentlichen rectangular recess walls.

According to an alternative embodiment of the present invention, the decorative surface of the trim strip profile tapers like a wedge in the direction of the profile longitudinal extent, so that wedge-like recess walls can be clad with this trim strip.

The trim strip profile and / or the holder profile may have a fastening leg provided with passage openings in order to be able to fix the trim strip on the floor or on the wall by means of tile adhesive or the like. The tile adhesive passes through the passage openings and clamps on the attachment leg, whereby a secure connection is achieved.

Alternatively or additionally, the trim strip profile and / or the retaining profile can be provided with an adhesive structure, in particular with a lattice-, fabric- or fleece-like adhesive structure, which is designed such that it forms an adhesive bond with a tile adhesive, jointing material or the like.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, the holding profile has an overall substantially F-shaped cross-section. In the region of the leg of the F-shaped cross section extending transversely to the parallel legs, passage openings may be formed so that this leg serves as a fastening leg.

The trim strip profile may have an overall substantially I-shaped cross-section. The one main surface of the trim strip profile can define the decorative surface and the other main surface can be provided with an adhesive structure.

Alternatively, the trim strip profile may have an overall substantially T-shaped cross-section. The one leg of the T-shaped cross section can define the visible decorative surface, whereas the other leg provided with openings or an adhesive structure and thus can form the mounting leg.

The trim strip may further comprise a third, substantially U-shaped end profile, which is added to the trim strip profile height adjustable. In this way, there is a further height adjustment of the decorative strip according to the invention.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, the trim strip profile has an overall substantially L-shaped cross-section. One leg of the L-shaped cross section may define the visible decorative surface, and the other leg may form a tile cover.

According to yet another embodiment of the present invention, the trim strip profile has a substantially H-shaped cross-sectional area, wherein the parallel arranged opposite legs of the substantially H-shaped cross-sectional area for receiving a plate member are formed, in particular for receiving a glass or Plastic disc that forms a shower stall wall, for example. In extension of the leg extending transversely to the parallel legs of the substantially H-shaped cross-sectional area of the trim strip profile, a fastening leg provided with openings can follow.

According to a further embodiment of the present invention, the trim strip profile has an overall substantially U-shaped cross section with two parallel legs and a connecting leg connecting them, which extends at an angle to the parallel legs, which is different from 90 °, so that Connecting leg forms a sloping surface when installed.

Furthermore, a third, in cross section considered substantially L-shaped and provided with a passage openings mounting leg provided receiving profile may be provided on which the trim strip profile is added vertically adjustable. In this way, another height adjustability can also be achieved.

The ornamental profile and / or the retaining profile and / or the end profile and / or the receiving profile is / are preferably produced as a strand part (e) or in a roll forming process or as a bending profile (e). Furthermore, the ornamental profile and / or the retaining profile and / or the end profile and / or the receiving profile can be made of metal, in particular stainless steel and / or of plastic.

Figur I

eine schematische perspektivische Ansicht eines zur Installation einer Duschkabine vorbereiteten Badezimmerbereiches;

Figur 2

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer ersten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung;

Figur 3

eine Seitenansicht der in Figur 2 dargestellten Zierleiste in Richtung des Pfeils III;

Figur 4

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer zweiten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung;

Figur 5

eine Seitenansicht der in Figur 4 dargestellten Zierleiste in Richtung des Pfeils V;

Figur 6

eine Zierleiste gemäß einer dritten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung;

Figur 7

eine Seitenansicht der in Figur 6 dargestellten Zierleiste in Richtung des Pfeils VII;

Figur 8

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer vierten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung;

Figur 9

eine Seitenansicht der in Figur 8 dargestellten Zierleiste in Richtung des Pfeils IX;

Figur 10

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer fünften Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung;

Figur II

eine Seitenansicht der in Figur 10 dargestellten Zierleiste in Richtung des Pfeils XI;

Figur 12

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer sechsten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung;

Figur 13

eine Seitenansicht der in Figur 12 dargestellten Zierleiste in Richtung des Pfeils XIII;

Figur 14

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer siebten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung;

Figur 15

eine Seitenansicht der in Figur 14 dargestellten Zierleiste in Richtung des Pfeils XV;

Figur 16

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer achten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung;

Figur 17

eine Seitenansicht der in Figur 16 dargestellten Zierleiste in Richtung des Pfeils XVII;

Figur 18

eine Querschnittansicht der in den Figuren 12 und 13 dargestellten Zierleiste gemäß der sechsten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung in leicht abgewandelter Form und in einer alternativen Einbausituation, in der die Zierleiste angrenzend an einen Bodenablauf angeordnet ist;

Figur 19

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer neunten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung im eingebauten Zustand;

Figur 20

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer zehnten Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung im eingebauten Zustand; und

Figur 21

eine Querschnittansicht einer Zierleiste gemäß einer elften Ausführungsform der vorliegenden Erfindung im eingebauten Zustand.

Further features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following description of various embodiments of the trim strip according to the invention with reference to the accompanying drawings. That's it

Figure I

a schematic perspective view of a prepared for installation of a shower cubicle bathroom area;

FIG. 2

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to a first embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 3

a side view of in FIG. 2 illustrated trim in the direction of arrow III;

FIG. 4

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to a second embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 5

a side view of in FIG. 4 illustrated molding strip in the direction of arrow V;

FIG. 6

a trim strip according to a third embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 7

a side view of in FIG. 6 illustrated trim in the direction of arrow VII;

FIG. 8

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 9

a side view of in FIG. 8 illustrated trim in the direction of arrow IX;

FIG. 10

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention;

Figure II

a side view of in FIG. 10 illustrated trim in the direction of arrow XI;

FIG. 12

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 13

a side view of in FIG. 12 illustrated trim in the direction of arrow XIII;

FIG. 14

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 15

a side view of in FIG. 14 illustrated trim in the direction of arrow XV;

FIG. 16

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to an eighth embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 17

a side view of in FIG. 16 illustrated trim in the direction of arrow XVII;

FIG. 18

a cross-sectional view of the in the FIGS. 12 and 13 illustrated molding strip according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention in a slightly modified form and in an alternative installation situation, in which the trim strip is disposed adjacent to a floor drain;

FIG. 19

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to a ninth embodiment of the present invention in the installed state;

FIG. 20

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to a tenth embodiment of the present invention in the installed state; and

FIG. 21

a cross-sectional view of a trim strip according to an eleventh embodiment of the present invention in the installed state.

Like reference numerals denote below corresponding components or component sections.

FIG. 1 shows a section of a bathroom with a bathroom floor 200 and a bathroom wall 202, each covered with tiles 204. To install a flush-floor shower, a shower tray 206 is prepared in the bathroom floor 200, which is provided with a slope which is inclined in the direction of a floor drain 208, to ensure the proper removal of the shower water. The floor drain 208 is a so-called line drainage in the form of a drainage channel, which is arranged on the wall side and extends parallel to the bathroom wall 202. Due to its gradient, the shower tray 206 forms a wedge-shaped depression opposite the rest of the bathroom floor 200, which is delimited by wedge-shaped recess walls 210 lying opposite one another and by a rectangular recess wall 212 connecting them to one another. For covering these recess walls 210 and 212, the present invention provides a trim strip. Different embodiments of this decorative strip according to the invention are described below with reference to the FIGS. 2 to 17 described in more detail.

The FIGS. 2 and 3 show a trim strip 10 according to a first embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 10 comprises a trim strip profile 12 and a retaining profile 14.

The trim strip 12 is an elongated extruded profile made of stainless steel with a rectangular cross-section. It defines an ornamental surface 16 which is used to disguise the in FIG. 1 shown wedge-shaped recess wall 210 tapers like a wedge in the direction of the profile longitudinal extension. Alternatively, the decorative surface 16 of the trim strip profile 12 for covering the in FIG. 1 shown rectangular recess wall 212 may also be rectangular, as shown in FIG FIG. 3 is shown by the dashed line 18. The ornamental surface 16 opposite the rear surface 20 of the trim strip 12 is provided with an adhesive structure 22 in the manner of an adhesive strip, which is, for example, a lattice, fabric or fleece-like adhesive structure can act, which forms an adhesive bond with a tile adhesive or the like.

In the holding profile 14 is an extruded profile made of metal or plastic with F-shaped cross-section. The two parallel legs 24 and 26 of the F-shaped cross-section define a receiving groove 28, in which the trim strip profile 12 is added vertically adjustable. In the exposed area of the transverse to the legs 24 and 26 extending leg 30 of the F-shaped cross section 14 passage openings 32 are provided at regular intervals over the entire length of the holding profile, pass through the adhesive mortar for fixing the support section 14 on the ground and clamped can.

When designing the in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206, as it is in FIG. 2 is shown by dashed lines, in a first step, the retaining section 14 of the trim strip 10 by means of tile adhesive along the recess wall 210 to be clad on the shower tray 206 attached. Then the holding profile 14 is set for sound and / or voltage decoupling over a previously applied insulation strip 33. Immediately following the tiles 204 are laid on the leg 30 of the retaining profile 14. After curing of the tile adhesive, the trim strip 12 is inserted into the receiving groove 28 of the support section 14, wherein previously the trim strip 12 facing edges 204a of adjacent to the shower floor 206 on the bathroom floor 200 laid tiles 204 and / or the adhesive structure 22 of the trim strip 12 with an adhesive be provided, for example with tile adhesive or silicone. Due to the height-adjustable reception of the trim strip profile 12 in the receptacle 28 of the holding profile 14, the top edge of the trim strip profile 12 can now be aligned with the top of the tile 204. Optionally, the gap formed between the trim strip 12 and the bottom of the receiving groove 28 of the retaining profile 14 can be filled with a filling material 34, such as tile adhesive or silicone, to additionally support the trim strip profile 12 from below.

Thanks to the height-adjustable recording of the trim strip 12 in the support section 14 so a Varüeren the height of the visible decorative surface 16 is possible. Also, the trim strip 12 can be tilted within the receiving groove 28 relative to the groove bottom to adjust the slope of the wedge-shaped trim strip profile 12 to the actual slope of the wedge-shaped recess walls 210. Likewise, 28 different height movements can be recorded between the trim strip 12 and the receiving groove.

The FIGS. 4 and 5 show a trim strip 40 according to a second embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 40 comprises a trim strip profile 42 and a retaining profile 44.

The trim strip 42 is an elongate extruded profile of metal or plastic having a T-shaped cross-section formed by two legs 46 and 48 which are perpendicular to each other. The leg 46 defines a decorative surface 50, which is for dressing the in FIG. 1 shown wedge-shaped recess wall 210 tapers in the direction of the longitudinal extension of the trim strip profile 42. Alternatively, the decorative surface 50 of the trim strip profile 42 for covering the in FIG. 1 shown rectangular recess wall 212 may also be rectangular, as shown in FIG FIG. 5 indicated by the dashed line 52. The in FIG. 4 horizontally disposed legs 48 of the trim strip 42 is provided over the entire length of the trim strip 42 at regular intervals with passage openings 54, pass through the tile adhesive for fixing the support section 14 on the ground and can be clamped. The leg 48 thus forms a mounting leg.

In the holding profile 44 is an extruded profile made of metal or plastic with F-shaped cross-section, which is analogous to the holding section 14 of the trim strip 10 according to the first embodiment is formed, which is why the holding profile 44 is not below is described again.

When designing the in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206, as it is in FIG. 4 is shown by dashed lines, the retaining profile 44 of the trim strip 40 in a first step by means of tile adhesive along the recess wall 210 to be clad on the shower tray 206 attached. For sound and / or voltage decoupling, the retaining profile 44 analogous to FIG. 2 be set over a previously applied insulation strips, even if this is not shown here. Immediately thereafter, the tiles 204 are laid on the leg 30 of the retaining profile 44. After curing of the tile adhesive, the trim strip 42 is inserted into the receiving groove 28 of the holding profile 44, and located in FIG. 4 horizontally extending legs 48 of the trim strip 42 is glued by means of tile adhesive to the bathroom floor 200. Optionally, the gap formed between the moldings 42 and the bottom of the receiving groove 28 of the retaining profile 44 can be filled with a filling material 34, such as tile adhesive or silicone, to additionally support the trim profile 42 from below. Subsequently, the tiles 204 are then glued to the leg 48 of the trim strip profile 42.

The FIGS. 6 and 7 show a trim strip 60 according to a third embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 60 comprises a trim strip profile 62 and a retaining profile 64.

In the trim strip 62 is an elongated extruded profile made of metal or plastic with an L-shaped cross-section, which consists of two mutually perpendicular legs 66 and 68. The in FIG. 6 vertically arranged leg 66 defines a decorative surface 70, which is for dressing the in FIG. 1 shown wedge-shaped recess wall 210 tapers like a wedge in the direction of the profile longitudinal extension. Alternatively, the decorative surface 70 of the trim strip profile 62 for covering the in FIG. 1 shown rectangular recess wall 212 also formed rectangular be like it is in FIG. 7 indicated by the dashed line 72. The decorative surface 70 opposite the rear surface 74 of the trim strip profile 62 is provided with an adhesive structure 76 in the manner of an adhesive strip, which may be, for example, a grid, fabric or nonwoven formed adhesive structure, the adhesive bond with a tile adhesive or the like received. The same applies to the bottom of itself FIG. 6 horizontally extending leg 68 of the trim strip profile 62nd

The retaining profile 64 corresponds to the retaining profile 14 of the trim strip 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention, which is why the retaining profile 64 will not be described again below.

When designing the in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206, as it is in FIG. 6 is shown by dashed lines, in a first step, the retaining profile 64 of the trim strip 60 by means of tile adhesive along the recess wall 210 to be clad on the shower tray 206 attached. For sound and / or voltage decoupling, the retaining profile 64 analogous to FIG. 2 be set over a previously applied insulation strips, even if this is not shown here. Immediately thereafter, the tiles 204 are laid on the leg 30 of the retaining profile 64. After curing of the tile adhesive the trim strip 62 is inserted into the receiving groove 28 of the holding section 64, wherein previously the adhesive structures 76 of the trim strip profile 62 are provided with an adhesive, for example with tile adhesive. Optionally, the gap formed between the trim strip 62 and the bottom of the receiving groove 28 of the retaining profile 64 may be filled with a filler 34, such as tile adhesive or silicone, to further support the trim strip profile 62 from below. Then the trim strip 62 is pressed into the receiving groove 28 until the bottom of the in FIG. 6 horizontally extending leg 68 of the trim strip 62 comes with the laid on the bathroom floor 200 tiles 204 in Appendix.

The FIGS. 8 and 9 show a trim strip 80 according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 80 includes a trim strip profile 82 and a retaining profile 84.

The trim strip profile 82 is an elongate extruded profile of metal or plastic with an H-shaped cross section, which is formed by two parallel legs 86 and 88 and a leg 90 extending transversely thereto. The longer of the two parallel legs 86 defines a decorative surface 92, which is used to disguise the in FIG. 1 shown wedge-shaped recess wall 210 tapers like a wedge in the direction of the profile longitudinal extension. Alternatively, the decorative surface 92 of the trim strip profile 82 for covering the in FIG. 1 shown rectangular recess wall 212 may also be rectangular, as shown in FIG FIG. 9 indicated by the dashed line 94. The ornamental surface 92 opposite rear surface 96 of the leg 86 is provided with an adhesive structure 98 in the manner of an adhesive strip, which may be, for example, a lattice, tissue or nonwoven-like adhesive structure, the adhesive bond with a tile adhesive or the like received. The same applies to the bottom of itself FIG. 8 The distance between the legs 86 and 88 of the trim strip profile 82 is selected such that between the legs 86 and 88, a partition, for example a glass or plastic disc can be accommodated, for example, forms a shower stall wall.

The holding profile 84 corresponds to the holding profile 14 of the trim strip 10 according to the first embodiment of the present opening, which is why this will not be described again below.

When designing the in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206, as it is in FIG. 8 is shown by dashed lines, in a first step, the retaining profile 84 on the trim strip 80th fastened by means of tile adhesive along the recess wall 210 to be covered on the shower tray 206. For sound and / or voltage decoupling, the retaining profile 84 analogous to FIG. 2 be set over a previously applied insulation strips, even if this is not shown here. Immediately thereafter, the tiles 204 are laid on the leg 30 of the retaining profile 84. After curing of the tile adhesive the trim strip 82 is inserted into the receiving groove 28 of the holding profile 84, wherein previously the adhesive structures 98 are provided with an adhesive, such as with tile adhesive. Optionally, the gap formed between the trim strip 82 and the bottom of the receiving groove 28 of the retaining profile 84 can be filled with a filler 34, such as tile adhesive or silicone, to further support the trim strip 82 from underneath. Then, in addition to the leg 88 of the trim strip 82 on the bathroom floor 200, the tiles 204 are laid. In the defined between the legs 86 and 88 of the trim strip 82 recording then, for example, a shower stall wall can be used.

The FIGS. 10 and 11 show a trim strip 100 according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 100 comprises a trim strip profile 102 and a retaining profile 104.

The trim strip profile 102 is an elongate extruded profile of metal or plastic, which substantially corresponds to the H-shaped trim strip profile 82 according to the fourth embodiment of the present invention, which was previously described with reference to FIGS FIGS. 8 and 9 was explained. Accordingly, a renewed description of mutually corresponding component sections, which are provided here with the same reference numerals omitted. A difference between the trim strip 102 and the trim strip profile 82 is that in the trim strip 102 in extension of the in FIG. 10 horizontally extending leg 90 a mounting leg 106 is provided in the over the entire length of the trim strip profile 102 passage openings 108 are formed at regular intervals. In addition, at the bottom of the leg 90 of the trim strip profile 102 in contrast to that of the trim strip profile 82 no adhesive structure available, since this is superfluous due to the passage openings 108.

The trim strip profile 102 corresponds to the trim strip profile 12 of the trim strip 10 according to the first embodiment, which is why a further description is omitted.

When designing the in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206, as it is in FIG. 10 is shown by dashed lines, in a first step, the retaining profile 104 of the trim strip 100 by means of tile adhesive along the recess wall 210 to be clad on the shower tray 206 attached. For sound and / or voltage decoupling, the retaining profile 104 analogous to FIG. 2 be set over a previously applied insulation strips, even if this is not shown here. Immediately thereafter, the tiles 204 are laid on the leg 30 of the retaining profile 14. After curing of the tile adhesive, the trim strip 102 is inserted into the receiving groove 28 of the retaining profile 104, and the mounting leg 106 of the trim strip 102 is moved by means of tile adhesive on the bathroom floor 200. Optionally, the between the trim strip 102 and the reason of receiving the holder profile 104 resulting gap can be filled with a filler 34, such as tile adhesive or silicone to support the trim strip 102 additionally from below. Immediately following the tiles 204 are then laid along the trim strip 102 on the mounting leg 106.

The FIGS. 12 and 13 show a trim strip 120 according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 120 includes a trim strip profile 122 and a retaining profile 124.

The trim strip 122 is an elongate extruded profile of metal or plastic with a rectangular cross-section. It defines an ornamental surface 126, which is used to disguise the in FIG. 1 shown wedge-shaped recess wall 210 tapers like a wedge in the direction of the profile longitudinal extension. Alternatively, the decorative surface 126 of the trim strip profile 122 for covering the in FIG. 1 shown rectangular recess wall 212 may also be rectangular, as shown in FIG FIG. 13 is shown by the dashed line 128. The decorative surface 126 opposite the rear surface 130 of the trim strip profile 122 is provided with an adhesive structure 132 in the manner of an adhesive strip, which may be, for example, a lattice-, tissue- or fleece-like adhesive structure, the adhesive bond with a tile adhesive or the like received.

The holding profile 124 is an extruded profile of metal or plastic with a U-shaped cross section, which is formed from two parallel legs 134 and 136 and a leg 138 extending transversely thereto and connecting the legs 134 and 136. The two parallel legs 134 and 136 define a receiving groove 140 in which the trim strip profile 122 is added height adjustable. The outwardly facing surface of the leg 134 defines another decorative surface 142. The outwardly facing surface of the leg 136 is also provided with an adhesive structure 132.

To the design of in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206, as it is in FIG. 12 is shown in dashed lines, in a first step, the trim strip 122 inserted into the receiving groove 140 of the holding profile 124, wherein the remaining between the bottom of the receiving groove 140 and the trim strip 122 space can be filled with a filler 144, such as silicone, tile adhesive or the like. Thereafter, the trim strip 120 is fixed using tile adhesive to the recess wall 210 or to the outwardly facing edge 204a of the tiles 204 laid on the bathroom floor 200, wherein the top side of the retaining profile 224 is aligned in alignment with the top of the tiles 204. For sound and / or voltage decoupling, the trim strip profile 122 analogous to FIG. 2 be set over a previously applied insulation strips, even if this is not shown here. Subsequently, the tiles 204 are laid along the trim strip 122 of the trim strip 120 on the shower tray 206.

The FIGS. 14 and 15 show a trim strip 150 according to a seventh embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 150 comprises a trim strip profile 152, a retaining profile 154 and a receiving profile 156.

The trim strip profile 152 is an elongate extruded profile of metal or plastic with a J-shaped cross section, which is formed from two parallel legs 158 and 160 and a leg 162 extending transversely thereto and connecting the legs 158, 160 together. In this case, the leg 158 is longer than the parallel to this leg 160 arranged. The outside of the leg 158 defines a decorative surface 164, which is for dressing the in FIG. 1 shown wedge-shaped recess wall 210 tapers like a wedge in the direction of the profile longitudinal extension. Alternatively, the decorative surface 164 of the trim strip profile 250 for covering the in FIG. 1 shown rectangular recess wall 212 may also be rectangular, as shown in FIG FIG. 15 is shown by the dashed line 166. The back surface 168 of the leg 158 opposite the decorative surface 164 is provided with an adhesive structure 170 in the manner of an adhesive strip, which may be, for example, a lattice-, fabric- or fleece-like adhesive structure which has an adhesive bond with a tile adhesive or the like received.

The holding profile 154 corresponds to the holding profile 14 of the trim strip 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention, which is why the configuration of the holding profile 154 is not discussed again below.

In the receiving profile 156 is an extruded profile of metal or plastic with L-shaped cross-section, which is characterized by a in FIG. 14 vertically extending legs 172 and a leg 174 arranged at right angles thereto. The leg 174 is provided over the entire length of the receiving profile 156 with passage openings 176 which are arranged at regular intervals.

When designing the in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206, as it is in FIG. 14 is shown by dashed lines, attached in a first step, the retaining profile 154 of the trim strip 150 by means of tile adhesive along the recess wall 210 to be clad on the shower tray 206. Immediately thereafter, the tiles 204 are laid on the leg 30 of the retaining profile 254. Subsequently, the receiving profile 156 is attached by means of tile adhesive to the bathroom floor 200. Then the trim strip 152 is hooked into the vertically extending leg 172 of the receiving profile 156 and inserted into the receiving groove 28 of the retaining profile 154. The intermediate space between the base of the receiving groove 28 of the holding profile 254 and the trim strip profile 152 can be filled with a filling material, such as silicone, tile adhesive or the like. In a further step, the tiles 204 are laid along the leg 174 of the female profile 156, and the top of the trim strip 152 is aligned with the top of the tiles 204.

The FIGS. 16 and 17 show a trim strip 180 according to an eighth embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 180 comprises a trim strip profile 182, a retaining profile 184 and an end profile 186. The trim strip profile 182 and the retaining profile 184 correspond in each case to the trim strip profile 12 and the retaining profile 14 of the trim strip 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention, for which reason they will not be described again below ,

The end profile 186 is an elongated extruded profile of metal or plastic having a U-shaped cross-section formed by two parallel legs 188 and 190 and a leg 192 extending perpendicularly thereto. The outer side of the leg 188 forms a further ornamental surface 196. The outer side of the leg 190 is provided with an adhesive structure 198 in the manner of an adhesive strip, which may be, for example, a lattice-, tissue- or fleece-like formed adhesive structure having an adhesive bond with a tile adhesive or the like received.

When designing the in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206, as it is in FIG. 16 is shown by dashed lines, in a first step, the holding profile 184 of the trim strip 180 by means of tile adhesive along the recess wall 210 to be clad on the shower tray 206 attached. Immediately thereafter, the tiles 204 are laid on the leg 30 of the holding profile 184. Subsequently, the tiles 204 are laid on the bathroom floor 200. In a further step, the trim strip profile 182 is inserted into the receiving groove 28 of the holding profile 184 and then the end profile 186 placed on the trim strip profile 182 and bonded by means of tile adhesive with the facing tile edges 204a of the tiles 204. By providing both a retaining profile 284 and a closing profile 186, there is the possibility of a double height adjustment.

FIG. 18 already shows in the FIGS. 12 and 13 illustrated trim strip 120 according to the sixth embodiment of the present invention in a slightly modified form and in an alternative installation situation in which the trim strip profile 120 in FIG. 1 shown bathroom wall-side recess wall 212 dressed. A modification of the in the FIGS. 12 and 13 shown trim strip is to the effect that the rear leg 136 of the support profile 124 is viewed in cross section bent substantially gabled roof-like and elastic, so that the support profile 124 includes the trim strip profile 122 with bias. Further, the free is End of the leg 136 from the trim strip profile 122 bent away, whereby an insertion aid is generated, which facilitates the insertion of the trim strip profile 122 in the retaining profile 124. In an analogous manner, for example, one of the legs 24 or 26 of an F-shaped holding profile may be formed, such as the in FIG. 2 illustrated F-shaped retaining profile.

When designing the in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206, as it is in FIG. 18 is shown, in a first step, an insulating strip 33 between the bathroom wall 202 and the shower tray 206 arranged. Then, a sloping board 220 receiving the floor drain 208 is fixed to the shower floor 206 in such a way that the sloping board 220 comes into abutment with the insulating strip 33. The floor drain 208 is provided on its side facing the bathroom wall 202 with a flexible and water-impermeable sealing strip 222, which is guided upward and fixed to the bathroom wall 202 with tile adhesive or the like. Thereafter, the tiles 204 are adhered to the bathroom wall 202 in at least partial overlap with the sealing strip 222. For cladding the recess wall 212, the trim strip 120 is now inserted into the intermediate space between the floor drain 208 and the tiles 204 and on the one hand set with tile adhesive to the sealing strip 222 and on the other side with silicone on the underside of the floor drain 208 on the one side. A height adjustment of the trim strip profile 120 can then take place by the trim strip profile 122 and the retaining profile 124 are moved relative to each other. In order to fix a desired height adjustment, the intermediate space between the trim strip profile 122 and the retaining profile 124 can be filled with a filling material 144, such as, for example, tile adhesive, silicone or the like.

FIG. 19 shows a trim strip 230 according to a ninth embodiment of the present invention in the installed state. The trim strip 230 comprises a trim strip profile 232 and a retaining profile 234.

The trim strip 232 is an elongate extruded profile of metal or plastic with a rectangular cross-section. It defines an ornamental surface 236 used to disguise the in FIG. 1 illustrated recess wall 212 also has a rectangular shape. The ornamental surface 236 opposite rear surface 238 of the trim strip 232 is provided with an adhesive structure 240 in the manner of an adhesive strip, which may be, for example, a lattice, fabric or fleece-like adhesive structure, which forms an adhesive bond with a tile adhesive or the like ,

The holding profile 234 is an extruded profile made of metal or plastic with a U-shaped cross-sectional area, which is formed by two parallel legs 242 and 244 and a leg 246 extending transversely thereto and connecting the legs 242 and 244 together, and an L-shaped cross-sectional area formed by two mutually perpendicular legs 248 and 250, with the leg 248 aligned with the leg 246 of the U-shaped cross-sectional area and in the leg 250 over the entire length of the trim strip 232 at regular intervals Passage openings 252 are formed.

To disguise the in FIG. 1 illustrated recess wall 212, first the Dämmstreifen 33, the slope board 220 are mounted with the bottom drain held there 208 and the sealing strip 222 of the floor drain 208, as already with reference to FIG. 18 has been described. Thereafter, the trim strip 230 is aligned with respect to its height and the desired orientation fixed by means of filling material 144. Then, the trim strip 230 is attached on the one hand by means of silicone to the top of the floor drain 208 and on the other hand by means of tile adhesive on the sealing strip 222 of the floor drain 208. Subsequently, the tiles 204 are adhered to the bathroom wall 202 using tile adhesive, aligning the tiles 204 with the L-shaped cross-sectional area of the retainer profile 234.

FIG. 20 shows a trim strip 260 according to a tenth embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 260 comprises a trim strip profile 262, a retaining profile 264 and a receiving profile 266.

The trim strip profile 262 is an elongate extruded profile made of metal or plastic with a substantially U-shaped cross section, which consists of two parallel legs 268 and 270 and a connecting leg 272 extending transversely thereto and connecting the legs 268 and 270 together becomes. The connecting leg 272 extends at an angle a of about 30 ° to the horizontal, so that the included angle between the connecting leg 272 and the legs 268 and 270 are different from 90 °. Accordingly, the decorative surface 274 of the trim strip profile 262 in the installed state forms an inclined surface, as in FIG. 20 can be seen.

The holding profile 264 corresponds to that of the holding profile 14 of the trim strip 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention, which is why the configuration of the holding profile 264 will not be discussed again below.

In the receiving profile 266 is an extruded profile of metal or plastic with L-shaped cross-section, which is characterized by a in FIG. 20 vertically extending leg 276 and a leg 278 arranged at right angles thereto. The leg 278 is provided over the entire length of the receiving profile 266 with passage openings 280 which are arranged at regular intervals.

At the in FIG. 1 shown shower floor 206 is on the shower floor access side between the bathroom floor 200 and the shower tray 206, a shoulder 214, which prevents shower water flows onto the adjacent surface of the bathroom floor 200. To cover this paragraph 214 with the trim strip 260 is in a first step, the retaining profile 264 of the trim strip 260 by means of tile adhesive along the paragraph 214 to be clad on the shower tray 206 attached. Immediately thereafter, the tiles 204 are laid on the leg 30 of the holding profile 264. Subsequently, the receiving profile 266 is attached by means of tile adhesive to the bathroom floor 200. Then, the leg 270 of the trim strip profile 262 is hooked into the vertically extending leg 276 of the receiving profile 266 and inserted into the receiving groove 28 of the holding profile 264. The between the bottom of the receiving groove 28 of the holding profile 264 and the leg 268 of the trim strip profile 262 existing gap can be filled with a filler, such as silicone, tile adhesive or the like. In a further step, the tiles 204 are laid along the leg 276 of the receiving profile 266.

FIG. 21 shows a trim strip 290 according to an eleventh embodiment of the present invention. The trim strip 290 includes a trim strip profile 292 and a retaining profile 294.

The molding profile 292 is an extruded profile made of metal or plastic and comprises analogous to that in FIG. 20 illustrated trim strip profile 262 has a substantially U-shaped cross-sectional area, which is formed of two parallel legs 296 and 298 and a transversely extending to this and the legs 296 and 298 interconnecting connecting leg 300. The connecting leg 300 encloses an angle with the legs 296 and 298, which is different from 90 °, so that the ornamental surface 302 formed by the connecting leg 300 is inclined in the installed state, as in FIG. 21 can be seen. Further, the trim strip profile 292 includes a subsequent to the leg 298 and extending perpendicular to this mounting leg 304, which is provided over the entire length of the trim strip profile 292 with openings 306 which are arranged at regular intervals.

The retaining profile 294 corresponds to the retaining profile 14 of the trim strip 10 according to the first embodiment of the present invention, which is why the configuration of the retaining profile 294 will not be discussed again below.

Analogous to the installation of in FIG. 20 shown molding strip 290 is used to cover the paragraph 214 of in FIG. 1 shown shower tray 206 in a first step, the retaining profile 294 of the trim strip 290 secured by means of tile adhesive along the paragraph 214 to be covered on the shower tray 206. Immediately thereafter, the tiles 204 are laid on the leg 30 of the retaining profile 294. Subsequently, the leg 296 of the trim strip profile 292 is inserted into the receiving groove 28 of the holding profile 294. The between the bottom of the receiving groove 28 of the retaining profile 294 and the leg 296 of the trim strip profile 292 existing gap can be filled with a filler such as silicone, tile adhesive or the like. At the same time, the fastening leg 298 is attached to the bathroom floor 200 by means of tile adhesive. In a further step, the tiles 204 are laid along the leg 298 of the trim strip profile 292 on the mounting leg 304 of the trim strip profile 292.

All previously described embodiments of the trim strip according to the invention are characterized by their height adjustment and are used variably. In addition, all trim strips, which have a wedge-shaped decorative surface can be produced and sold in excess length, so that an additional height adjustment can be achieved by appropriately cutting the trim strips, in particular a Grobhöhenjustierbarkeit. The fine height adjustment then takes place in the manner previously described in many ways.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

10

molding

12

trims profile

14

retaining profile

16

pleasure garden

18

Dashed line

20

area

22

adhesive structure

24

leg

26

leg

28

receiving groove

30

leg

32

Through opening

33

insulation strips

34

filling material

40

molding

42

trims profile

44

retaining profile

46

leg

48

leg

50

pleasure garden

52

Dashed line

54

Through opening

60

molding

62

trims profile

64

retaining profile

66

leg

68

leg

70

pleasure garden

72

Dashed line

74

area

76

adhesive structure

80

molding

82

trims profile

84

retaining profile

86

leg

88

leg

90

leg

92

pleasure garden

94

dashed line

96

area

100

molding

102

trims profile

104

retaining profile

106

fastening leg

108

Through openings

120

molding

122

trims profile

124

retaining profile

126

pleasure garden

130

area

132

adhesive structure

134

leg

136

leg

138

leg

140

receiving groove

142

pleasure garden

144

filling material

150

molding

152

trims profile

154

retaining profile

156

Up profile

158

leg

160

leg

162

leg

164

pleasure garden

166

dashed line

168

area

170

adhesive structure

172

leg

174

leg

176

Through opening

180

molding

182

trims profile

184

retaining profile

186

End profile

188

leg

190

leg

192

leg

196

pleasure garden

198

adhesive structure

200

bathroom floor

202

bathroom wall

204

tiling

206

shower floor

208

floor drain

210

groove walls

212

groove walls

214

paragraph

220

slope Board

222

sealing strips

230

molding

232

trims profile

234

retaining profile

236

pleasure garden

238

area

240

adhesive structure

244

leg

246

leg

248

leg

250

leg

252

Through openings

260

molding

262

trims profile

264

retaining profile

266

Up profile

268

leg

270

leg

272

connecting leg

274

pleasure garden

276

leg

278

leg

280

Through openings

290

molding

292

trims profile

294

retaining profile

296

leg

298

leg

300

connecting leg

302

pleasure garden

304

fastening leg

306

Through openings

Claims (17)

Decorative strip (10; 40; 60; 80; 100; 120; 150; 180; 230; 260; 290) for ceramic, natural stone or plastic coverings or coatings, in particular for the design of floor-level floor-level showers, comprising a visible decorative surface ( 16; 50; 70; 92; 142; 164; 196; 236; 274; 302) having decorative strip profile (12; 42; 62; 82; 102; 122; 152; 182; 232; 262; 292), characterized in that the trim strip (10; 40; 60; 80; 100; 120; 150; 180; 230; 260; 290) has a retaining profile (14; 44; 64; 84; 104; 124; 154; 184; 234; 264; 294) in that the trim strip profile (12; 42; 62; 82; 102; 122; 152; 182; 232; 262; 292) for varying the height of its visible decorative surface (16; 50; 70; 92; 142; 164; 196 ; 236; 274; 302) is received adjustable in height. A trim strip (10; 40; 60; 80; 100; 120; 150; 180; 230; 260; 290) according to claim 1, characterized in that the retaining profile (14; 44; 64; 84; 104; 124; 154; 184 ; 234; 264; 294) has a U-shaped cross-sectional area for receiving the trim strip profile (12; 42; 62; 82; 102; 122; 152; 182; 232; 262; 292), wherein the U-shaped cross-sectional area in particular formed like a clip and / or with an insertion aid for the trim strip profile (12; 42; 62; 82; 102; 122; 152; 182; 232; 262; 292). A decorative strip (10; 40; 60; 80; 100; 120; 150; 180; 230; 260; 290) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the ornamental surface (16; 50; 70; 92; 142; 164; 196 ; 236; 274; 302) of the trim strip profile (12; 42; 62; 82; 102; 122; 152; 182; 232; 262; 292) is rectangular. A trim strip (10; 40; 60; 80; 100; 120; 150; 180; 230; 260; 290) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the ornamental surface (16; 50; 70; 92; 142; 164; 196; 236; 274; 302) of the trim strip profile (12; 42; 62; 82; 102; 122; 152; 182; 232; 262; 292) tapers in the direction of the profile longitudinal extension in a wedge-like manner. A trim strip (10; 40; 60; 80; 100; 150; 180; 230; 260; 290) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the trim strip profile (12; 42; 62; 82; 102; 152; 182; 232 ; 262; 292) and / or the retaining profile (14; 44; 64; 84; 104; 154; 184; 234; 264; 294) having a passage openings (32; 54; 108; 176; 252; 280; 306) Mounting leg (30, 106, 250) has. A trim strip (10; 60; 80; 100; 120; 150; 180; 230) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the trim strip profile (12; 62; 82; 102; 122; 152; 182; 232) and / or the holding profile (14; 64; 84; 104; 124; 154; 184; 234) is provided with an adhesive structure (22; 76; 98; 132; 170; 198; 240), in particular with a lattice, fabric or nonwoven fabric a formed adhesive structure (22; 76; 98; 132; 170; 198; 240) adapted to bond with a tile adhesive, filler material or the like. A trim strip (10; 40; 60; 80; 100; 150; 180; 260; 290) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the retaining profile (14; 44; 64; 84; 104; 154; 184; 264; 294 ) has an overall substantially F-shaped cross section. The trim strip (10; 120; 180; 230) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the trim strip profile (12; 122; 182; 232) has an overall substantially 1-shaped cross section. Decorative strip (40) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the trim strip profile (42) has an overall substantially T-shaped cross-section. Decorative strip (180) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the trim strip has a third, substantially U-shaped end profile (186) which is added to the trim strip profile (182) adjustable in height. Molded strip profile (60) according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the trim strip profile (62) has an overall substantially L-shaped cross-section. Molded strip profile (80; 100) according to one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the trim strip profile (82; 102) has a substantially H-shaped cross-sectional area, wherein the parallel and oppositely arranged legs (86, 88) of the Substantially H-shaped cross-sectional area are formed for receiving a plate member, in particular for receiving a glass or plastic disc. Decorative strip (100) according to claim 12, characterized in that extending in the extension of the transversely to the parallel legs (86, 88) extending leg (90) of the substantially h-shaped cross-sectional region of the trim strip profile (102) with openings (108). provided mounting leg (106) connects. A trim strip (260; 290) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that the trim strip profile (262; 292) has an overall substantially U-shaped cross section with two parallel legs (268, 270; 296, 298). and a connecting leg (272; 300) connecting them and extending at an angle (α) to the parallel legs other than 90 ° so that the connecting leg (272; 300) forms an inclined surface when installed Decorative strip (150; 260) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a third receiving profile (156; 266) provided with a passage opening (176; 280) and substantially L-shaped and having a passage opening (176; is provided, on which the trim strip (152, 262) is received adjustable in height. A trim strip (10; 40; 60; 80; 100; 120; 150; 180; 230; 260; 290) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the trim strip profile (12; 42; 62; 82; 102; 122; 152 ; 182; 232; 262; 292) and / or the retaining profile (14; 44; 64; 84; 104; 124; 154; 184; 234; 264; 294) and / or the end profile (186) and / or the receiving profile (156; 266) is produced as a strand part or in the roll forming process or as a bending profile / are. A trim strip (10; 40; 60; 80; 100; 120; 150; 180; 230; 260; 290) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the trim strip profile (12; 42; 62; 82; 102; 122; 152 ; 182; 232; 262; 292) and / or the retaining profile (14; 44; 64; 84; 104; 124; 154; 184; 234; 264; 294) and / or the end profile (186) and / or the receiving profile (156; 266) made of metal, in particular stainless steel, and / or made of plastic is / are.

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