Flexible threshold between tiles. The joint between laminate and tile: how to arrange it correctly and beautifully. Nuts, without nut, profiles, compensators. With the use of thresholds

Now designers have a lot of new, original ideas for arranging the interior of the room. They combine many different materials, including floor coverings that have a variety of textures and structures. The most favorite combination option is tile and laminate. This is one of the acceptable ways of delimiting living quarters. Interior designers like to apply this method in any one room - in the kitchen, in the hallway, in the living room.

The combination of ceramic tiles with laminate divides the room into zones, visually enlarges it. Usually, tiles are applied to heavily polluted areas, and laminate to cleaner places. But how can you combine these two materials in a room? When joining these floor coverings, a gap is formed, which is not aesthetically pleasing. To cover it, they invented specially designed sills. They are used when the laminate and tiles are laid on the same surface, the height difference should not exceed 10 mm.

When joining laminate and tiles, a flexible threshold is used

Features of joining tiles with laminate

The separation boundary should be in harmony with the general atmosphere of the room and visually and geometrically not differ from the general background of the floor material. Therefore, they use such thresholds to decorate and fasten laminate and tile. Before starting work, be sure to imagine how the floor will look like in the end. It is important that when connecting, the coating is perfectly even, so that the threshold does not stick out, and no one stumbles on it, and the structure serves for a long time.

The main thing before flooring is to perfectly prepare the floor, to equip an even screed. The discrepancy between the tile and the laminate is leveled with a substrate laid under the laminated board. To make the seam even, the coating is cut using a pattern. A small distance must be left between the material so that the coating can expand freely - this will help to avoid deformation. First of all, we lay the tile, let it dry well, lay the laminate. If you do the opposite, then the board will deform due to the ingress of liquid under it. A competent combination of floor coverings will visually enlarge the room and make the atmosphere ultra-modern.

The threshold should harmoniously complement the overall picture of the floor

Assigning a threshold between tiles and laminate

The combination of laminated boards and ceramic tiles in modern interiors is increasingly used. These materials look great and are easy to care for. But here you will have to work hard to close the gaps. The boundary between floor coverings can be anywhere - on the threshold between the room and the corridor, the hallway and the kitchen, to separate the living room and kitchen in studio apartments. The gap in this case is decorated with a threshold. The first thing to notice when making a threshold between floor coverings is whether the height will be the same. If there is a difference, a curved joint will be needed, but it can be used as a decoration element.

An important reason for making a gap is to protect this place from dust and debris. Otherwise, at least, it will look ugly, as a maximum, the life of the floor covering will be significantly reduced. If you are making a joint at the border of two rooms, use a low threshold for installation, and if the gap is located between the hallway and the bathroom, install a high wooden threshold.

To join the laminate and tiles you need to use a flexible threshold

Junction options

Before you start making out the gap, you need to know what material the sills are made of. Nowadays, several methods are used to cover the joint with or without a threshold.

PVC threshold	Consists of a base and a decoration element. Mainly used for sealing curved joints.
Metal	Ideal for sealing straight joints, it is also possible for curved ones. A special coating is applied to the material, which increases resistance to various kinds of damage.
Aluminum	Perfect for sealing joints under doors. Covers seams and evens out imperfections. It can be of several types: with hidden and open fasteners, on an adhesive basis.
boxed	Possesses the increased sound insulation, protects from blowing. The best option for the bathroom. He has one minus - he is tall (3 cm), you can easily stumble on him. It is important to remember that the norm for the height of the threshold under the doors is 2 cm so that the air masses move freely.
T-shaped	Outwardly, it looks very beautiful, but the price equivalent is very high - from 600 rubles. per meter, suitable for sealing joints between parquet and tiles, has an adhesive base, and installation is carried out on it.
Suberic	The most common option, the seam between the laminate and the tile is perfectly even. It costs about 200 rubles. per linear meter, but in everyday life it causes problems - dirt is easily clogged there, which is very problematic to remove.
PVC transition	Covers major imperfections. First fix the fasteners, then mount the plug.

Thresholds are made from different materials

Types of thresholds for laminate and tiles

To date, the stores offer a wide range of materials for construction and decoration, you can purchase any sills that meet your requirements, including financial ones. They differ in many ways.

There are a lot of sills on the market, choosing the right one is not difficult.

Production material

Wooden - made from high-quality breeds and are very expensive. Outwardly, they look luxurious, suitable for many wooden surfaces, but it is extremely problematic to take care of us. They need to be polished from time to time, otherwise many flaws will be clearly visible.

Metal (moldings) - much cheaper, strong, have a long service life.

Plastic - cheap, elastic, can be used when making a joint of various floor coverings. A variety of colors, but they quickly become unusable, so they need to be changed often.

The most expensive and high quality thresholds are made of wood.

Laminated - their component is a dense fiberboard, texture paper is glued to the surface, a film is applied on top. Drawing can be under a stone, a tree, etc.

Rubber - made from strong artificial rubber or an aluminum profile that has pieces of rubber. Basically they have the shape of "L" and are mounted on the edge of the steps.

Cork - outwardly they look like a strip made of this material, or it is a wooden lath covered with a cork strip.

Combined - they are mounted between a movable and hard floor covering.

It is not difficult to choose a threshold by color and material

Type and structure

Straight lines - used to form a joint between separate sections of the coating, located on the same surface and having the same height.

Corner - are installed along the edges of the steps so as not to slip.

Transitional - suitable for the design of the joint between different coatings, where the unevenness is 1.8 cm.

Leveling.

Final - in their qualities they are similar to corner ones, they are used in the design of joints of coatings that differ in height.

The sills can be of any shape and material.

Installation method

Hidden - first, a lower bar is installed between the tile and the laminate, which is fixed on self-tapping screws or glued to the floor. Then a rail is installed on this bar and snapped into place.

Open - with this method, all fasteners remain in sight, but when the need arises, it can be easily disassembled and replaced. Metal sills are mainly used here, as they have holes for fasteners. Mounted quite simply.

Installation method may vary

Which is better to choose

There is no way to specifically answer this question, because the material is selected on the basis of certain conditions. To choose a threshold, you need to know what function it will perform and how to mount it. Situations are different - you may need lining, corners, maybe a special profile, or nothing but cork material will be needed.

If you choose a threshold from a particular material, it is important to know how often the floor element will be used. Wood and plastic sills are the most prone to wear and need to be replaced frequently. Metal products are not suitable for curved joints. In this case, you will not find a better option, like plastic sills to which rubber material is added. They must be heated, be flexible, take the necessary shape.

You need to select the threshold individually

Features of the installation of flexible sills

When planning an interior, designers can combine floor coverings, creating original patterns - snakes, paths, bends. Such gaps are difficult to disguise, but there are flexible sills that allow you to beautifully decorate a winding joint and not spoil the overall interior. With straight thresholds, the situation is simple, but with curvilinear ones you will have to tinker. Metal and wooden sills are not suitable for such work, as they are not flexible. There are two options for connecting tiles and laminate - using a cork insert or a complex plastic threshold.

It is easy to work with a cork, but you will have to carefully prepare before installation. Uneven cutting of these floor coverings may affect the quality of the work. In order for the joint to be smooth and have an attractive appearance, the gap between the laminate and the tile should not exceed 2 mm. The surfaces of the coating must be on the same level, the edge carefully aligned, sanded and adjusted to each other. According to experts, laminate is more difficult to process. This will take a lot of effort and time.

Each nut has its own installation method

The plastic threshold will also need to be curvilinear. They are commercially available, but have a slight bend. To fit it to the desired shape, it is first softened using a building hair dryer, you can simply lower it into hot water for 20 minutes, the temperature should be 70 degrees. After such procedures, it can be easily bent as you need. The threshold has two parts. The first is fixed to the floor along the joint line. On the side where the laminate is laid, it is imperative to leave a gap for the formation of an expansion joint - this will avoid deformation. The second part is attached to the first with clips.

Plastic threshold can be bent to desired shape

How to make a technological joint between tiles and laminate

No matter how beautiful the combination of laminate and tile looks, it is not so easy to realize it, but it is possible. To make a technological joint between these two coatings, there are several options.

Installing an elastic PVC threshold. The floor coverings are laid so that a small gap is formed between them, where the fixing profile should fit + another 0.5 cm for the expansion joint. In this gap, we make holes for the dowels with a puncher. Then we cut the profile to the desired length and fasten it to the screws. Before installation, we soften it - how to do this is described above. The nozzle is placed in the installed profile, then it snaps into place.
Installing a flexible metal threshold. First you need to measure what will be the thickness of the tile and laminate together with the substrate and adhesive. The data must be the same. The profile is shaped by hand. Cut off the required length. Its installation is carried out in parallel with the tile flooring. The profile is held together by ceramic adhesive and a wooden surface substrate.
Installation of an aluminum threshold. Installation is carried out according to several points: the length of the nut is determined by the width of the doorway, then markings are made for the holes, we make them, mount the threshold and fix it with self-tapping screws.
Adhesive threshold installation. All work is done fairly quickly. We apply a threshold to the junction, draw the borders with a pencil. Then we remove the protective film and fix it along certain boundaries, press it to the base and hold it for several minutes.
Installation of cork compensator. First of all, we measure the width, length and depth of the gap, select the material according to the data obtained. We mount the compensator in the following way: the height of the floor covering should be the same size, the distance between the laminate and the tile should be 1 cm, the edges should be very even and well polished, we apply sealant to the base between the coating, mount the cork and press it. Cut off the excess, grind the edge.

At the junction of laminate and tiles, it is better to use thresholds

Docking laminate and tiles without a threshold

You can make a joint without a threshold. Here you need to apply all the professionalism and skill. The floor covering should not have any irregularities and drops, if they are, then no more than 1-2 mm. The edges are smooth and polished. After the coatings are laid, the gap is filled with a special polymer composition. It has a long service life and does not lose its properties for many years.

Video: Setting different types of thresholds

Today, there are no problems with the acquisition of a rigid or flexible threshold between laminate and tile. These accessories are presented by modern manufacturers in a wide range.

What are sills
What material is used to make and
How to install them yourself.

What to use to hide the gap at the junction of ceramic and laminate

Modern trends in the implementation of repairs in the interior suggest the division of the premises into target zones.

For example, when dividing the kitchen into two zones, where the working area is lined with tiles, and the dining area is lined with laminate.

Often docking is necessary between the corridor and the rooms leaving it. The connection of corridor tiles and laminate is made in the doorway.

To make the delimitation of zones obvious, when facing the floor of adjacent parts, different building materials are used. This requires the installation of a threshold between the laminate and the tile.

A joint is formed between the laminated coating and ceramics, which spoils the whole look of the floor. Hide the transition, and make it smooth does not work.

The most effective way to hide the gap is to install a special threshold between the tile and the laminate. In addition, this accessory will allow you to smooth out the difference in height between two adjacent materials and will allow you to worry less about what color to choose a laminate.

The sill is ideal when two types of flooring do not join evenly, or if there is a difference in height between them. The advantage of plastic thresholds is that it can be matched to the shade of the laminate or tile. The threshold will hide all the flaws and make the transition smooth and neat.

Useful information! Before joining tiles and laminate, it is necessary to clearly imagine the final result. Depending on how well the docking is performed, the life of the floor will depend.

Threshold types

The material from which modern thresholds are made: plastic, wood and aluminum. The texture of the nut can accurately imitate wood, stone or precious metals.

Main characteristics of each type:

Aluminum accessories differ in durability and wear resistance. They do not wear out and do not burst under the influence of mechanical loads;
Powders made of plastic equipped with a rubber gasket, which will ensure its snug fit to the surface of the coating;
Wooden accessories not flexible enough, and tend to dry out, so it is rarely used.

Types depending on the configuration

Thresholds between laminate and tile come in two configurations - curved and straight. The first type is great for interior design equipment. The second type is optimal for finishing a straight joint.

Thresholds of a curvilinear configuration are a joint profile for laminate and tile, which is able to bend, taking into account the minimum radius.

Attention! Wooden thresholds are not able to bend, therefore, plastic modifications are used for designer repairs.

Modern thresholds for tiles and laminate are made in a collapsible and solid form. Collapsible configurations consist of removable linings and fasteners. Fastener elements are installed on the floor base, on which removable linings are mounted.

The one-piece configuration of the threshold is a bar that is cut to the desired size, inserted into the gap and fixed with self-tapping screws.

Classification by connection type

Thresholds for tiles and laminate are divided into several modifications, depending on the type of connection. From them, you can choose the option that is most suitable for a particular room.

Threshold modifications are as follows:

Metal accessories with through fasteners. This is a strip that covers the edges and the joint, pressed against the surface of adjacent coatings. Laying the threshold on the laminate is carried out using through self-tapping screws, the head of which is hidden in a special concave recess.

The main advantage of such a threshold- ease of installation and reliability of fastening. In addition, such a bar is able to hide a small difference in the height of adjacent coatings. In order for the plank to fit as tightly as possible to the coating, silicone sealant is applied to its inside.

Docking H-shaped bar, outwardly similar to the letter H, lying on its side. Mounting such an accessory is much more difficult, and appropriate experience is required to complete it.

Installation technology includes:

The lower part of the accessory goes under the laminating planks;
On the other hand, ceramic tiles are inserted into the groove of the lower part;
The gap resulting from the ceramic side is filled with grout, and from the laminated side - with acrylic or silicone sealants.

Docking H-shaped bar (collapsible) is an uncommon type of thresholds, which ensures efficiency and ease of installation work.

The design of the product consists of: two strips with a T-shaped profile. The laid strips along the joint line of both coatings are connected into a single whole. At the end of the installation, a decorative overlay is snapped on top, which covers the joint line.

Mounting technology

The procedure for laying a metal threshold is quite simple:

Measure the length of the gap at the junction;
Measure the resulting distance on the selected bar;
Attach the threshold to the gap and mark the places where the holes will be located;
Take a puncher, the drill of which must match the size of the screw seal included in the threshold kit;
Drill holes;
Drive seals into them;
We lay the threshold and fasten it with screws.

Attention! If there is no drill of the required size, you can use a larger drill, then instead of seals, you must use homemade wood chopsticks.

There is another, less reliable, but more aesthetic way of laying - a hidden mount. This requires a plastic bar that does not have through holes.

The desired size is cut off, and attached to a special glue. The most durable and reliable fixation will provide the use of liquid nails.

A threshold between a laminate and a tile is made when two different materials are used at once for finishing the floor. The joints of the coatings must be properly designed - this will ensure maximum aesthetics and durability. Most often, tile and laminate are used together. Nuts are made from different materials, the most popular options are metal or flexible. Probable profile shapes are T, G and N. There are hidden and open mounting options, each solves certain problems.

Features of the threshold between laminate and tile

Taking into account the design intent, the areas of joining floor coverings can have various shapes, be located in certain parts of the room. For aesthetic reasons, they are often hidden under interior doors in the areas where two rooms meet. This option is the easiest to perform, it is designed as a threshold.

There is a scheme, according to which the junction lines give a complex shape or a significant length, which is then used for zoning. It is desirable to use a joint without a threshold.

Important! The threshold for the junction of tiles and laminate smoothes out the differences, since the materials have different thicknesses and certain installation features.

An important feature that must be taken into account when arranging the nut is the different mechanical and physical properties of the materials. Laminate flooring can increase in volume in the event of fluctuations in humidity and temperature, such changes are not typical for tiles. To avoid deformations and other problems, a small gap is left between the materials when laying.

Laminate is hygroscopic, so its joint with the tile must be treated with a special composition - sealant. For the same reason, ceramic cladding is made. So that the rubber threshold between the tile and the laminate lies for a long time and does not deform, the materials are cut before its installation. When the seam line is straight, there is no problem, no adjustment is made. If the joints are with bends, fitting is required. All the necessary cuts are made for her, the tool is a manual or electric jigsaw.

Joints between different floor materials in interior design must be properly closed

Types of thresholds for laminate and tiles

On sale are different inserts between tiles and laminate. Each species has its own characteristics and physical characteristics.

Aesthetics and functionality - that's what provides the right joint

Flexible threshold for laminate and tiles

The soft threshold for the transition of laminate to tiles comes with adhesive on the back. It is easy to install, but not the most durable. Procedure:

Unpack the product, measure a fragment of a given length, cut it off.
Mark the area for the nut, draw a contour - this will allow you to fix it exactly in the central part of the joint.
Cut a strip of paper down the center.
Carefully remove the protection, glue the threshold to the base again.

You need to remove the paper before sticking the threshold.

Flexible solutions provide some room for action

Multi-level threshold between tiles and laminate

Such a profile for joining tiles and laminate is used to create curved joints. Each individual part has a bar-shaped protection, a base. The allowable difference in height is within 0.9 mm.

Mounting order:

On the basis, a connecting seam is planned.
A seam is created and the tile is fixed to exactly repeat the contour of the first line.
They lay the basis of a flexible finished profile along the extreme parts of the tiles, fix it with self-tapping screws. If there is a need to use dowels, the work will become more complicated. In this case, holes are first made, plastic parts are then inserted into them, and the base is fixed.

Laminate must be laid exactly following the course of the connecting lines. The extreme parts of the coatings are treated with a pre-prepared sealant - this is a mandatory requirement. Upon completion of the work, the cover (or lining) is returned to its place. You will have to make a certain effort, tapping the joint with a mallet or pressing down on the structure with your palm.

Differences between materials are acceptable, but they should not be more than a centimeter

Hidden threshold between tiles and laminate

A hidden connecting threshold for laminate and tiles in the form of the letter H is arranged according to the following scheme:

The bar is carefully turned to the side, then inserted under the near crusts so that the laminate enters one groove of the nut and the tile enters the other. So the transition will come out neat and functional.
The seam in the area of \u200b\u200bthe tile is sealed with a grout, a sealant is used under the laminate.

As a result, one side of the letter “H” is held by a hook from the bottom of the coating, the upper part is laid on top of the flooring like a metal threshold of a simple design.

Mounting thresholds is simple, the task can be done by hand

T-sill between tiles and laminate

Profile for connecting tiles and laminate in the form of the letter T - the best option for arranging a straight or curved joint. The plasticity of the metal, the special shape of the edge allow you to bend the product exactly as you need it.

Important! Another popular type of nut is in the form of the letter G. The differences from the T-shaped are insignificant.

Work procedure:

Calculate the laying height of floor materials (both). It is necessary that it matches, otherwise the decorative layer will come out sloppy.
Mark the seam area in the base area, measure, then cut off the profile, bend it, if necessary, compare the results with the joint.
Lay the tiles, lay the threshold in the joint area. Mounting plates must be under the lining.
Start laying the laminate, driving it to the side of the threshold.

Be sure to plan for clearance. It will be easiest to fix masking tape on the edges of the laminate, then assemble the common threshold, hide it under the threshold, taking into account the markings.

Normally, with careful work, the joint is actually not visible

Metal threshold between tiles and laminate

Transitional thresholds between laminate and metal tiles are suitable only for straight joints, there are no restrictions in terms of the levels of coatings. Suitable for decorating materials in the door area. Colors, textures, height, width of elements can be different.

Way of work:

Calculate the length of the nut, trim the part.
At the joints, mark the points at which holes for the fasteners will then be made.
Drill holes, install inserts in them.
Fasten the threshold to the screws, proceed carefully so as not to bend the parts.
For a screwdriver, torsion should be small.

In order to prevent dust and debris from getting under the thresholds, the edges of the latter are treated with sealants before laying.

Proper work is the key to the durability of the finished coating

What is the best threshold between tiles and laminate

Docking thresholds for tiles and laminate are on sale different, in order to choose the best option, you need to decide why exactly it is needed. The main options are masking different levels, zoning, protection from damage, and so on.

Important! Thresholds emphasize or hide the joints between different materials - it depends on the design idea.

When choosing, the following parameters are also taken into account:

Seam configurations - any thresholds are suitable for straight joints, for curved joints only flexible plastic, metal. The depth of the joint also plays a role - for a small part, they take parts with internal flat parts, they are attached directly to the seam. In this case, the best solution would be a self-adhesive threshold for laminate and tiles.
The materials of manufacture, they can be different, most often plastic and metal are used, less often wood.
Fixing methods - open or closed. For an open one, self-tapping screws are taken, the caps of which will be in plain sight. For hidden use decorative overlays.

Be sure to consider the dimensions of the products.

Nuts can hide differences or emphasize joints

How to install a threshold between tiles and laminate

The plinth between the laminate and the tile is installed according to the instructions:

It is necessary to determine the type of joining materials before laying the screed, so that in the future the levels will be the same.
For laying on a finished screed, height differences are removed using glue for mounting tiles.
To mask a joint with a significant difference, multi-level profiles are used.
If the materials are laid in a floating way, iron thresholds are taken in the form of the letter T. When the area is small, both coatings are rigidly fixed in the joint area. Expansion gaps are allowed strictly under skirting boards.
The sills can optionally be matched to the shade of the flooring.
For trimming, you should use high-quality high-precision equipment, if necessary, you should contact professionals for help.

Site configuration is not important. The accuracy of the connection depends on the technology of the work, and not the type of substrate.

Important! It is difficult to make joints of complex configurations; professional help is needed.

It looks like an unformed joint

Joining tiles and laminate without a threshold

Without sills, joints are also made out. The main ways to do this are:

Interstitial grout. The option is affordable and easy to implement. It is used during installation, as it is completed. The gap between the materials is filled with a special grout of tile joints, the height differences between the coatings should be insignificant (or better not at all). Then, on the basis, the joint line is marked, the tiles are laid taking into account it. The laminate is cut, silicone is passed along the edges. The seam is filled with the prepared composition, the sealant is waiting for it to dry, the grout is placed on top and leveled.
Cork compensator. An exact strip of cork (compensator) is placed between the materials inside the gap. The method is suitable for straight or bent joints. It is desirable that the coatings have an equal height, otherwise the joint will come out unaesthetic. For work, use a compensator, the top of which is finished with a protective varnish composition. Standard length expansion joints are only suitable for processing straight joints in the door area. In other situations, their length is small, which makes it necessary to splice parts, order large elements. When carrying out work according to the scheme, one type of coating is first made, usually tiles, the edges are polished, irregularities, dirt, dust are eliminated, a compensator is put on, if the coatings and parts have different heights, the cork is cut. The compensator is glued, pressed tightly to the edges, then bent a little, sealant is applied, pressed back.
Cork sealant. Work on creating a joint is similar to grouting, the seams are filled with a hermetic cork compound with crumbs. After complete solidification, an elastic good joint will come out. The advantage of the method is that it is not necessary to go through the edges separately with a sealant, the cork already has the necessary properties. There is only one drawback - the seam dries out, turns brown. Cork sealant goes on sale in tubes. It is inserted into the gun, then distributed over the surface. If this approach is inconvenient for some reason, the sealant is laid out in a container with a spatula. Over time, the composition is destroyed, it will need to be updated.

If you do the work according to the scheme, the joints will come out no less reliable than the threshold ones. When choosing the best option, one should take into account the features of materials, design, and other parameters of a particular object.

Bends at the point of contact of two floor coverings look beautiful in design projects and in the photo, but it is very difficult to make them in real life. In this tutorial, we will look at how to make a technological junction of tiles and laminate on straight and winding sections.

Most often, the joining of laminate and tiles has to be done in the following cases:

In the hallway and in the kitchen - in order not to spoil the laminate from moisture and increase the wear resistance of the coating;
For zoning a room;
Under the doorway.

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Junction options

There are several ways to make a technological joining of laminate and tiles:

Flexible PVC Profile- suitable for any curved bends. Consists of a base and a decorative nozzle.

Flexible metal profile- most often used on curved sections, but it can also be used on straight seams. They are powder coated for durability.

Aluminum nut- best suited for mounting on a joint under the door leaf. It allows you to hide not only the expansion joint, but also to level the height differences. Some models are powder coated. There are several types of sills:
- Thresholds with holes for self-tapping screws - standard;
- With a hidden mount - look more beautiful;
- Self-adhesive - the easiest installation.
box threshold- it is installed to increase sound insulation, get rid of drafts and to protect against water leakage from the bathroom in the event of a flood. But doing this option is categorically not recommended: you will hardly notice much difference, but you will constantly stumble about the threshold 3 cm high.

According to the "Manual for the design of autonomous engineering systems of single-family and block-built residential buildings" (section Ventilation, paragraph 4.84), there must be a gap of at least 2 cm under the interior doors for air to flow.

Solid T-Profile- a beautiful, but expensive pleasure for decorating straight seams. The cost can start from 600 rubles per linear meter. It is usually used to decorate the junction of parquet with tiles. Installed with glue.

- a good option if you want to get a smooth join between laminate and tiles without a threshold. Laminate and tiles should be cut as evenly as possible, and a special cork sealant is inserted into the expansion joint. It costs about 200 rubles for 90 cm. This option has an obvious disadvantage - over time, dirt will get inside the cracks, which will need to be cleaned.

PVC transition profile- allows you to accurately draw a large height difference between the two coatings. First, a mounting profile is installed, and a plug is attached to it.

Mounting methods

Let's take a closer look at the installation features of each option.

Cutting tiles and laminate

When the seams between the two materials are straight, there are no problems with their adjustment, but it is difficult to trim the sinuous sections. To do this, you will need to make a template from improvised material (cardboard, polystyrene foam, etc.), according to which to mark the future joint.

A curved cut on a laminate is done using a manual or electric jigsaw.
Tiles can be cut to bends of any shape with a grinder with a diamond disc on a tile, or manually with a jigsaw / hacksaw with a diamond string. You can also drill as many holes as possible along the cut line, and break off the excess with wire cutters.

Installation of a flexible PVC profile

Installation instructions for flexible PVC profile

After laying tiles and laminate, there should be a gap, the thickness of which will allow you to install the fixing profile and leave a temperature gap of 5 mm next to the laminate.
Using a perforator, we drill holes for dowels in the expansion joint. If you have a warm floor passing through the seam, then you can use liquid nails for installation, but it is better to exclude such cases at the design stage.
We cut off the required length of the profile with a knife / hacksaw / jigsaw.
We fasten the fixing profile to the base with self-tapping screws.
Before laying the decorative flexible profile, you need to soften it. To do this, it is placed in warm water (50-70 degrees) for 15-20 minutes.
The decorative cap is inserted into the mounting profile and snapped into place.

Installation of a flexible metal profile

Installation of aluminum sill

A regular nut with holes is installed as follows:

Cut the sill to the width of the doorway.
Mark the drilling points at the junction.
Drill holes, insert dowels and fasten the threshold to the screws on top.
To screw in the screws, use a screwdriver or a screwdriver with minimal torque, otherwise the nut will bend.

An important nuance: the measurement is done taking into account the casing, and not just between the two extreme points of the box. Then the nut is trimmed under the trim to avoid gaps.

Proper pruning

If the nut has a hidden mount:

Holes are marked on the base.
A self-tapping screw with a dowel is inserted into the groove on the wrong side of the nut.
Holes are made in the floor.
The threshold with dowels on is inserted into the holes and hammered to the end. In order not to damage it, strike it through the block spacer.

The standard fastening has a significant drawback: the BM 6x40 dowel has a large gap between the cap and the threshold arch, so it will not be installed securely. To avoid this, it is better to take dowels 8x60 and grind off the hat on both sides for a snug fit.

To remove the backlash - take a larger dowel and file the hat

The easiest way is to put a threshold with a self-adhesive base:

Mark the contour of the sill on the floor covering to glue it evenly in the center of the joint.
Remove the protective film from the self-adhesive base and stick it on.

Conclusion

From a practical point of view, the appearance of additional thresholds at the junction is not very convenient - the floor becomes more difficult to wash and you can stumble on it.

Also keep in mind that the laminate must be laid in a floating way, so do not use sealants, grout or foam to fill the joints.

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