Description
Overview
The Schluter KERDI trowel is sized for the thin mortar layer beneath KERDI waterproofing membrane. Its 1/8-inch square notches help distribute mortar before the sheet is embedded, making the tool choice clear for installers working with the membrane's fleece-backed surface.
Features
- 1/8 × 1/8 in. square-notch design.
- Designed specifically for KERDI membrane installation.
Specifications
- Tool type: Mortar trowel
- Notch dimensions: 1/8 × 1/8 in. (3 × 3 mm)
- Notch shape: Square
- Intended use: Bonding KERDI membrane
- Manufacturer part: TRL-KER
Downloads
Applications
Use to spread the specified thin-set mortar beneath KERDI on a suitable wall or floor substrate.
Plan Your Installation
- Select this 1/8-inch square-notch trowel for bonding KERDI sheet membrane.
- Prepare the mortar and substrate according to the KERDI installation detail and embed the sheet to achieve the required fleece contact.
- Treat tile-setting as a separate step with a trowel appropriate for the selected tile.
Common Planning Questions
Is the 1/8-inch measurement the finished mortar thickness?
It describes the trowel notch, not a guaranteed finished bed thickness after embedding.
Can I substitute the larger DITRA trowel automatically?
Use the notch specified for KERDI rather than choosing by tool appearance.
