[jaketrades]

I have some really thin stock aluminum tiling profiles that I want to adhere together to form an outside corner.

The profiles are anodized aluminum.

The bond doesn't need to be super strong but I don't want it opening up.

What can I use? Would clear silicone work?

 

[roughneck]

How big are the mating surfaces of the 2 tiles?
If it’s very small, forming an outside joint could be very weak.

 

[huesmann]

If you can, use an angled backer, and JB Weld. Also, knowing what it is you're trying to do would be of immense help.

 

[jaketrades]

If you can, use an angled backer, and JB Weld. Also, knowing what it is you're trying to do would be of immense help.

Sorry for the terrible explanation. Here's the complete picture.

I am tiling a bathroom that has one outside corner and tile on both adjacent walls.

See pic #1

I bought some tile profiles that are edge only profiles to cap the unfinished edges of the tile. The only profiles that were in stock were not designed for outside corners. So I bought the edge profiles and figured I could make it work.

What I believe to be my two options at this point:

A. Glue the edge profiles together to create a nice square corner.

See pic #2

B. Place the edge profile on the adjacent wall. This will create an open "L" when viewed from above. Not as aesthetically pleasing, but easy to do.

See pic 3 & 4. #4 is sort of what my profile will look like.


If I go with option A, gluing them together, how long do I need to hold the JB well together by hand? After some point I suppose I could tape it off to allow it to finishing curing. What can I clean the excess glue off with?

Is there another type of glue I can use that will cure clear?

Mating surfaces are 1/2" at most.

 

[carpdad]

Maybe leave a gap matching the grout joint and finish with same grout or color match caulk? Filling the space behind the bead with same grout may help the joint stay put. Miter cutting will help with good looking joint. If miter cut, sand the sharp edge without ruining the finish surface.

 

[huesmann]

So both "ends" of the corner will have tile, with the same metal border? That's tricky...I'm not a huge fan of the L profile, but if you just need some clear adhesive what's wrong with clear silicone caulk?

Would something like this work for you?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Schlute...l-Bullnose-Tile-Edging-Trim-RO100AT/202608901

 

[carpdad]

Sorry about my slow memory. You can also cut the face and the flange into a miter and leave the top surface and bend it carefully. Often used with drywall beads.