Tile edge trim finishes and protects the exposed edge of a tile installation. It sets into the thinset alongside the tile, covers the raw cut edge, and gives the run a clean termination where it meets a wall, a countertop, a doorway or another surface.
TrimMaster manufactures tile edging in aluminum and rigid PVC across five profiles — bullnose, L-shaped, square, T-shaped and reducer — in heights from 5/16 inch to 1 inch, in 98-1/2 inch and 120 inch lengths. Every aluminum profile includes our patented Straight Edge Grout Line, which holds a consistent grout space against the tile without spacers.
| Profile | Edge it creates | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Bullnose | Rounded outer corner | Countertop edges, wall corners, backsplash returns, shower niches |
| L-Shaped | Square, low-profile edge | Floor-to-wall terminations, transitions to a lower surface, curved edges |
| Square | Crisp 90° edge | Contemporary backsplashes, wall ends, exterior wall corners |
| T-Shaped | Flush cap over a joint | Where two tiled surfaces meet at the same height |
| Reducer | Sloped taper to zero | Tile terminating against a lower floor covering |
Choosing a size: match the trim height to your tile thickness. A 3/8 inch profile suits 3/8 inch (9.5mm) tile. If your tile falls between sizes, size up — trim that sits proud is easier to live with than trim your tile overhangs.
Tile Edging Aluminum or PVC?
Aluminum is the durable choice and the bulk of our range. Powder-coated and anodized finishes hold up to traffic, moisture and cleaning without fading or corroding, and the metal resists the impact that chips an unprotected tile corner. Use it anywhere the edge gets touched, walked on or cleaned regularly.
Rigid PVC costs less, cuts more easily and suits lower-traffic decorative work. It can also be painted with a bonding primer and quality acrylic latex if you need a colour we don’t stock.
One compatibility note worth knowing before you order: our bullnose and square corner pieces are made to pair with the matching aluminum profiles. They will not fit PVC trim, and a square edge cannot be joined to a bullnose.
Corners
Bullnose and square profiles have matching inside and outside corner pieces, sold in two-packs, so you can turn a corner without cutting a mitre.
L-Shaped profiles have no corner pieces. Turn those corners with a mitre cut — a mitre saw fitted with a non-ferrous metal blade gives the cleanest result. The same applies to our bullnose step trim.
Finishes
Current finishes include Satin Silver, Polished Chrome, Matte Black, Satin Gold, Stone Gray, White, Champagne, Mineral Bronze and Clear Anodized. Availability varies by profile and size — the square profile, for example, is not currently offered in black. [VERIFY: confirm this finish list is complete and current before publishing.]
Finish is where most people over-think the decision. Silver and chrome disappear against most tile. Matte black and gold read as deliberate design choices. If you’re matching fixtures, order a sample first — screen colour is not a reliable guide.
Indoor and outdoor
Powder-coated aluminum profiles are specified for interior use. Clear anodized aluminum is suitable for both interior and exterior applications. If your project is exposed to weather, check the finish before you order.
Warranty
Every TrimMaster tile edging profile carries a 10-year wear and finish warranty.
Tile edge trim finishes and protects an exposed tile edge. It’s set into the thinset alongside the tile so the raw cut edge is covered, the corner is protected from chipping, and the run terminates cleanly against a wall, countertop or adjoining surface.
Match the trim height to your tile thickness. A 3/8 inch profile suits 3/8 inch (9.5mm) tile. If your tile sits between two sizes, choose the larger one — trim that stands slightly proud looks intentional, while tile overhanging the trim does not
No. Every aluminum profile includes a patented Straight Edge Grout Line that holds a consistent grout space between the trim and the tile, so no separate spacers are required.
No. Corner pieces are profile-specific — a square edge cannot be joined to a bullnose. Bullnose and square profiles each have their own matching inside and outside corners, and our corner pieces fit the aluminum profiles rather than the PVC ones.
No. L-Shaped profiles are mitred at corners rather than joined with a corner piece. Use a mitre saw with a non-ferrous metal blade for a clean cut.