{"product_id":"idp-0593-expansion-joint-aluminium-12mm-mill-finish-black-sponge-grey-glue-30515","title":"IDP-0593 EXPANSION JOINT [ALUMINIUM] [12MM] [MILL FINISH + BLACK SPONGE + GREY GLUE] - 30515","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 36px;\"\u003eBuilt to Move With Your Structure — Not Against It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAluminium expansion joint profiles\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for demanding commercial and industrial environments, the \u003cstrong\u003eIDP-0593\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e12mm mill finish expansion joint\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to absorb \u003cstrong\u003ethermal expansion, contraction, and structural movement\u003c\/strong\u003e across large tiled and concrete floor surfaces. Combining a \u003cstrong\u003epremium-grade extruded aluminium body\u003c\/strong\u003e with an integrated \u003cstrong\u003eblack sponge core\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003egrey adhesive sealant\u003c\/strong\u003e, this profile actively relieves mechanical stress, preventing surface cracking, tile tenting, and edge lifting in high-load environments. Each unit ships as a \u003cstrong\u003e2.5-metre length\u003c\/strong\u003e, ready for direct installation into the tile adhesive bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 24px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40%; vertical-align: top; padding: 16px; background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e9e9e9; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40%; vertical-align: top; padding: 16px; background-color: #000000; color: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e9e9e9; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.1em;\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40%; vertical-align: top; padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #e9e9e9; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium-grade \u003cstrong\u003eextruded aluminium\u003c\/strong\u003e body — resists bending, warping, and corrosion under heavy foot traffic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated \u003cstrong\u003eresilient black sponge core\u003c\/strong\u003e absorbs thermal expansion and structural movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrey adhesive sealant\u003c\/strong\u003e pre-applied for fast, reliable installation directly into the tile adhesive bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforated anchoring flanges\u003c\/strong\u003e provide strong mechanical bonding and long-term grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlush surface profile\u003c\/strong\u003e sits level with adjacent tiles — no trip hazard, easy maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40%; vertical-align: top; padding: 16px; border: 1px solid #e9e9e9; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge-area \u003cstrong\u003ecommercial mall\u003c\/strong\u003e and retail flooring joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial facilities\u003c\/strong\u003e and warehouses with heavy machinery traffic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-plan residential\u003c\/strong\u003e spaces with wide-span tiled floors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcrete and tiled surfaces subject to \u003cstrong\u003ethermal cycling\u003c\/strong\u003e and seismic movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 2; margin-top: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12mm joint width, 2500mm length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each IDP-0593 profile covers a full 2.5 metres per piece and accommodates a \u003cstrong\u003e12mm expansion gap\u003c\/strong\u003e — the ideal specification for medium-to-large commercial and industrial floor bays where thermal movement is greatest. The profile's net weight of just 0.1 kg per unit makes handling and on-site positioning straightforward without sacrificing structural rigidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtruded aluminium construction with industrial mill finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fabricated from \u003cstrong\u003eheavy-duty extruded aluminium\u003c\/strong\u003e, the profile delivers superior resistance to corrosion, surface deformation, and mechanical loading compared to PVC or composite alternatives. The \u003cstrong\u003euntreated mill finish\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a clean, neutral appearance that integrates seamlessly with industrial and commercial aesthetics — and can be painted or coated on-site if a specific finish is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStress-relieving black sponge core:\u003c\/strong\u003e The integrated \u003cstrong\u003eresilient black sponge insert\u003c\/strong\u003e acts as the active movement buffer, compressing and expanding as the substrate shifts due to temperature changes, live load deflection, or long-term settlement. This prevents the transmission of stress forces to tile edges and grout lines, dramatically reducing the risk of \u003cstrong\u003ecracking, tenting, and tile delamination\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrey adhesive sealant for secure bonding:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003epre-positioned grey adhesive sealant\u003c\/strong\u003e bonds the profile firmly into the tile adhesive bed during installation, eliminating the need for secondary fixing compounds. The grey colour is chosen to blend with standard cement-based adhesives and grouts, keeping the finished joint visually consistent and professional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerforated wide-base anchoring flanges:\u003c\/strong\u003e The profile's \u003cstrong\u003ewide perforated base flanges\u003c\/strong\u003e embed directly into the adhesive layer, creating a strong mechanical key that locks the joint in position under lateral pressure, impact loads, and foot traffic. This perforated design also allows adhesive to flow through the flange apertures for maximum pull-out resistance, ensuring the profile remains firmly anchored over the long term without the need for mechanical fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlush, trip-hazard-free surface integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered to sit perfectly flush with the surface of adjacent tiles, the IDP-0593 creates a \u003cstrong\u003esmooth, continuous floor plane\u003c\/strong\u003e that supports unrestricted trolley, forklift, and pedestrian traffic. The flush design also eliminates dirt and debris traps, simplifying routine cleaning and complying with safety requirements in public commercial spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"\u003eThe IDP-0593 Expansion Joint is supplied as \u003cstrong\u003eone piece per unit\u003c\/strong\u003e at 2.5 metres in length. It holds \u003cstrong\u003eCE certification\u003c\/strong\u003e in compliance with European construction product standards and meets the requirements applicable to architectural aluminium profiles used in commercial flooring applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- CSS Styles for the FAQ Section --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.faq-section-styled {\n  font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n  margin-top: 40px;\n}\n.faq-section-styled h2 {\n  font-size: 2em;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  color: #1C2228;\n  border-bottom: 2px solid #F4F4F4;\n  padding-bottom: 15px;\n  margin-bottom: 30px;\n}\n.faq-section-styled details {\n  background-color: #f9f9f9;\n  border: 1px solid #e9e9e9;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n  margin-bottom: 15px;\n  overflow: hidden;\n}\n.faq-section-styled summary {\n  display: flex;\n  justify-content: space-between;\n  align-items: center;\n  padding: 20px;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  font-size: 1.1em;\n  color: #1C2228;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  list-style: none;\n}\n.faq-section-styled summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n  display: none;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .question-title {\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .question-title::before {\n  content: '\\25B6';\n  margin-right: 15px;\n  font-size: 0.8em;\n  color: #1C2228;\n}\n.faq-section-styled summary::after {\n  content: '+';\n  font-size: 1.8em;\n  font-weight: 300;\n  color: #1C2228;\n  transition: transform 0.2s ease-in-out;\n}\n.faq-section-styled details[open] summary::after {\n  transform: rotate(45deg);\n}\n.faq-section-styled .faq-answer-content {\n  background-color: #FFFFFF;\n  padding: 20px 20px 20px 55px;\n  border-top: 1px solid #e9e9e9;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .faq-answer-content p {\n  margin: 0;\n  font-size: 1em;\n  line-height: 1.7;\n  color: #2E2E2E;\n  text-align: left;\n}\n.faq-section-styled .faq-answer-content p strong {\n    color: #1C2228;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section-styled\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral Purchase \u0026amp; Comparison Queries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eWhat makes the IDP-0593 different from a standard tile trim or edge profile?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a standard tile trim — which is primarily a decorative edge finisher — the \u003cstrong\u003eIDP-0593 is a functional expansion joint\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered to actively manage structural movement. It incorporates a \u003cstrong\u003eresilient black sponge core\u003c\/strong\u003e that compresses and recovers as the substrate expands and contracts, and a \u003cstrong\u003egrey adhesive sealant\u003c\/strong\u003e for bonding. A basic trim has no movement-absorption capability and will crack or debond under the same conditions where the IDP-0593 performs reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eIs 12mm the right joint width for my project?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e12mm expansion gap\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most common specification for medium-to-large commercial floor bays, including retail malls, warehouses, and open-plan areas exceeding 40–50 square metres. It accommodates the expected range of \u003cstrong\u003ethermal movement and structural deflection\u003c\/strong\u003e in these environments. For smaller residential rooms or narrower structural joints, a different width may be more appropriate — contact us with your floor area dimensions and substrate type for a recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eHow many pieces do I need for my project?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach IDP-0593 unit is \u003cstrong\u003e2500mm (2.5 metres) in length\u003c\/strong\u003e. To calculate your quantity, measure the total linear metres of expansion joints required across your floor plan and divide by 2.5. We recommend ordering \u003cstrong\u003e5–10% extra\u003c\/strong\u003e to account for cutting waste at corners and terminations. For large commercial projects, bulk pricing may be available — contact our sales team for a project quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct-Specific and Usage Queries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eHow is the IDP-0593 installed?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IDP-0593 is installed \u003cstrong\u003edirectly into the fresh tile adhesive bed\u003c\/strong\u003e before the tiles are laid on either side. Position the profile along the pre-planned expansion gap line with the \u003cstrong\u003eperforated anchoring flanges\u003c\/strong\u003e pressed firmly into the adhesive. The integrated \u003cstrong\u003egrey sealant\u003c\/strong\u003e bonds the profile in place as the adhesive cures. No mechanical fasteners are required. Ensure the top of the profile sits \u003cstrong\u003eflush with the finished tile surface\u003c\/strong\u003e by adjusting the adhesive bed depth accordingly before setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eCan this profile be used in wet areas such as bathrooms or pool surrounds?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ealuminium body\u003c\/strong\u003e of the IDP-0593 is inherently corrosion-resistant and suitable for damp environments. However, for fully wet or submerged applications — such as pool surrounds, wet rooms, or areas with continuous water exposure — we recommend verifying that the \u003cstrong\u003egrey adhesive sealant\u003c\/strong\u003e and black sponge core are compatible with your specific waterproofing system. A fully waterproof silicone-sealed expansion joint variant may be more appropriate for those applications. Contact us for guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eCan the mill finish aluminium be painted or anodised after installation?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003euntreated mill finish\u003c\/strong\u003e of the IDP-0593 is specifically chosen to provide maximum compatibility with on-site finishing. The bare aluminium surface can be \u003cstrong\u003eprimed and painted\u003c\/strong\u003e with a suitable metal primer and topcoat, or sent for \u003cstrong\u003epowder coating or anodising\u003c\/strong\u003e prior to installation if a specific colour match is required. Lightly abrade the surface with fine-grit sandpaper before applying any coating to ensure proper adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProblem\/Solution-Oriented Queries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eMy tiles are cracking near the centre of a large floor — will an expansion joint fix this?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCracking in the field of a large tiled floor is almost always caused by \u003cstrong\u003eunrelieved thermal or structural movement\u003c\/strong\u003e in the substrate — a problem the IDP-0593 is specifically engineered to solve. For new installations, incorporating expansion joints at regular intervals (typically every 4–6 metres in each direction) prevents stress from building up to the point of cracking. For existing cracked floors, the damaged tiles and grout must be removed, an expansion gap cut into the substrate, and the IDP-0593 installed before re-tiling. Simply re-grouting over cracks without installing an expansion joint will result in the same cracking recurring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eThe expansion joint in my floor is lifting or has come loose — what went wrong?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpansion joint debonding is most commonly caused by \u003cstrong\u003einsufficient adhesive coverage under the base flanges\u003c\/strong\u003e, installing the profile over a contaminated or dusty substrate, or using an adhesive with insufficient open time that had begun to skin before the profile was pressed in. The IDP-0593's \u003cstrong\u003ewide perforated anchoring flanges\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed to maximise bonding area — but they must be pressed firmly into \u003cstrong\u003efresh, coverage-rich adhesive\u003c\/strong\u003e for the mechanical key to form correctly. If the profile has lifted, remove it, clean the substrate, apply fresh adhesive, and re-set the profile ensuring full flange contact before the adhesive skins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"question-title\"\u003eCan I cut the IDP-0593 to a shorter length on site?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003ealuminium profile can be cut to any required length on site\u003c\/strong\u003e using a standard mitre saw, hacksaw, or angle grinder fitted with a metal-cutting blade. For clean, accurate cuts — particularly at 45-degree mitre joints at corners — a \u003cstrong\u003emitre saw with a fine-tooth aluminium blade\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended. Deburr the cut end with a fine file before installation to prevent sharp edges. The \u003cstrong\u003eblack sponge core\u003c\/strong\u003e can be trimmed cleanly with a sharp utility knife if it protrudes beyond the cut aluminium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ideal Power Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48882529075415,"sku":"30515","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/1962\/5687\/files\/IDP-0593_30515.jpg?v=1787210814","url":"https:\/\/www.idealpowertools.com\/products\/idp-0593-expansion-joint-aluminium-12mm-mill-finish-black-sponge-grey-glue-30515","provider":"Ideal Power Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}