Pros of The Long Channel Drain

• Ideal for a high degree of drainage without barriers such as hobs or screens
• Can be installed in multiple locations
• Has a wow factor look
• Allows for better fall in shower area
• Most often comes in stainless steel which is a high-quality finish

Cons of the strip drain 

• Often requires high preparation in the floor to install
• Harder to clean as it has more ridges and compartments
• Most costly to purchase in comparison to normal drains ranging from $100 to $400 (Perth, Western Australia Prices)
• Can over time becomes swollen and not easy to take out

What is the best strip drain for your bathroom? 

So by far the best strip drain brand for bathrooms in Australia is Lauxes Grates personally for me with unbeatable quality and price. 

Below are some of the top reasons to pick Lauxes Grates for your next bathroom renovation 

• Rustproof
• Easily removable grates for cleaning
• Can be cut down for adjustable sizes which is hugely important 
• Come in amazing sets of finishes including the new brushed brass long shower drain you will not get anywhere else. 

What are long shower drains called?

A long shower drain is called a strip drain or channel drain depending on where you are located in the world but in Australia we call them to channel grates. 

Long shower drains can also be called linear drains but try not to stress about it as any professional will know. 

Is a linear drain a good idea?

Let’s face it if you are asking is a linear drain a good idea you might be having second throughs but linear drains are the best for small bathrooms.

The reason you really want a linear drain and why the linear drain is a good idea comes down to the allowance for you to have bigger tiles in your bathroom without having flooding occur. 

Where should a long shower drain be placed in a shower?

The key aspect of where should a long shower drain be placed in the shower comes down to your tiler but my preference is always under the shower head at the base of the wall.

Our tiler prefers under the shower head which is often running parallel with the shower screen so we can suitably split the shower and outside floors allowing for maximum drainage. 

Furthermore honestly though what your tiler/plumber prefers to do and that’s important in all this. 

Below is an example of where I think you should have a channel shower drain placed in your shower area. 

Final Last Tip – Do not and I say do not lose the hook tool that comes with them as it is the best thing to remove the grate.

To summarise shower strip drains are a fantastic addition to a bathroom that requires a high degree of drainage.

It’s best to use them in wet rooms or walk-in showers when you often have large tiles and require maximum fall to one centre.

Additionally, long shower strip drains are perfect for frameless open showers or fully frameless shower setups.

They do have problems over time with taking them out to clean but technology has got a lot better with long drains.

Overall please note that all our advice is general in nature and always listen to your local tradesman

If you are looking for a bathroom renovation quote and live in Perth, Western Australia just email us at smallbathroomrenovations@gmail.com

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