In modern wet rooms, you can increasingly often find solutions without a shower tray. This option combines functionality and elegant design. It is easier to use—also by the elderly and disabled. However, in order for a wet room designed in this way to function efficiently and effectively, it is necessary to install a square shower drain in such an open shower area. It ensures durability, comfort and safety of use. What are the key aspects related to the selection and installation of such square shower drains?
- Buying a square shower drain—what should be included in the set?
- Step by step installation of square shower drains
Buying a square shower drain—what should be included in the set?
A complete set of square shower drain should consist of components that allow for effective water drainage, durability of the entire installation and increase the comfort and convenience of installation. Thanks to this, the customer does not have to worry about the need to buy additional accessories and additions to complete the entire set.
Square shower drains should consist of a top cover and a plastic adjustable siphon. Depending on your needs, you can decide to buy a drain with an interesting or classic design, also a drain grate in one of the popular sizes. Most often, these are sizes such as 100x100mm, 120x120mm, 150x150mm, 122x122mm.
You should also make sure that the specific solution will be compatible and can be installed on a specific floor, e.g. concrete, wooden, tiled or floor covered with tiles.
To sum up, the set that is worth ordering should include: a square shower drain, a drainage grid, a waste trap and small elements, as well as accessories that facilitate the installation and use of the drain.
When choosing, it is worth paying attention to whether the products are high quality. The premium range of square shower drains allows for quick installation. However, it is important to remember to read the installation instructions before starting work.
Step by step installation of square shower drains
The best way to understand step by step how to properly install is to use an example. One product that is very popular on the market due to its functionality and quality is the Wiper WP100 square gully.
Determining the height of the square shower drain
This particular model is made of high-quality stainless steel, with a polypropylene siphon, the possibility of adjusting and rotating the pipe by 360 degrees. This model is 100% adapted to tiles, which are most often found in bathrooms. It is also ideal for wooden, concrete and mosaic floors.
The first step is to mark the height of the floor. You should also take into account the slope, which is necessary for the water to flow into the drain and not cause stagnation on the floor.
Connection to the sewage system
The second step is to connect the square shower drain to the sewage system. Then, you need to set the height of the drain, which is done with the adjustable legs included in the set. They are usually an additional paid component that many people choose. You don’t need to put various materials under it to set the drain at the optimal height. The top of the frame should be about 1 mm below the floor.
Application of screed and insulating foil
To stabilise the entire structure and keep it at the desired level, the space around the component must be filled with screed or another product that will stabilise the flange of a square shower drain.
To ensure that the entire installation will not leak, cover the component flange and the space around it with special insulating foil and then leave to dry. This is a special product in liquid form that reaches every crack and ensures complete tightness of the installation.
Sealing membrane
Before the foil dries, an additional sealing membrane should be placed on it. This will increase the waterproofing and prevent water from getting into the floor layers. Additionally, it will protect the bathroom from moisture, damage, mould, which can be caused by contact between the floor and water in wetrooms.
Second layer of insulating foil
Then apply the second layer of insulating foil. It should cover the applied sealing membrane, as well as the entire shower area.
The last step—tiling the floor
The last stage of installation is to wait until the insulating foil is completely dry. Then you can start laying the tiles. The space between the tiles and the square shower drain should be sealed again with sanitary silicone. You can decide to choose a colour that will match the tiles and create an aesthetically coherent and harmonious whole.
Correct installation of square shower drain is crucial. It is necessary to take care of the durability of the entire installation, starting from the selection of appropriate components, ending with the use of appropriate waterproofing solutions. Following the instructions, you will create an aesthetic and functional drain in your wetroom, which will serve for many years without the need to replace it and with the possibility of effective cleaning.
