Wet Room Drain Covers

What Are Wet Room Drain Covers?

Wet room drain covers are simply what they sound like - panels which sit over the drains in your wet room or walk-in shower, providing a barrier between you and the water. As well as their functional properties, Wetroomstop's selection of drain covers also act as an aesthetic choice for your bathroom, coming in a wide range of designs to perfectly complement the rest of your space.

How Do Wet Room Drain Covers Work?

The primary function of a wet room drain cover or shower grate is to protect you from potential hazards which may be lurking beneath the surface of the water, such as tripping hazards and more. In addition to this, our drain covers also stop hair and other debris from clogging up your drainage system, keeping it running smoothly for longer.

The slope on the floor of your wetroom will force water towards to drain cover, ensuring it filters through the cover and into the drainage system.

What Are Drain Covers Typically Made Of?

The vast majority of Wetroomstop's drain covers are made of high-quality stainless steel, ensuring they won't rust or corrode over time. We also offer a number of different designs in PVC and ABS, both of which offer different benefits depending on your needs.

Why Are Wet Room Drain Covers Important?

Wet room drain covers are essential for any wet room or walk-in shower, providing a crucial barrier between you and the drainage system. In addition to their functional properties, our selection of drain covers also come in a wide range of designs, meaning you can perfectly complement the aesthetic of your bathroom with ease.

Can You Cover Wet Room Drains?

Yes, you can cover wet room drains. Wetroomstop offers a wide range of different wet room drain covers, perfect for any wet room or walk-in shower. Our selection of covers are made from high-quality materials, including stainless steel, PVC and ABS, meaning you can find the perfect cover for your needs.

Do Wet Room Drain Covers Come in Different Sizes?

Wetroomstop's selection of wet room drain covers come in a standardised size of 150 mm x 150 mm. These covers are compatible with a wide range of wet room trays, making them a simple, reliable solution for covering all manner of wet room drains in the UK.

Do You Need A Shower Drain Cover?

Yes, you do. Without a cover, your shower drain unit could be a potential tripping hazard, in addition to becoming more easily blocked if you drop anything in the wet room. Soap, hair and other debris can all cause serious blockages in your system. As such, your drain cover helps to protect both yourself and your system.

How Do You Cap Off A Shower Drain?

The best way to cap off either a shower drain or a wetroom drain is with a dedicated wet room drain cover. These stainless steel covers are positioned above the site of the drain, and lowered into place. They then sit flush, or slightly recessed, with the tray. This helps to protect your drainage system, yourself and your wet room as a whole.

What Are The Benefits Of Drain Covers For Wet Rooms?

There are many benefits which come with drain covers for wet rooms, including:

Protect You From Slips, Trips & Falls

Wet room drain covers protect you from potential hazards, such as tripping hazards and more. Whether you’re completely mobile, or you have restricted movement, exposed drains can be a serious hazard. 

Prevent Blockages

They also stop hair and other debris from clogging up your drainage system, keeping it running smoothly for longer.

Improve Your Wetroom's Design

Wet room drain covers come in a wide range of designs, perfect for complementing the aesthetic of your bathroom.

How Important Are Drain Covers For Wet Room Drainage?

Drain covers are extremely important for wet room drainage. Without a cover, your shower drain unit could be a potential tripping hazard, as well as becoming more easily blocked if you drop anything in the shower. Soap, hair and other debris can all cause serious blockages in your system, so a cover helps to protect both yourself and your drains from irritating and potentially costly problems.

How Easy Are Wet Room Drain Covers To Install?

Wet room drain covers are designed to be easy to install, and can be fitted in minutes. Wetroomstop's selection of covers come with full instructions, meaning you can have your new cover installed in almost no time at all.

For Reliable Covers For Wetroom Drains in the UK, Don't Hesitate to Get In Touch With Wetroomstop Today

Here at Wetroomstop, we're proud to be the leading provider of wetroom accessories, including drain covers, at an affordable price. Whether you're looking for covers designed to filter water entering your domestic drains, or you're looking for larger orders to meet an architectural or design project, we are here to help.

For more information on how our covers are designed and installed, don't hesitate to get in touch with our company sales team today. For larger orders, we may even be able to provide exclusive discounts, help with VAT and more. Whether you're looking for domestic or commercial numbers of reliable drain covers, don't hesitate to get in touch today.