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Shower Drain

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Width 5″Depth 5″Height 0.25″Shape rectangle

Overview

A square shower drain is a small point drain set into the shower floor, with the floor sloping toward it from all sides. It is the most common drain style for tiled showers and standard shower bases.

Sizing & placement

The grate is 5 inches by 5 inches and sits nearly flush at 0.25 inches tall. It is usually centered in the shower floor, or placed where the existing plumbing runs, with the floor sloped evenly toward it.

Where it works

Bathroom showers of any size; suits tiled floors in traditional, transitional, and modern styles.

Specifications

Width5 in
Depth5 in
Height0.25 in
Shaperectangle
Size classsmall
Room typesbathroom
Default color#D8DCE0

Configurable options

Frequently asked questions

How big is the shower drain?
The grate is 5 inches square and 0.25 inches tall.
Where should a square drain go?
Typically in the center of the shower floor, so it slopes evenly from every side, or wherever the drain line already runs.

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