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Posted: Wed May 04, 2005 5:33 pm
by wilsonr
Hi all,
Does anyone have any recommendations for a linear drain with the following properties:
- low profile i.e. as narrow and inconspicuous as possible
- built-in fall
- cost effective i.e. will receive almost no footfall so does not need to be heavy duty, etc
It is for my patio and I need approx. 3 metres in a straight run that I can connect into an underground drain system.
Best regards
Rod
Posted: Wed May 04, 2005 7:45 pm
by Tony McC
What you need is a slot drain - a form of linear channel that relies on a simple 8-10mm slot rather than a 100mm wide grating. However, these are nowhere near as cheap as "standard" linear channels.
Secondly, with only 3 linear metres required, there is absolutely no need for an in-built fall. You could install the drain "flat" and rely on the build-up of water within the channel to drive the drainage.
Finally, slot drains are typically used for pedestrian schemes in commercial areas and, occasionally, for low-speed, light-use car parks, so they are all Class B or above.
I think you're goiung to struggle to find anything that meets all of your requirements.
Posted: Thu May 05, 2005 11:21 am
by wilsonr
Thanks Tony,
I was originally thinking of laying it flat as you stated, but got distracted when I found there where types with a built-in fall!
Having thought about it a bit more, maybe 100mm width is acceptable, but it is a pity nobody does one at say 50mm.
Out of the standard 100mm linear drains, do you know which makes are the most cost-effective when all is needed is class A strength?
I am based on the Wirral and am looking for someone who supplies these drains ... any ideas?
Best regards
Rod
Posted: Fri May 06, 2005 10:56 am
by Tony McC
B&Q do a simple placky version complete with tinny grating for around a tenner a metre. The grating can't cope with owt heavier than a kid's bike, but for small patio projects, it's not too bad.
Posted: Wed May 11, 2005 5:10 pm
by wilsonr
Thanks Tony,
On your page http://www.pavingexpert.com/drain06.htm you show a picture of a white plastic 'economy' linear drain.
Do you remember what make this is as I would like a channel exactly like this so I could then purchase a more expensive and better looking grating to go on top.
Best regards
Rod
Posted: Sun May 29, 2005 1:02 pm
by Tony McC
From memory, that was a Marley drain and although I label it as "economy" it isn't the cheapest; it's just cheaper than a unit fabricated from polymer concrete. You will really struggle to find owt cheaper that the Recyfix drains sold by B&Q for atenner per metre.
Posted: Tue May 31, 2005 8:49 pm
by wilsonr
Hi Tony,
Many thanks for all your help on this.
Best regards
Rod