Floor Drains for Bathrooms: Stainless and Tile-Insert Types, Sizes, Traps, Slope and Fitting
Floor drains carry water out of bathrooms, kitchens and utility areas, and a poor one leaves puddles, smells and slippery floors. Common types are stainless steel jaali drains in about 6 x 6 inch sizes, tile-insert drains that sit flush and linear drains for walk-in showers. The trap, the slope and the cover decide how well they work. This guide covers types, sizes, traps, fitting and indicative prices. For showers, see bathroom shower.
Types of floor drain
Choose by room and finish.
Sizes
6 x 6 inch covers are common, with larger sizes for showers. Check the outlet diameter and the pipe.
Traps and odour
A water trap or non-return valve blocks sewer smell and insects. Check that the trap is cleanable. Dry traps need water to be refilled.
Slope and tiles
Slope the floor about 1 in 50 to the drain and cut the tiles neatly around it. See bathroom floor tiles.
Fitting
Fit before tiling, waterproof around the flange and test with water. See bathroom design.
Indicative price ranges
Prices depend on material and type.
| Item | Unit | Scope | Supply | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floor drains, by type and size | Per piece or per set | Material and hardware, fitting quoted separately | Supply across Pakistan | Local PKR 800 – 2,500; imported / designer PKR 3,500 – 6,000 |
| Traps and fixing parts | As needed | Material and hardware, fitting quoted separately | Supply across Pakistan | Fitting PKR 2,500 – 8,000 per fixture |
Frequently Asked Questions
A stainless steel drain with a removable cover and a water trap suits most bathrooms. Tile-insert and linear drains suit modern showers. Check the outlet size. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
6 x 6 inch covers are common for bathrooms and kitchens. Walk-in showers may need larger or linear drains. Match the outlet to the pipe. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the supplier before ordering.
Use a trap or non-return valve and keep the water seal topped up. Clean the trap regularly and replace damaged seals. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the supplier before ordering.
Indicative ranges are about PKR 650 to 1,050 for stainless 6 x 6 inch drains and about PKR 1,800 to 1,900 for premium tile-insert types. If in doubt, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Yes, about 1 in 50 towards the drain. Waterproof the floor and test the fall before tiling. If in doubt, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Send the bathroom size, the items you want and a photo of the space on WhatsApp. We confirm what we can supply and reply with a written rate that lists every fitting, so you can compare quotes on the same scope.
More Bathroom Fittings Pages
Need floor drains?
Send the room size and a photo. We reply with a written rate.