Most shower drain failures are installation failures, not product failures. AERLO supplies drains designed to be installed correctly and quickly — with clear setting-out dimensions, height adjustment on site, and a waterproofing flange that works with standard membranes.
Designed for Site Conditions
- Height-adjustable frames — correct for tile thickness variance on site instead of forcing the tile to match the drain.
- Integrated sealing flange — the waterproofing membrane bonds directly to the drain body.
- Removable grates and accessible hair traps — cleaning without dismantling anything.
- Side and vertical outlet options — fit the drain to the pipework instead of rebuilding the pipework.
Installation Sequence
| Step | Key point |
|---|---|
| 1. Set out | Confirm drain position and check the outlet route before cutting anything |
| 2. Support | Fix a solid, non-moving base — especially on timber subfloors |
| 3. Fit drain body | Level to the finished tile line, not the screed |
| 4. Waterproof | Membrane continuous over the flange and up the wall |
| 5. Screed and fall | Single-plane fall to the drain channel |
| 6. Tile | Protect the grate; check flush finish along the full length |
| 7. Test | Water test before handover |
Common Installation Errors
- Drain set level to the screed, leaving the grate below or above the tile.
- Slope reduced to make the drain fit — water pools at the far end.
- Waterproofing stopped at the drain edge instead of continuing over the flange.
- Drain screwed directly to floorboards on timber subfloors.
- Grate scratched during tiling and cleaned aggressively afterwards.
Frequently Asked Questions
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