Choosing the right drain for your project can be a complex and often overlooked decision. Drains set the foundation for many spaces, playing a critical role in performance by tying together the waterproofing system, floor slope, structural framing, and the design intent of the interior or exterior. While center drains have long been the standard, linear drains are gaining increasing attention for their minimalist design language and innovative engineering.
As a leader in the linear drain category, Infinity Drain® is redefining the narrative and positioning linear drains as a harmonious blend of form and function, making them an ideal solution for both interior and exterior projects.
There are many benefits to using a linear drain in your projects and Infinity Drain® has identified the top four reasons to choose one over a central drain:
1. Design Freedom and Flexibility
Linear drains can be installed where you need them – at the threshold, along the wall, or even as a sink drain. Central drains cause limitations in tile type and size due to their traditional four-way fall drainage. However, linear drains only slope one-way, making them ideal for use with large-format tile or natural stone. Infinity Drain® offers a wide selection of linear drains, along with extensive custom fabrication capabilities for bespoke solutions tailored to one’s specific needs and projects.
2. Barrier-Free Designs
Linear drains are the ideal solution for barrier-free showers without curbs, barriers, or thresholds. With their one-way drainage slope, linear drains allow for roll-in accessibility. Additionally, barrier-free drains naturally make the space feel larger, are easy to clean, and create an ergonomic design for an even, comfortable surface. All Infinity Drain® models are ADA-compliant and ASME A112.6.3 certified, making them an ideal solution for users of all ages and accessibilities.
3. Efficient Drainage
Linear drains make drainage easier and more consistent. Conventional central shower drains require the shower pan to be sloped toward the center for a four-way fall, causing limitations in tile installation. Linear drains are installed along the perimeter of the shower pan, allowing for a simpler, one-way drainage slope and flexibility in installation.
4. Hair Maintenance
While linear drains are sometimes criticized as cumbersome or complicated to clean, each Infinity Drain® linear drain includes a complimentary hair maintenance kit to simplify the cleaning process. Complete with easy-to-follow care and use instructions and a comfort coated lift-out key, the drain’s decorative grate can be removed, cleaned, or replaced with ease. The patent-pending cylindrical hair basket keeps the drain clog-free for longer.
