Bathroom Guides

What Is a Shallow Seal Trap?
Shallow seal traps are the usual choice under baths, where space is tight. Here is what they are, how they compare with deep seal traps and how to look after one. Read more...
How Bath Wastes and Overflows Work
Your bath relies on a waste and an overflow working together. Here is how they work, the main types and what to check before you replace them. Read more...
Bottle Trap vs P Trap: The Differences Explained
Bottle traps and P traps both keep drain smells out, but they look and fit differently. Here is how to choose the right one for your basin. Read more...
Slotted vs Unslotted Basin Waste: Which Do You Need?
Choosing between a slotted and unslotted basin waste depends on one simple thing: whether your basin has an overflow. Here is how to tell. Read more...
What Is a Basin Trap and Why Every Basin Needs One
The trap under your basin holds a small seal of water that keeps drain smells out of your bathroom. Here is how it works and how to choose one. Read more...
What Is a Basin Waste and How Does It Work?
A basin waste is the fitting in your plughole that holds and releases water. Here is how it works, what it is made of and what to check before replacing one. Read more...