Different Types of Bath Waste and How to Get Them to Go Down the Sink

Bath wastes, the system that drains your bath, are more diverse than you might think. There are many wastes to suit different purposes. They are essential because they manage the efficient drainage of your bath water and prevent blockages in your pipes due to skin, hair, and other dirt.

This article will discuss the main types and uses of bath waste to help you make informed decisions about what kind of waste you want in your bath.

Pop up bath waste

Pop-up waste typically has a small lever or handle behind its taps. This lever is pushed or pulled to 'pop' the waste and allows drainage. It then pushes the waste down when the bath fills.

Clicker bath washes

Clicker bath waste, also known as a click-clack or push-button waste, is a self-contained and unreachable waste that does not require a handle or lever to activate. The user pushes this waste to open it, then pushes it again to open it and allow the water to escape.

Wastes from the soaking tub

An overflow hole in a bath allows water to drain. If the plug is not in place and the water level rises, you will need slotted waste for the bath. If an overflow has captured water, the slot or opening located underneath the waste container allows it to drain away.

Unslotted Bath Wastes

Unslotted waste does not have an in-built drainage hole. It should be installed only in baths without an overflow hole.

Use a plug and chain to dispose of your bath waste

The most common type of bath waste, and probably the one that you associate most with bath time as a child, is plug and chain waste. The plug is either chrome or rubber and is attached to the chain. This chain is then attached to a stay several inches above its plug hole. An overflow rose is usually attached to these plugs, which allows water to drain in the event of a rise in water level.

Flip-top bathtub wastes

The plug hole in the top of flip-top wastes has a metal disc at the centre. To open the disc, press down on one end of the disc. To loosen it, press down on the opposite side. The most popular place to use flip-top wastes is basins rather than baths.

Different brands have different wastes

You should look for brands that offer a variety of wastes and filler valves if you are looking for a specific waste for your whirlpool tub. These valves will make filling and draining your bath easy, meaning that you won't have to do much.