Basin Wastes - Choice Of Colours & Waste Types

Bathroom Basin Wastes may be small, but they play a big role in your basin's functionality. Choosing the bathroom basin waste type ensures efficient drainage and prevents any messy overflows. 

Slotted Basin Wastes have openings (slots) that align with your basin’s overflow hole. In basins with an overflow, a slotted waste is essential – it allows excess water to escape through the overflow passage instead of spilling over the basin. This safety feature is ideal for family bathrooms or high-usage basins, as it directs overflow water into the drain to prevent accidents.

Unslotted Basin Wastes have no side slots and are designed for bains without an overflow. Unslotted wastes provide a watertight seal when closed, making them perfect for modern basins like countertop bowls that lack overflow holes. Important: An unslotted waste should never be used in a basin with an overflow, since there’d be no path for overflow water. Likewise, a slotted basin waste should never be used on a countertop bowl without an overflow built in, as this would cause water to escape from the waste.

Thirdly you have universal basin wastes, which can be used in both cases.

We have basin wastes available in Chrome, Brushed Brass and Black, to match the rest of your bathroom brassware. 

Choosing the perfect basin waste can enhance both the safety and style of your bathroom. We invite you to visit our Hartlepool Bathroom Showroom to see these basin wastes up close and explore all the finish options. Our friendly team is on hand to help with expert advice – from selecting between slotted or unslotted, to recommending easy-clean models in the finish that suits your space. Drop by our Hartlepool store or give us a call for further help and guidance in finding the ideal waste for your bathroom basin. We’re here to ensure you get the perfect finishing touch for your bathroom, with quality products and professional advice every step of the way.