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Taurus Screw Lock Wet Room Shower Waste | High Flow 40 L/min | Chrome Grate | Horizontal Outlet | For Tray Formers
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40 L/min High Flow Chrome Grate Horizontal Outlet 40 & 50mm Pipework For Tray Formers Made in the UK
The Taurus Trade Screw Lock Shower Waste is a high-flow, horizontal outlet shower drain designed specifically for use with XPS wet room tray formers. Its screw lock mechanism secures the chrome grate firmly to the trap body — eliminating the rattle and lift associated with friction-fit or clip-in grates — while remaining straightforward to remove for cleaning and maintenance. With a flow rate of 40 litres per minute and compatibility with both 40mm and 50mm waste pipework, it handles the drainage demands of modern power showers without restriction. The chrome finish grate sits flush with the tiled surface for a clean, unobtrusive appearance in any wet room floor finish.
What Is a Screw Lock Shower Waste?
A screw lock shower waste is a drain fitting where the decorative grate is secured to the waste body using a central screw, rather than being clipped or pressed into place. The screw engages into a threaded receiver in the waste body and tightens the grate down to create a firm, rattle-free, level surface. For removal — for routine hair trap cleaning or access to the trap below — the grate simply unscrews and lifts free without tools in most installations.
This mechanism is the preferred choice for professional wet room installers for two reasons. First, the positive mechanical fixing prevents the grate from lifting under water pressure or foot traffic — a common problem with push-fit grates in high-flow or frequently used wet rooms. Second, because the grate is designed to be removed and replaced cleanly, it is far less likely to be damaged during maintenance than a friction-fit grate that requires levering to remove.
Key Features
💧 40 L/min High Flow RateHandles up to 40 litres per minute — comfortably above the output of most domestic power and thermostatic showers — ensuring no standing water even during peak flow. Suitable for all standard domestic shower installations.
🔩 Screw Lock Grate — Secure & RemovableThe central screw secures the chrome grate firmly to the trap body, preventing lift and rattle under flow and foot traffic. Unscrews cleanly for routine maintenance without tools or risk of damaging the surrounding tile finish.
↔️ Horizontal OutletSide-exit horizontal outlet connects directly into the floor drainage run without requiring a vertical drop beneath the tray. Ideal for timber joist floors where sub-floor clearance is limited. Compatible with standard 40mm and 50mm waste pipework.
✨ Chrome Finish GratePolished chrome grate provides a clean, contemporary finish that complements both tiled and stone wet room floors. Sits flush with the tile surface when correctly installed, with no visible protruding rim or frame.
🔧 40 & 50mm Pipework CompatibleAccepts both 40mm and 50mm waste pipe connections, making it compatible with the full range of standard UK domestic waste plumbing configurations — no additional adaptors required for the most common pipe sizes.
🇬🇧 Made in the UKManufactured in the United Kingdom to trade quality standards. Designed specifically for use with XPS wet room tray former systems such as the Taurus range, ensuring dimensional compatibility with the tray waste aperture.
🧹 Easy to CleanThe screw lock grate removes in seconds for access to the hair catch and trap below. No tools required for routine cleaning. The trap body and grate are smooth-surfaced for easy wiping and rinsing.
📐 Universal Tray WasteDesigned as a universal waste fitting compatible with Taurus XPS tray formers and the wider Abacus Elements tray former range. Fits the pre-formed waste aperture in these trays without modification.
Horizontal vs Vertical Outlet — Which Do I Need?
This waste has a horizontal (side-exit) outlet. This is the correct choice for the vast majority of wet room tray former installations in the UK, where the waste pipe runs horizontally within the floor construction to a stack or soil pipe. On timber joist floors, the horizontal outlet exits the side of the trap body and connects directly into the waste run between joists. On concrete floors with a screed, the waste pipe is typically laid within the screed bed before the tray former is positioned.
A vertical outlet waste — which exits downward through the floor — is only suitable where there is sufficient subfloor clearance directly beneath the drain position to accommodate a vertical trap and connect to a pipe running below the structural floor. This is uncommon in domestic residential construction. If in doubt, a horizontal outlet is the correct specification for most UK installations.
⚠️ For Tray Formers Only — Not for Standard Acrylic Trays
This waste is designed for use with XPS wet room tray formers (including the Taurus range) and is not suitable for use with standard acrylic or stone resin shower trays, which require a different waste fitting with a specific plug hole diameter and trap configuration. Check the waste aperture dimensions of your specific tray former against this fitting before ordering if you are unsure of compatibility.
🔧 Installation Note — Waste Height and Tile Thickness
When installing this waste into an XPS tray former, the grate height must be set to finish flush with the top surface of the finished tile. The tray former manufacturer will specify the correct waste installation depth for their product. Tile thickness affects the final grate height — account for tile thickness, adhesive bed depth, and any grout joint when calculating the final installed height of the grate. Most XPS tray formers with pre-formed waste apertures are designed for use with tiles between 8mm and 12mm thick; check the specific tray former specification if using large-format or thick stone tiles.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Taurus Trade Screw Lock Shower Waste |
| MPN | TW050005 |
| Application | Wet room tray formers (XPS) — not for standard acrylic trays |
| Flow Rate | 40 litres per minute |
| Outlet Direction | Horizontal (side exit) |
| Pipe Compatibility | 40mm and 50mm waste pipework |
| Grate Finish | Chrome |
| Grate Fixing | Screw lock — central securing screw |
| Grate Removal | Tool-free removal for cleaning and maintenance |
| Origin | Made in the UK |
| Brand | Taurus |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this waste fit my Taurus tray former?
Yes — this waste is designed specifically for use with Taurus XPS wet room tray formers and is the correct specified fitting for the Taurus range. It fits the pre-formed waste aperture in these trays without modification. If you are using a tray former from a different manufacturer, check the waste aperture dimensions against this fitting before ordering.
Is 40 L/min enough for a power shower?
Yes. The vast majority of domestic power showers and thermostatic shower valves flow at well below 40 litres per minute — most electric showers flow at 6–10 L/min and most thermostatic shower systems at 8–15 L/min under typical domestic water pressure. A flow rate of 40 L/min provides substantial headroom above any realistic domestic shower flow rate, ensuring the drain is never the limiting factor in water clearance.
Can I connect this to 40mm pipe or does it need 50mm?
This waste is compatible with both 40mm and 50mm waste pipework. For most domestic wet room installations, 40mm waste pipe is standard and is perfectly adequate for the flow rate of this waste. 50mm compatibility is provided for installations that connect to a 50mm waste run or where local building control has specified a larger pipe bore.
How does the screw lock grate come apart for cleaning?
The chrome grate is secured by a central screw that engages into the trap body. To remove the grate, simply unscrew the central fixing — this can typically be done by hand or with a coin. Once the screw is removed, the grate lifts free, giving access to the hair catch and trap body below. Refit by placing the grate back into position and tightening the central screw until firm. Do not overtighten — hand-tight is sufficient.
Can this waste be used on a concrete floor?
Yes. The horizontal outlet connects to the waste pipe run within the screed or floor void regardless of whether the subfloor is concrete or timber. On concrete floors, the waste pipe is typically laid within the screed bed prior to screeding, with the waste body set at the correct height before the tray former is positioned and bedded over it. Ensure the waste body is correctly positioned and at the right height before the screed or tray bedding is applied — it cannot be adjusted once set.
Is a trap included, or do I need to buy one separately?
This fitting includes the trap as an integrated part of the waste assembly. You do not need to purchase a separate shower trap. The waste, trap, and grate are supplied as a complete unit ready for installation.
⚠️ Important Notes: This waste is designed for XPS wet room tray formers — it is not compatible with standard acrylic or stone resin shower trays. The horizontal outlet connects to 40mm or 50mm waste pipework. Ensure the grate height is correctly set for the finished tile surface before bedding the tray former — the grate height cannot be adjusted after the tray is installed and tiled. Always maintain a silicone movement joint between the tray former and the surrounding floor tiles — do not grout this joint. Tile adhesive, tiles, and waste pipework are not included.
- Type Wet Rooms
- Vendor Taurus
- SKU TW050005
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