Wastes, Traps & Grates

Caroma 40mm bottle trap in chrome, shown installed under a wall-hung basin
$302.00 RRP of $335.00
-10%
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Phoenix 40mm bottle trap in brushed gold, wall-mounted basin pipe trap with slim round profile
$322.00 RRP of $403.00
-20%
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Caroma 40mm bottle trap in matte black and chrome, shown under a wall-hung basin with exposed plumbing
$482.00 RRP of $505.00
-5%
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Caroma chrome flush-fitting basin waste, round standard waste with polished cap, front view
$33.00 RRP of $35.00
-6%
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Caroma Modina chrome bottle trap under a wall-hung basin, polished chrome exposed waste fitting
$854.00 RRP of $897.00
-5%
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ART Australia chrome basin pop down plug and waste, round 32/40mm, isolated on white
$91.00 RRP of $102.00
-11%
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Phoenix universal pop-up plug and waste in matte black, round 40mm basin waste with threaded fitting on white background

$139.00

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Adding a matching waste when you replace your tapware

Every drain in the house needs the right waste, trap or grate, and getting them in a matching finish is the difference between a finished bathroom and an almost-finished one. Tradelink stocks basin and bath wastes, bottle traps, floor wastes and strip grates from Raymor, Nero, Phoenix and Caroma.

When replacing tapware, add the matching pop-up waste to the order; chrome wastes under matte black taps are the small mismatch everyone notices later. Renovators should also confirm sizes early: waste outlets and floor drain cutouts are standard in most homes, but older houses can surprise you, so check specs against what's there.

What's the difference between a pop-up waste and a plug and waste?

A pop-up opens and closes with a press, with no chain or loose plug. A traditional plug and waste uses a rubber or metal plug. Pop-ups look cleaner; plugs are simpler and cheaper to maintain.

Do I need an overflow waste for my basin?

Match the basin: a basin with an overflow hole needs a waste that accommodates it, and one without an overflow must use a non-overflow waste. The product listings state which type each waste suits.

What is a bottle trap and when is one visible?

The trap is the bend that holds water to block drain smells. Under a wall hung basin or open vanity it's visible, so a finished chrome or coloured bottle trap replaces the standard plastic one for a tidier look.

Can I match wastes and grates to my tapware finish?

Yes, and it's worth doing. The major brands run wastes, bottle traps and grates in the same finishes as their tapware, so a full match in matte black, brushed nickel or brass is straightforward.