Common Questions We Get Asked

• How to Replace a Shower Drain? There are various ways to replace shower drains, depending on your specific details and supplies available to you. Learn how to replace a shower drain using LATICRETE® HYDRO BAN® shower system products by visiting our blog.
• How to Install a Shower Drain in Concrete? There are two different options for how to install a shower drain in concrete, the bonded mortar bed and unbonded mortar bed installation methods. Learn more about the distinctions of the two methods in our blog post, How to Install a Shower Drain in Concrete. 
• How do you Install a Shower Drain? Due to the wide variety of LATICRETE shower drain options available, please refer to the written shower drain installation instructions for the LATICRETE shower drain make and model you have purchased. Always make sure your shower drain installation is done in accordance with industry standards and local building code, and LATICRETE written installation instructions which. Always have a licensed and insured plumber that can display experience with like shower drain installations to execute your shower drain and plumbing connections. Instructions for your make and model can be found by clicking on the drain you have above.
• How do you Install a Linear Shower Drain? LATICRETE linear shower drains can be installed in both concrete substrates or in plywood structures meeting industry standards for deflection. Please refer to the LATICRETE written shower drain installation instructions for the drain make and model you have purchased. Always have a licensed and insured plumber that can display experience with like shower drain installations to execute your shower drain and plumbing connections. For more information on your LATICRETE Shower Drain Installation click on the product you have above. 

Shower Drain Options

HYDRO BAN drains provide the option for virtually any type of shower drain installation. Choose from a variety of drain options to complete your shower drain install: 

• Linear drains allow the installation of large format tile on the shower floor to create multiple designs with a single slope to the drain. They are available in eight stock lengths, as well as custom sizes upon request. Available in off-set oval, wedge wire or a tile-in version which provides a seamless continuous tiled floor appearance, virtually making the drain disappear. The low profile design is ideal for large format tile and stone.  
• HYDRO BAN Bonding Flange Drains add beauty and efficiency to the installation eliminating the need for a primary shower pan liner. Bonding flange drains are ideal when installing showers opting for a center shower drain install. Choose from traditional 4” x 4” square center drain placement and an exclusive tile-in version to provide enhanced design options.  
• HYDRO BAN Point Drains are designed for use with the HYDRO BAN Pre-Sloped Shower Pan and other LATICRETE shower system components to speed your shower drain installation and ensure peace of mind with the industry’s most comprehensive system warranty. 

Both linear and square drains are available in multiple finishes and colors, including Brushed Stainless Steel, Polished Stainless Steel, Oil Rubbed Bronze, and our newest black shower drain - Matte Black.