Drainage is important for pools and patios. Without it, you can wind up with an area of standing water. Choosing proper drainage is an important but overlooked factor in building or renovating a pool or patio area.
Types of Pool Deck Drains
The three most common types of drains that you might see around a pool deck or on a patio are
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Area Drains
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Grated Trench Drains
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Linear Slot Drains
Area Drains are designed to remove standing water from small areas and must be placed in specific locations.
- Not effective for large areas
- Design can trap dirt and debris
- Covers can lack durability
- Can lead to standing water
Grated Trench Drains are linear drains that are installed along the length of a pool or patio to collect and drain water from a large area.
- Drains large areas
- Difficult to integrate into the surrounding design.
- Can be hazardous to bare feet
- Grates can lack durability
Slot Drains are linear drains that are installed along the length of a pool or patio to collect and drain water from a large area.
- Drains Large areas
- Minimalist, flush-fitting design
- Safe, ADA-approved design options
- Durable and easy to maintain
Before and After from Grated Trench Drain to Slot Drain
This client wanted to update their pool with a more modern and minimalist design. They chose to upgrade their grated trench drain to a Slot Drain to achieve a more refined look.
Patio Drains
Patio Drainage is important to protect your investment. Standing water can damage your patio over time. Patios are gathering places to enjoy time with family and friends and are best enjoyed when they are clean and dry.
Slot Drains for Patios
Slot Drains can be installed with concrete or paving stone patios to achieve a minimalist look.
Patio Drainage Solutions
We offer custom drainage solutions for patio design. Our Slot Drain can fit into tight spaces against walls and near stairs. They can also incorporate heel proof designs.
Best Pool Deck Drain
Slot Drain Systems are the choice of landscape architects, landscape contractors, and homeowners around the world. Slot Drain systems have been installed in homes and weekend retreats from Hawaii to Minnesota and from Coast to coast across North America.
Chosen for their durability, functionality, and beauty, stainless steel slot drain systems from Global Drain Technologies can; keep you safe from slips and falls, protect your home from floods and erosion, and add hidden detail to your pool deck design.
