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Free shipping across NZ, Australia & Pacific for orders above $200 | BRANZ-Appraised Waterproofing & Tiling Systems – Technokolla, Fila Solutions & NAC | Free shipping across NZ, Australia & Pacific for orders above $200
Free shipping across NZ, Australia & Pacific for orders above $200 | BRANZ-Appraised Waterproofing & Tiling Systems – Technokolla, Fila Solutions & NAC | Free shipping across NZ, Australia & Pacific for orders above $200

Floor Wastes

Getting drainage right in a tiled bathroom or wet room comes down to choosing the right floor waste for the job. Surtec's range covers tile insert drains and grate-style tile floor wastes that sit flush with the finished surface, along with linear drains and the TECHNO 2-in-1 INVISITILE drain for a low-profile shower waste. Every option is built from solid cast brass and designed to pair with Surtec Leak Control Flanges, so drainage tiles and floor wastes work together as a watertight system rather than two separate fittings.

Finish options extend beyond function, with chrome, brushed nickel, matte black, and anodised coatings available to match existing tapware and fittings. Chrome suits a brighter, more classic bathroom look, while brushed and matte black finishes work well in contemporary spaces where fittings are meant to blend in rather than stand out. This range of finishes means the same solid brass core can be specified across very different design briefs without compromising on drainage performance underneath.

Beyond the drain itself, getting the surrounding tile work right matters just as much. Pairing a floor waste with the correct Leak Control Flange keeps the connection between drain and substrate sealed against water tracking beneath the tiles, which is often where drainage failures actually start. That's why every product in this collection is built to integrate with Surtec's flange system rather than function as a standalone fitting.

Whether you need a compact tile insert shower drain or a full linear drain kit, the collection below covers residential and commercial installs across New Zealand. Heavy-duty construction throughout means the same range works for high-traffic commercial bathrooms as well as everyday home installs.

Frequently Asked Questions

A tile insert floor waste is a drain designed to hold a tile insert, so the grate sits flush with the surrounding tiled floor instead of showing a visible metal grate.

The terms are largely interchangeable in NZ bathrooms. Both describe the fitting that drains water from a tiled shower or wet area, usually installed at the lowest point of the fall.

Yes. Tile-insert shower drains are one of the most common choices for tiled showers, since the insert lets the same tile run straight across the drain for a seamless finish.

The floor waste sits below the surface and channels water away, while the surrounding tiles are laid to a fall so water moves toward the drain rather than pooling on the floor.

Linear drains suit longer runs, such as the full width of a shower, and work well in curbless or wheelchair-accessible designs where a single fall direction is preferred.