The trap attaches to the bottom of the basin to carry the waste water to the drain. The bend in the trap holds a small amount of water, creating a water seal to stop odours coming up from the drain pipe.
Depending on your design requirements there are several types of traps available.
A PVC S&P trap is a standard trap generally used when a basin is fitted onto a vanity cabinet and the trap will not be visible... more
BASIN BRASS S or P TRAP
A brass S or P trap is a much nicer option than a PVC trap and are used with wall mounted basins to create a more stylish look, as the trap is visible... more
A brass S or P trap is a much nicer option than a PVC trap and are used with wall mounted basins to create a more stylish look, as the trap is visible... more
BASIN BOTTLE TRAP
Bottle traps are the most stylish traps available. They have a streamline, minimalist, designer look and are ideal for wall mounted basins where the waste is visible... more
Bottle traps are the most stylish traps available. They have a streamline, minimalist, designer look and are ideal for wall mounted basins where the waste is visible... more
BASIN INLINE TRAP
Inline traps are a clever slimline trap for use to maximize the storage space in a vanity cabinet or used with a pedestal basin to ensure the trap is not visible behind the pedestal... more
Inline traps are a clever slimline trap for use to maximize the storage space in a vanity cabinet or used with a pedestal basin to ensure the trap is not visible behind the pedestal... more
* Images from top: 1) unknown; 2) Unknown 3) Geberit Bottle Trap; 4) HepVO Inline Trap;
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