FAQ's

What is the Green DrainTM?

The GREEN DRAIN™ is an environmentally friendly water free trap seal, which can be installed in basically all floor drains without the use of tools.

Why is GREEN DRAINTM self-cleaning?

GREEN DRAIN™ lets water rinse the membrane and has no “labyrinth” opposite to normal trap seals that collects dirt, hair and grease.

Where can I install GREEN DRAINTM ?

GREEN DRAIN™ can be installed in almost all types of floor drains. In new buildings as well as older buildings. Private houses as well as industrial use with only small limitation. Examples of common places:

  • Factories
  • Schools
  • Office Buildings
  • Hospitals
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels
  • Public Buildings
  • etc

Which sizes do GREEN DRAINTM come in?

GREEN DRAIN™ come in 5 different sizes which each are flexible and cover different measures as shown below. GREEN DRAIN™ fits in almost all floor drains with diameters according to following intervals:

Model Size
GD2 50-58 mm
GD3 75-85 mm
GD35 89-100 mm
GD4 102-110 mm
GD5 120-135 mm

Is GREEN DRAINTM approved and tested by accredited institutions?

GREEN DRAIN™ has been approved or tested by following institutions – among others:

•Technological Institute – DS/EN 1253-1
• ETA Denmark – VA approval
• UPC/IAPMO
• ICC IPC – via ASSE Standard 1072

Is GREEN DRAINTM easy to install?

GREEN DRAIN™ can be installed without the use of tools after the grating has been removed. Just push the GREEN DRAIN™ into the pipe and make sure it fits.

How does GREEN DRAINTM work?

GREEN DRAIN™ has a flexible silicone membrane which lets the water run freely through and instantly hereafter closes and seals as soon as water stops flowing.

Why choose GREEN DRAINTM ?

GREEN DRAIN™ seals 100% and closes for odours and prevents pests and harmful gases from entering the building.

Does GREEN DRAINTM replace a traditional water trap seal?

GREEN DRAIN™ replaces a traditional trap seal contributing numerous advantages:

• Improves indoor air quality due to no sewer smell and gases
• Prevents waste water penetration
• Office buildings
• Self-cleaning and does not block the water flow
• No dry water seals and resists vacuum in the drainage system

Can GREEN DRAINTM be installed horizontally and vertically?

GREEN DRAIN™ contains no water and functions perfectly both horizontally and vertically.

Which materials used to produce GREEN DRAINTM?

GREEN DRAIN™ water-free membrane drain trap seal consists of a UV resistant ABS plastic frame, a silicone rubber sealant and four flexible sealing flanges for easy installation and perfect fit.

Can I install a GREEN DRAINTM if I have P-trap in the ground?

GREEN DRAIN™ is NOT a traditional water trap and the fact that it does not contain water it is still possible to install in combination with a P-trap.

What is the difference between Green Drain and Clinical Version?

Green drains are designed for industrial and domestic applications but they do have a venting mechanism.  Clinical version available through Helix prevents any venting and protects your facility against all airborne contaminants.

Green Drain is self-cleaning and water free - protecting against disease transmission in your facility.