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Category Archives: Decorative Grating
Decorative grates, cast iron grating and iron grating finishes for residential trench drain systems
Decorative Grating, Driveways, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Style, Uncategorized
Decorative Grating for POLYCAST 600
18
Mar
Mar
There are multiple trench drain systems available on the market today, but not all have the application flexibility as Hubbell’s POLYCAST 600 series. These pre-sloped drain systems are ideal for a variety of projects and often use a standard slotted ductile iron grate, as it is a versatile option. Occasionally, there is a need for […]
Decorative Grating, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, MAX Mini, NDS Products, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Style, Uncategorized
NDS Mini Channel-Decorative Grating Options
31
Aug
Aug
Mini Channel and NDS National Diversified Sales (NDS) is a plastic trench drain and grate manufacturer. They have a broad selection of plastic trench drain systems that are used in a variety of applications. The 3 inch-wide Mini Channel is popular due to its lightweight honeycomb design, UV protected channels and a price point which […]
Catch Basins, Decorative Grating, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Uncategorized
House and Patio Drainage – Stormwater Management
05
May
May
An easy way to calculate the storm water runoff of your house or patio (in gallons per minute) is by using the modified Rational Method equation. This equation is: Q = (C x I x A) / 96.23 where: Q = Storm Water Runoff (in gallons per minute, gpm) C = Coefficient of Runoff I […]
Decorative Grating, General, Home Improvement, Infinity Drain, Lawncare, MAX Mini, NDS Products, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Profile Drains, Style, Uncategorized, Zurn
Narrow Drains with Wide Appeal
28
Jan
Jan
Problem: You are planning an outdoor living space which includes a kitchen, spa and pool. You will need a deck drain to help control the rainwater. However, the products you’ve seen in the marketplace don’t match the aesthetic of your outdoor setting. The popular drains commonly used by contractors are narrow and plastic. Narrow deck […]
Decorative Grating, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, NDS Products, Patios, Style, Uncategorized
Landscaping PVC Pipe Grate Options
17
Dec
Dec
Several options are available when it comes to covering Schedule 40 pipe in lawn drainage situations.
Decorative Grating, Driveways, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Style, Uncategorized, Urban Drainage
Why Manufacture a Plastic Drainage System?
22
Oct
Oct
There are a myriad of materials that industry leaders use to manufacture trench drain systems. ULMA Architectural Solutions went with plastic for their HYDROPLUS drainage system. Here are the top 5 reasons why ULMA made that decision: The ULMA HYDROPLUS linear drainage system is made with Polypropylene/Polyethylene (PP/PEHD). This neutral system is compatible with a wide […]
Catch Basins, Decorative Grating, Driveways, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, Patios, Style, Uncategorized
Driveway Drainage on a Dime
21
Aug
Aug
It doesn’t matter where you live, there will always be an opportunity for a weather event that can cause your driveway to flood. Storm water alone can be excessive and your driveway can easily become inundated from additional runoff from nearby rooftops, neighboring streets and sidewalks. Since water follows/pushes water, it collects and pools at […]
Decorative Grating, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, NDS Products, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Style, Uncategorized
Metal Decorative Grates for NDS Products
14
Aug
Aug
The grate options are expanding for the ever popular Mini Channel and Slim Channel drainage systems manufactured by National Diversified Systems (NDS). These well known and consumer friendly linear drains are manufactured in Fresno, California by NDS and warehoused in locations all over the United States. The Mini Channel is a 3-inch wide system that […]
Decorative Grating, General, Home Improvement, Lawncare, MAX Mini, NDS Products, Patios, Pool Deck Drains, Style, Uncategorized
What’s Bigger Than A She Shed? A Granny Pod
06
Jan
Jan
If we learned nothing else from the now infamous State Farm® commercial, it’s that people like to have their own space. Guys have a man cave, ladies like Cheryl have their she sheds, kids have a kid cabin or treehouse and now there’s such a thing as a Granny Pod. The idea of having a […]