Stainless Steel Heelguard Grate & Aluminium Drain Channel
Get the stylish heelguard pattern with the practical advantages of an aluminium channel body. The Stainless Steel Heelguard Grate and Aluminium Drain Channel from Vincent Buda and Company pairs a 316 marine grade stainless steel heelguard grate with a lightweight aluminium body, available in three profiles: 85mm wide x 25mm deep, 85mm wide x 40mm deep, and 115mm wide x 80mm deep. All profiles are sold in 1-metre and 2-metre lengths with end caps, joiners, and outlets sold separately, so you can cut, join, and modify on-site to suit any run length.
Since 1957, Vincent Buda and Company has helped builders and landscapers find the right drainage solution for pools, balconies, garden edges, and walkways. The aluminium channel has no pre-cut outlet position - cut it wherever your plumbing falls on-site. The heelguard pattern grate sits on top, providing a pedestrian-safe, corrosion-resistant surface. Vincent Buda and Company stocks all three profiles for Same-day or next-day delivery within the Sydney Metro. Courier delivery available Australia-wide.
Product Specifications
- Grate Material: 316 marine grade stainless steel, corrosion-resistant
- Channel Body: Lightweight aluminium (anodised)
- Profile 1: 85mm wide x 25mm deep
- Profile 2: 85mm wide x 40mm deep
- Profile 3: 115mm wide x 80mm deep
- Lengths: 1-metre and 2-metre standard lengths
- Load Class: Class A (pedestrian, tested to AS 3996:2019)
- Outlet: No pre-cut outlet position; cut on-site to suit plumbing layout
- Accessories: End caps, joiners, and outlets sold separately
- Grate Pattern: Heelguard (pedestrian-safe, heel-resistant gap spacing)
- Product Drawings: 85x25 Drawings | 85x40 Drawings | 115x80 Drawings
Key Features at a Glance
- Stainless Steel Grate, Aluminium Body: You get the corrosion-resistant heelguard grate finish without the full stainless steel price tag. The aluminium channel is lightweight and easy to cut on-site.
- Three Profile Options: Choose 85mm x 25mm, 85mm x 40mm, or 115mm x 80mm to match your drainage depth and width requirements.
- Flexible On-Site Modification: No outlet hole in the base, so cut it exactly where your plumbing falls. Join lengths with standard accessories.
- Heelguard Safety: The heelguard grate pattern prevents heels and footwear from catching, making it safe for pool surrounds, balconies, and pedestrian areas.
Primary Applications
- Pool Surrounds and Spa Edges: The 316 SS heelguard grate handles pool chemicals and salt water, while the aluminium body keeps the system lightweight and easy to install.
- Balconies and Outdoor Entertaining: The low-profile 85mm x 25mm option suits shallow balcony drainage runs where depth is limited.
- Garden Edges and Pathways: The deeper 115mm x 80mm profile handles higher-volume runoff along driveways, garden borders, and paved areas.
- Residential Renovations: An affordable alternative to full stainless steel, ideal for renovators who want the heelguard look on a practical budget.
The advantages of our Heelguard include:
- Wedge wire pattern with bars welded together with cross bars for additional support
- Cross bars are not touching base of drain the base of the drains allowing plenty of water flow
- Edge bars to eliminate sharp edges
- Tapered cross bars reduces the build up of dirt & grime
- Heel safe & Pet Friendly
- Smaller gaps in the bars prevent leaves and foreign items from entering the channel of the grate and blocking up your drain
- Modern and stylish finish
Pick-Ups
All stocked items are available for pickup within 2 working hours of placing your order.
Unsure if your items are in stock? Call us on (02) 9740 1500 before ordering to confirm availability.
Sydney Metro Deliveries
Courier Deliveries (Australia-Wide)
Direct-to-Door & Business-to-Business: Your goods will be unloaded using professional equipment and placed in a safe, accessible location at your destination.
Depot Delivery: Your order will be delivered to a Logistics Depot closest to your location. For details about your nearest depot, contact us on (02) 9740 1500 or sales@buda.com.au.
It is one of the best combinations. The aluminium channel sits embedded in the ground and requires easy cutting and shaping on-site. The stainless steel grate sits exposed at the surface, where corrosion resistance and finish matter most. Together they deliver a durable, cost-effective system.
Yes, a standard drop saw or angle grinder handles it cleanly. On-site fitting is straightforward - cut to length, position the outlet, then attach end caps and joiners as required.
A3: Outlet size depends on the profile depth. Shallower profiles typically suit 50mm outlets; the deeper 115mm x 80mm profile suits larger outlet sizes. Outlets are sold separately and cut into the base on-site.
A4: Yes, the heelguard pattern is designed for exactly this application. The narrow gap spacing prevents heels and footwear from catching, and the 316 stainless grate is corrosion-resistant in pool chemical and salt water environments.
A5: Yes. Vincent Buda and Company stocks all three profiles of the Stainless Steel Heelguard Grate and Aluminium Drain Channel. Same-day or next-day delivery within the Sydney Metro. Courier delivery available Australia-wide.
Get the stylish heelguard pattern with the practical advantages of an aluminium channel body. The Stainless Steel Heelguard Grate and Aluminium Drain Channel from Vincent Buda and Company pairs a 316 marine grade stainless steel heelguard grate with a lightweight aluminium body, available in three profiles: 85mm wide x 25mm deep, 85mm wide x 40mm deep, and 115mm wide x 80mm deep. All profiles are sold in 1-metre and 2-metre lengths with end caps, joiners, and outlets sold separately, so you can cut, join, and modify on-site to suit any run length.
Since 1957, Vincent Buda and Company has helped builders and landscapers find the right drainage solution for pools, balconies, garden edges, and walkways. The aluminium channel has no pre-cut outlet position - cut it wherever your plumbing falls on-site. The heelguard pattern grate sits on top, providing a pedestrian-safe, corrosion-resistant surface. Vincent Buda and Company stocks all three profiles for Same-day or next-day delivery within the Sydney Metro. Courier delivery available Australia-wide.
Product Specifications
- Grate Material: 316 marine grade stainless steel, corrosion-resistant
- Channel Body: Lightweight aluminium (anodised)
- Profile 1: 85mm wide x 25mm deep
- Profile 2: 85mm wide x 40mm deep
- Profile 3: 115mm wide x 80mm deep
- Lengths: 1-metre and 2-metre standard lengths
- Load Class: Class A (pedestrian, tested to AS 3996:2019)
- Outlet: No pre-cut outlet position; cut on-site to suit plumbing layout
- Accessories: End caps, joiners, and outlets sold separately
- Grate Pattern: Heelguard (pedestrian-safe, heel-resistant gap spacing)
- Product Drawings: 85x25 Drawings | 85x40 Drawings | 115x80 Drawings
Key Features at a Glance
- Stainless Steel Grate, Aluminium Body: You get the corrosion-resistant heelguard grate finish without the full stainless steel price tag. The aluminium channel is lightweight and easy to cut on-site.
- Three Profile Options: Choose 85mm x 25mm, 85mm x 40mm, or 115mm x 80mm to match your drainage depth and width requirements.
- Flexible On-Site Modification: No outlet hole in the base, so cut it exactly where your plumbing falls. Join lengths with standard accessories.
- Heelguard Safety: The heelguard grate pattern prevents heels and footwear from catching, making it safe for pool surrounds, balconies, and pedestrian areas.
Primary Applications
- Pool Surrounds and Spa Edges: The 316 SS heelguard grate handles pool chemicals and salt water, while the aluminium body keeps the system lightweight and easy to install.
- Balconies and Outdoor Entertaining: The low-profile 85mm x 25mm option suits shallow balcony drainage runs where depth is limited.
- Garden Edges and Pathways: The deeper 115mm x 80mm profile handles higher-volume runoff along driveways, garden borders, and paved areas.
- Residential Renovations: An affordable alternative to full stainless steel, ideal for renovators who want the heelguard look on a practical budget.
It is one of the best combinations. The aluminium channel sits embedded in the ground and requires easy cutting and shaping on-site. The stainless steel grate sits exposed at the surface, where corrosion resistance and finish matter most. Together they deliver a durable, cost-effective system.
Yes, a standard drop saw or angle grinder handles it cleanly. On-site fitting is straightforward - cut to length, position the outlet, then attach end caps and joiners as required.
A3: Outlet size depends on the profile depth. Shallower profiles typically suit 50mm outlets; the deeper 115mm x 80mm profile suits larger outlet sizes. Outlets are sold separately and cut into the base on-site.
A4: Yes, the heelguard pattern is designed for exactly this application. The narrow gap spacing prevents heels and footwear from catching, and the 316 stainless grate is corrosion-resistant in pool chemical and salt water environments.
A5: Yes. Vincent Buda and Company stocks all three profiles of the Stainless Steel Heelguard Grate and Aluminium Drain Channel. Same-day or next-day delivery within the Sydney Metro. Courier delivery available Australia-wide.
The advantages of our Heelguard include:
- Wedge wire pattern with bars welded together with cross bars for additional support
- Cross bars are not touching base of drain the base of the drains allowing plenty of water flow
- Edge bars to eliminate sharp edges
- Tapered cross bars reduces the build up of dirt & grime
- Heel safe & Pet Friendly
- Smaller gaps in the bars prevent leaves and foreign items from entering the channel of the grate and blocking up your drain
- Modern and stylish finish
Pick-Ups
All stocked items are available for pickup within 2 working hours of placing your order.
Unsure if your items are in stock? Call us on (02) 9740 1500 before ordering to confirm availability.
Sydney Metro Deliveries
Courier Deliveries (Australia-Wide)
Direct-to-Door & Business-to-Business: Your goods will be unloaded using professional equipment and placed in a safe, accessible location at your destination.
Depot Delivery: Your order will be delivered to a Logistics Depot closest to your location. For details about your nearest depot, contact us on (02) 9740 1500 or sales@buda.com.au.
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