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.