ᐅ Shower drain installed incorrectly – Should it be accepted or not?

Created on: 8 Mar 2018 20:16
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sula2210
Hello,

in our new build, the shower drain for a walk-in shower was not installed in the center (see photo). We only noticed this after installation. The construction company admits the mistake and has offered to credit us for the costs. They say that fixing it would be too complicated and expensive. Everything would have to be removed again, and the tiles would be damaged. What do you think?

Bathroom corner: dark floor tiles, white wall tiles, long floor drain on the back wall
kaho6749 Mar 2018 09:36
The contrast with the tiles makes it stand out a lot. Still, it wouldn’t bother me that much.

One could consider not placing the fixtures, etc., centrally but aligned flush with the incorrect edge, so it looks intentional.
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Deliverer
9 Mar 2018 09:40
Take what they offer you (or negotiate up by 20 percent) and just settle the matter. Drain outlets in shower trays are also rarely centered, and no one minds.
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cschiko
9 Mar 2018 09:43
kaho674 schrieb:

One could consider not placing the fittings etc. centrally but flush with the false edge, so it looks intentional.

I think that’s a good idea if there is enough space towards the wall! Of course, it’s frustrating, and the tiler should have noticed and mentioned it by now. But at this point, it’s the problem that dismantling it probably wouldn’t be reasonable and would also carry certain risks.

In the end, it’s also a question of what they offer and whether it will really be noticeable over time. Thanks, if possible, kaho674’s suggestion could help to better conceal this.
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Wickie
9 Mar 2018 10:32
You can do it that way, but honestly, it’s just nonsense.
No, seriously... it does look absurd, but I think I would also be too afraid that it would only make things worse.
If something ends up leaking afterward...
Claim as much compensation as possible!
And once again, how can the tiler be so blind (stupid)? It’s hard to understand...
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meister keks
9 Mar 2018 11:50
What amount is the construction company offering you?
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sula2210
9 Mar 2018 12:13
Meister keks schrieb:
What amount is the construction company offering you?

They are offering reimbursement for the cost of the gutter, so around 500 euros.