Product Description PermaFLOW Never Clog Drain is engineered to prevent clogs and help retrieve lost jewelry eliminating the need for dangerous drain cleaners, frustrating plunging and expensive maintenance.
Over 65% of all home owners will have to deal with a clogged drain this year. Most of them will resort to harsh chemicals polluting the water and potentially injuring or poisoning many humans and pets. Those that don't use chemicals will have to endure the cost and hassle of dismantling their drain to clear the clog. There is now a better solution.
PermaFLOW Never Clog Drain is engineered to prevent clogs and to help retrieve lost jewelry. It eliminates the need for secondary maintenance products and services such as plunging, dangerous drain cleaners, messy drain disassembly, expensive maintenance and associated costs, health, safety and environmental concerns.
This new 'Green by Design' multifunctional home improvement fixture provides a commonsense tool to reduce the time, effort and money needed for property maintenance and has positive influence in the best practices of Green building. PermaFLOWTM replaces the P-trap in kitchen and bath sinks and offers several unique benefits.
Safe, Environment Friendly - PermaFLOWTM Drain safely ends the need for hazardous drain-cleaning chemicals and the associated personal safety and environmental issues. Opening the drain is no longer necessary reducing the hazards of exposure to sewer gases.
Amazon.com Product Description The PermaFLOW "Never-Clog Drain" provides a permanent way to eliminate drain clogs. With its innovative, self-cleaning design and integrated wiper that removes blockage, PermaFLOW eliminates the need for chemical drain cleaners, plungers, and expensive pipe repairs. This smart alternative to traditional P-traps installs in a snap and even allows for easy retrieval of accidentally lost jewelry and other items.
PermaFLOW At a Glance:
Self-cleaning design prevents buildup.
Easy-turn wiper swipes away debris and helps retrieve lost items.
Transparent construction lets you easily see and solve the problem.
PermaFLOW offers unique bypass for emergencies. View larger.
The easy-turn wiper acts as a drain cleaner and clears the clog. View larger.
Easily unclog drains by turning the wiper or see and retrieve items that are accidentally dropped. View larger.
Installation and Operation
Prevents Buildup; Removes Clogs
Never use plungers or harsh chemicals again.
The PermaFLOW's patented design ensures that you won't need to open your drain, call the plumber, use harsh chemicals, get out your plunger, or wrestle with your snake the next time you have a clog--just turn the external knob on the PermaFLOW's integrated, drain-clearing wiper to clear out blockage.
Also great for low-flow faucets, this "no-pain drain" has a unique shape that generates a surge of water that will clean your pipe, providing the extra muscle needed to flush unwanted debris and prevent the buildup that causes slow draining. This will not only save you from headaches, but it will also save water by helping your drain work efficiently at low flow rates.
Additionally, a clever bypass option lets water flow through the PermaFLOW's upper chamber in case of an emergency buildup in your pipe, meaning there's no down time and no waiting for your pipe to be serviced.
Transparent Design Prevents Potential Problems The PermaFLOW Drain's transparent design eliminates any drain mysteries--just look to determine if the drain has developed buildup and turn the wiper to see if the clog is gone. You can even see items that you may have accidentally dropped down the drain, such as wedding rings or small toys. Turn the wiper to elevate the item and then retrieve it with a coat hanger, hook, or other household tool. Just think--you'll be able to diagnose and troubleshoot drain problems without exposing yourself to nasty sewer gases and messy disassembly!
Simple Installation for Ease of Use The time-saving PermaFLOW features easy installation, a universal design that fits standard drains, and construction that looks great even under open-pedestal sinks. Retrofitting older, P-trap drains is a cinch with the included adaptors that fit standard 1-1/2-inch (kitchen) and 1-1/4-inch (bath) plumbing. The adaptors are compatible with virtually any pipe material.
PermaFLOW has won several leading awards and testimonials
Award-Winning, Safe, and Environmentally Friendly Design PermaFLOW has won several leading awards and testimonials for its ability to reduce money, effort, wasted time, and environmental impact. The innovative, common-sense design reduces water pollution by eliminating the need for chemical cleaners. The design is safe and blocks indoor contaminants, eliminating injury and poisoning hazards. It also minimizes exposure to nasty sewer gases and prevents rust and corrosion.
And because it's durably constructed in the USA from ABS plastic and synthetic rubber, PermaFLOW is fully recyclable and will save you from expensive maintenance and replacement costs.
PermaFLOW comes with a 10-year replacement warranty and is designed to work without problems with conventional drain chemicals.
What's in the Box PermaFLOW drain and adaptors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kitchen or Bath Usage - The PermaFLOW drain can be used in bathroom lavatories and kitchen sinks including the ones with the garbage disposal. It replaces the U- tube in the P-Trap below the sink.
Is PermaFLOW drain approved by Code - Most states and cities have their own plumbing codes and in most instances they are aligned with either the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), International Plumbing Code (IPC) or International Residential Code (IRC). Most plumbing products in this category are considered adequate if they are UPC listed. Just like any standard P-trap, the PermaFLOW is UPC listed. PermaFLOW drain is also certified to comply with the IPC and IRC. This is usually what licensed plumbers look for as a first step before installing a product. There are a very few states that have some specific additional requirements. PermaFLOW drain has been purchased by customers in all fifty states.
Can Chemical Drain Cleaners be used with PermaFLOW drain - PermaFLOW drain does not require or recommend the use of drain cleaners. Should someone want to use common drain cleaners available in the market, there are no harmful effects expected on the PermaFLOW drain, however, drain cleaners with Sulfuric Acid may stain the PermaFLOW drain. If regular maintenance is performed, there should be no need for chemicals.
Will the PermaFLOW drain Leak? - PermaFLOW drain has been designed to not leak and has been tested extensively and should not leak. PermaFLOW drain comes with a 10 year limited warranty that includes free replacement.
What is the life of the Wiper inside the PermaFLOW Drain? - The PermaFLOW drain is robustly designed and the wiper has been tested extensively under operating conditions for over 100,000 revolutions which means that if turned couple of times a day, it is expected to last over 100 years and does not need to be replaced. PermaFLOW drain comes with a 10 year limited warranty that includes free product replacement.
How does PermaFLOW handle hairs from clogging? - PermaFLOW's unique construction generates turbulence which minimizes the possibility of hairs settling in the Trap area and therefore there is no accumulation of hairballs unlike the traditional traps. As the hair strands are released into the sink, they flow through the PermaFLOW freely to the main drain pipe through the waste arm (tail pipe).
What do I do if my PermaFLOW drain gets cloudy? - Due to its unique design and materials used, the PermaFLOW does not become black and gunky like the traditional P-Trap. In case of some soap scum build-up on the walls, simply putting two denture cleaning tablets down the sink or lavatory drain and leaving overnight will clean most stains.
PermaFLOW Versus Conventional P-Trap
Traditional P-Trap Design
PermaFLOW Drain Design
PermaFLOW Drain Benefit
Designed to trap most debris
Self-cleaning design--generates turbulence and propels debris, preventing routine buildup
User Friendly No need for frustrating plunging, snaking, or dangerous chemicals to remove buildup from the trap
Opaque construction--can't see what's happening
Transparent, clear construction
Healthier Enables easy diagnostics and troubleshooting without the need to open the trap, eliminating unnecessary exposure to sewer gases
Contaminants quickly build up within the trap area, leading to bad odor
Easy-to-rotate external knob sweeps away potential buildup without opening the trap
Healthier Ability to sweep away potential buildup eliminates unnecessary exposure to sewer gases
Requires dangerous chemicals to remove buildup
Self-cleaning design supported by external paddle that easily swipes away buildup
Eco-Friendly, Supports Home Safety
Reduced water contamination, reduced treatment cost
Improved quality of gray water for recycling
Reduced rusting of pipes
Eliminates the possibility of accidents from chemical cleaners
Inefficient with low-flow faucets--retains debris
Operates effectively at lower flow rates
Supports Water Conservation
Sink is out of commission until chemicals work or plumber services the drain
Unique paddle design provides emergency bypass to upper chamber (3 o'clock)--two traps in one
Reduces Down Time Provides continuous flow even in case of emergency buildup
No way to view or retrieve accidentally dropped articles without opening the trap
External paddle allows easy retrieval of accidentally dropped jewelry, toys, etc.
Improves Health, Saves Money No need to open trap to retrieve dropped items--reduces exposure to sewer gases
Made from Polypropylene/PVC or brass/chrome that rusts and corrodes
great idea, easy five minute install, never clog!!!January 12, 2010 T. H. Truong 14 out of 15 found this review helpful
got this as a gift as requested. it took all of five minutes to install it. that includes getting a bucket to remove the existing p-trap. unscrew everything (no tools even needed)...take out old p-trap, put this one in...screwed everything back on.
turned on the water...watch it flow through...watch water fill in air to create sewer seal (as is intent of p-trap)...but, can see what is sitting in there if. If it ever gets clogged...turn the wheel...done!
for those that would rather replace a trap ($2-$4) everytime it gets clogged...or buy expensive chemicals or buy tools to snake in there...then, that's your choice. for me $20 to get this, install it, and always see what's trapped and easy to remove clogs...no question, easy piezy lemon squeezy!!!
Uploading photo so that you see what it looks like installed. again, everything fit perfectly and easily for me.
BUY IT, INSTALL IT, Never CLOG!
Great for bathroomsJanuary 13, 2010 John Skotnik(Lake Tahoe, USA) 10 out of 11 found this review helpful
Like most men, I have facial hair that requires the occasional trimming/shaving/shaping/modifying. I usually perform said maintenance over my bathroom sink. Unfortunately, everywhere I've ever lived and shaved at, the sink starts to clog. Doesn't matter if I diligently remove move of the hair and throw it in the trash, some works its way into the drain and eventually slows the draining process, which means that I periodically need to run some Liquid Plumber down the drain.
This has always bothered me (and I'm sure the chemicals I'm dumping down the drain aren't exactly helping the water supply), so I thought I'd look for a solution.
Behold the PermaFLOW Never-Clog Drain.
I bought this during the holiday sale (did next to no research on it other than reading a few reviews) because it was about the price of the big Liquid Plumber and I figured it was worth a shot. It works.
Installation is simple. I needed a set of Channel lock Pliers to loosen the previous plastic piping; said piping (already starting to get clogged up again) was then dropped in my bucket while I installed the new P Trap. There are 2 sets of washers and nuts for each side, which I presume are sized for the most common pipes; the larger one fit mine nice and tight. I screwed it on hand tight then gave it an extra quarter turn. Flipped on the water, no leaks!
Then I read the instructions and learned the correct position for the internal piece, adjusted the wheel and the drain seemed to clear faster. Thus far (less than a month after installation), I have yet to notice any build up inside the pipe, however I know that if I did, I could just turn on the water and rotate the wheel to clear it.
PERMAFLOW REVIEWMarch 26, 2010 Michael B. Carraway 6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I read all of the reviews of this product, pro and con, including the responses by the manufacturer. I decided to order two of them to try. They were easy to install and haven't leaked a drop. I am going to order two more. To those who gave the product bad reviews, either you haven't tried them or you did something wrong. I think one of the problems some people have may be caused by over tightening. Hand tighten only worked fine for my. Just my opinion.
happy sinkAugust 30, 2010 Barbara Edminster(HAVANA, ARKANSAS, US) easy to install, will never have to worry about gunk in the trap again, looks and works as advertised.
Excellent productMay 8, 2009 G. Wood(OK) 24 out of 47 found this review helpful
I purchased 6 PermaFlow products to put into a new home. They work wonderfully. It is so helpful to have a visual of what is or is not in the drain! I recommend them to all my friends. Simple but effective!
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