Modular Overflow Grating Parallel Tile 24mm(h) x 245mm(w)

Wide-Format Modular Grating for Enhanced Overflow Capacity

When your pool installation requires the flexibility of modular tile construction combined with the enhanced coverage of wider dimensions, the 245mm wide Modular Overflow Grating Parallel Tile delivers the perfect solution. At 245mm wide—25% broader than the 195mm version—this click-together tile system provides increased overflow capacity and more substantial visual presence while maintaining all the installation flexibility and configurability advantages of the modular design. Ideal for larger residential pools, light commercial installations, or any project where enhanced width benefits performance or aesthetics.

Understanding the 245mm Wide Modular System

As a retailer of hot tub spare parts, I’ve observed how pool designs continue to evolve toward larger, more ambitious installations, and the 245mm modular tile responds to this trend. This wider format combines two valuable features: the enhanced overflow capacity and visual impact of broader grating with the remarkable installation flexibility that only modular tile systems can provide.

The 245mm width bridges the gap between standard 200mm grating and premium 250mm alternatives while maintaining the innovative male-female click-together connection system. Each tile interlocks with adjacent tiles tool-free, allowing you to build custom-length runs that navigate curves, accommodate irregular perimeters, and adjust precisely to your pool’s specific requirements—all while providing 25% more coverage area than the 195mm version.

The Wide-Format Modular Advantage

Enhanced Width Benefits

The 245mm dimension provides significant advantages over narrower alternatives:

Increased Coverage: Each tile covers approximately 245mm of pool perimeter—substantially more than 195mm tiles, reducing the number of tiles needed for a given length.

Greater Overflow Capacity: Wider grating accommodates broader overflow channels, enabling collection of larger water volumes essential for pools with higher bather loads or splash-intensive activities.

Visual Presence: The more substantial width creates a bolder, more impressive perimeter treatment appropriate to larger pools and upscale installations.

Efficiency Gains: Fewer tiles needed to cover the same perimeter length means faster installation and fewer connection points.

Better Proportions: On pools exceeding 8-10 meters in any dimension, the 245mm width provides visual proportions more appropriate to the installation scale.

Maintained Modular Flexibility

Despite increased width, full modular system advantages are retained:

Click-Together Installation: Same tool-free male-female connection system as narrower tiles.

Custom Length Creation: Build runs of any length by clicking together required number of tiles.

Curve Navigation: Individual tiles can articulate to follow gentle pool curves.

Selective Replacement: Replace individual damaged tiles without disturbing entire installation.

Phased Installation: Install progressively as project proceeds rather than all at once.

Easy Maintenance Access: Lift tiles individually for channel cleaning beneath.

Thermal Expansion Accommodation

Like all modular tiles in this system: Product supplied slightly smaller than advertised (up to 3mm tolerance) to allow for expansion in indoor pool heat.

Design Intentional: The undersizing is engineered specifically for heated indoor pool environments where consistent warmth causes material expansion.

Gap Allowance: Small gaps between tiles (up to 3mm) accommodate expansion without creating buckling or stress.

Indoor Focus: Particularly important in heated indoor pools maintaining 28-32°C (82-90°F) ambient temperatures.

Planning Consideration: Account for these intentional gaps when calculating total coverage requirements.

Key Features and Benefits

Male-Female Interlocking System

The connection mechanism provides exceptional ease of use:

Tool-Free Assembly: No fasteners, clips, or special equipment required—tiles press together by hand.

Positive Engagement: Mechanical connection ensures tiles stay joined during normal use.

Reversible Connections: Can be disconnected when maintenance access or reconfiguration is needed.

Progressive Installation: Build your grating run tile by tile, verifying fit as you proceed.

Error Correction: Mistakes are easily corrected by disconnecting and repositioning tiles.

Premium 245mm Width

The wider dimension delivers multiple advantages:

25% More Coverage: Compared to 195mm tiles, each 245mm tile covers substantially more area.

Enhanced Capacity: Supports broader overflow channels for greater water collection volume.

Substantial Appearance: Creates more impressive visual impact appropriate to larger installations.

Reduced Tile Count: Fewer individual tiles needed, reducing installation time and connection points.

Improved Proportions: Better scale relationship with larger pools (10+ meters).

Standard 24mm Height

The 24mm profile provides optimal characteristics:

Enhanced Strength: 4mm taller than standard 20mm grating offers increased structural depth.

Better Debris Capture: Additional height improves ability to intercept debris before it enters channels.

Visual Substance: More substantial appearance signals quality and durability.

Deck Compatibility: Works with various standard deck heights and coping installations.

Durable Pool-Grade Construction

Manufactured from materials specifically formulated for pool environments:

UV Stabilization: Advanced additives protect against sun degradation for outdoor installations.

Chemical Resistance: Withstands continuous exposure to chlorine, bromine, salt systems, and pH adjusters.

Impact Resistance: Tough polymer construction withstands foot traffic and normal pool deck activities.

Temperature Performance: Maintains properties across typical pool environment temperature ranges.

Color Stability: Formulation resists fading and discoloration from chemical and UV exposure.

Anti-Slip Safety Surface

Textured top surface engineered for wet environment traction:

Slip Resistance: Provides secure footing critical around pool edges.

Comfort Balance: Texture effective for safety while remaining comfortable for bare feet.

Durability: Surface texture maintains effectiveness throughout product lifespan.

Safety Compliance: Designed to meet relevant safety standards for pool walking surfaces.

Injection Molding Quality

Modern manufacturing process ensures consistency:

Precision Production: Injection molding creates highly uniform, dimensionally accurate tiles.

Surface Characteristics: Darker colors may show very small marks from molding process (gate points, ejector pins, flow patterns)—these are normal manufacturing characteristics, not defects.

Material Consistency: Process ensures consistent material properties throughout each tile.

Quality Assurance: Modern manufacturing controls produce reliable, consistent products.

Applications and Design Scenarios

Larger Residential Pools

Homeowners with substantial pools benefit from enhanced width:

8-12 Meter Pools: Residential pools at the larger end of the size spectrum.

Entertainment-Focused Pools: Designed for frequent parties and gatherings with higher bather loads.

Architectural Pools: Custom designs where proportions demand more substantial grating.

Luxury Installations: Upscale homes where component quality matches overall project standards.

Multi-Feature Pools: Pools with slides, diving boards, or other features generating water displacement.

Light Commercial Installations

Small to medium commercial facilities appreciate the combination of width and flexibility:

Boutique Hotels: Small hotel pools requiring quality appearance and enhanced capacity.

Apartment Complexes: Residential complex pools serving multiple units with moderate to heavy use.

Health Clubs: Fitness facility pools for member recreation and aquatic classes.

Therapy Centers: Rehabilitation facility pools with specialized aquatic programs.

Private Clubs: Member facilities requiring professional appearance and reliable performance.

Indoor Pool Facilities

Particularly suited to climate-controlled environments:

Residential Indoor Pools: Home indoor pools with consistent warm temperatures requiring thermal expansion accommodation.

Hotel Indoor Pools: Hospitality indoor pools benefiting from enhanced capacity and easy installation.

Spa Facilities: Wellness center pools in temperature-controlled environments.

School Pools: Educational facility indoor pools for year-round instruction.

Community Center Pools: Municipal indoor aquatic facilities serving local populations.

Retrofit and Upgrade Projects

Ideal for replacing or upgrading existing systems:

Replacing Old Grating: Custom-fit new modular system to existing channels regardless of exact dimensions.

Capacity Upgrades: Replace narrower grating with 245mm width to increase overflow capacity.

System Modernization: Update dated facilities with contemporary modular components.

Partial Renovations: Update pool perimeter without complete facility reconstruction.

Dimensional Challenges: Solve fit issues with existing non-standard channel dimensions.

Installation Guidelines

Planning and Calculation

Systematic planning ensures optimal results:

Perimeter Measurement: Accurately measure total pool perimeter requiring grating coverage.

Tile Quantity Calculation:

• 5 tiles = 1.024 meters of coverage
• Example: 12-meter perimeter ÷ 1.024m = 11.7, round to 12 sets = 60 tiles

Expansion Gap Allowance: Remember tiles are intentionally undersized—factor small gaps into calculations.

Channel Width Verification: Confirm your channels are 245mm wide or have adequate width for these tiles.

Contingency Planning: Order 5-10% extra tiles for installation adjustments and future repairs.

Corner Considerations: Determine if special corner pieces are available or needed for your configuration.

Installation Process

Follow systematic approach for best results:

1. Channel Preparation: Clean channels thoroughly and verify level installation and proper drainage slope.
2. Starting Point Selection: Choose logical reference point (corner, wall, or fixed feature) for beginning installation.
3. First Tile Placement: Position initial tile carefully—its alignment determines subsequent tile positioning.
4. Progressive Assembly: Click tiles together one at a time, ensuring each connection fully engages.
5. Curve Management: On curved sections, allow natural articulation between tiles—don’t force alignment.
6. Regular Alignment Checks: Periodically verify that the run remains straight or follows intended curve properly.
7. Connection Verification: Ensure every connection is secure before proceeding to next section.
8. Final Inspection: Review completed installation for secure connections and proper tile seating.

Installation Tips

Work Methodically: Complete manageable sections systematically rather than jumping around the perimeter.

Temperature Awareness: If possible, install when ambient temperature is moderate (15-25°C / 59-77°F).

Don’t Force Connections: Click connections engage with firm but not excessive pressure—forcing can damage connection features.

Respect Expansion Gaps: Small gaps between tiles are intentional—don’t attempt to eliminate them.

Clean Progressively: Remove any debris from channels as you work that might prevent proper tile seating.

Check Fit Frequently: Verify fit and alignment regularly before completing large sections.

Maintenance and Longevity

Routine Maintenance

Modular tile systems are straightforward to maintain:

Surface Cleaning: Regular brushing, hosing, or pressure washing removes dirt, oils, and deposits from textured surface.

Channel Access: Easily lift individual tiles or tile sections for cleaning channels beneath.

Connection Inspection: Periodically verify connections remain secure, especially in high-traffic areas.

Damage Assessment: Inspect tiles regularly for cracks, warping, or other damage requiring replacement.

Expansion Gap Monitoring: Verify gaps remain appropriate—excessive gaps may indicate connection problems.

Replacement and Repair

Major advantage of modular systems:

Individual Tile Replacement: Remove and replace only damaged tiles without disturbing adjacent installation.

Minimal Disruption: Repairs are quick and localized rather than requiring extensive work.

Spare Tile Strategy: Keep extra tiles in storage for rapid response to damage.

Color Matching: Reference original product code when ordering replacements to ensure compatibility.

Connection Wear: Most likely wear point is connection mechanisms from repeated removal/installation.

Long-Term Performance

Expected Lifespan: 10-20 years in appropriate applications with proper care.

Indoor Advantage: Indoor installations protected from intense UV exposure typically last longer.

Surface Wear: High-traffic areas may show gradual wear on anti-slip texture over many years.

Material Stability: Quality polymer maintains properties throughout service life.

Color Retention: Indoor installations maintain appearance better than outdoor installations with intense sun.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Detail
Product Code	05582
Product Type	Wide-Format Modular Click-Together Overflow Grating
Tile Type	Parallel Tile
Width	245mm (supplied slightly smaller for thermal expansion)
Height	24mm
Connection System	Male-Female Click-Together
Coverage per Tile	Approximately 245mm linear
Coverage per 5 Tiles	1.024 meters
Width Advantage	25% more than 195mm tiles
Material	Pool-grade polymer with UV stabilization
Surface Finish	Anti-slip textured
Installation Method	Tool-free click-together assembly
Dimensional Tolerance	Up to 3mm undersized for thermal expansion accommodation
Application	Indoor pools, larger residential, light commercial
Color Options	Multiple (darker colors may show minor molding marks)
Manufacturing Process	Injection molding
Temperature Design	Optimized for heated indoor pool environments
Chemical Resistance	Resistant to all standard pool chemicals
UV Protection	Yes – suitable for outdoor use
Maintenance	Individual tile replacement capability
Installation Difficulty	Easy – DIY capable with basic skills
Tools Required	None
Expected Lifespan	10-20 years with proper maintenance
Key Advantages	Enhanced width, flexible configuration, easy installation
Channel Requirement	245mm wide overflow channels

Comparison: 195mm vs. 245mm Tiles

Understanding the differences helps select the optimal width:

Choose 195mm Tiles When:

• Smaller residential pools (under 8 meters)
• Existing channels are narrower than 245mm
• Tighter curves require maximum flexibility
• Standard overflow capacity is adequate
• Budget is primary consideration

Choose 245mm Tiles When:

• Larger pools (8+ meters in any dimension)
• Enhanced overflow capacity is beneficial
• Visual proportions favor wider grating
• Channels are 245mm wide or can accommodate this width
• Fewer tiles and faster installation are priorities
• More substantial appearance is desired

Ordering Considerations

Quantity Calculation

Unit Basis: Product sold individually by tile.

Coverage Rate: 5 tiles = 1.024 meters for planning purposes.

Expansion Factor: Account for intentional small gaps when calculating requirements.

Extra Tiles: Order 5-10% beyond calculated requirement for installation flexibility.

Future Inventory: Consider ordering additional tiles for future repairs or expansions.

Important Specifications

Thermal Expansion Design: Tiles intentionally supplied up to 3mm smaller than nominal—this is engineered design, not manufacturing defect.

Surface Marks: Darker colors may show small marks from injection molding (gate points, ejector pins)—normal characteristics.

Color Selection: Verify color choice, understanding darker colors show manufacturing features more visibly.

Channel Compatibility: Absolutely confirm your channels are 245mm wide or suitable for this tile width.

Cost-Benefit Analysis

The 245mm modular tile offers compelling value:

Enhanced Coverage: 25% more coverage per tile than 195mm version reduces total tile count needed.

Labor Efficiency: Fewer tiles to install reduces labor time and installation costs.

Precise Quantities: Purchase exactly what you need without waste from cutting long sections.

Replacement Economy: Replace only damaged individual tiles rather than complete sections.

Phased Investment: Can purchase and install in stages if project timeline or budget requires.

Long-Term Value: Modular replaceability and durability provide excellent lifecycle value.

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Note: The 245mm Modular Overflow Grating Parallel Tile is specifically engineered with thermal expansion accommodation for indoor heated pool environments. The intentional undersizing (up to 3mm) prevents buckling from heat expansion. Darker colors may show minor injection molding process marks. This wider format provides 25% more coverage than 195mm tiles while maintaining full modular flexibility. Calculate quantities based on 5 tiles per 1.024 meters and verify channel width compatibility before ordering.