Tiling Accessories, Drains & Pool Skimmer Lids

It’s often the finishing details that bring a tiling project together. At MDC Tiles, we offer tiling tools, tile spacers, floor wastes, strip drains and pool skimmer lids to help you plan a practical, coordinated finish for your bathroom, outdoor area or pool surrounds.

Browse our accessories below, or visit our Miranda showroom in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire. Our friendly tile & surface design specialists can help you compare finishes and work through the extras to discuss with your tiler, plumber or pool builder.

Explore our tiling accessories

Tiling tools & spacers

From setting out grout joints to cutting and finishing, the right tools help support a neat installation. Our range includes T spacers and cross spacers, diamond cutting blades, grinding wheels and other tiling consumables, with products from brands including Diarex and Klingspor. Choose tools suited to your tile material and equipment, and confirm the appropriate grout joint width with your tiler.

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Floor wastes, shower drains & strip drains

A drain is a practical detail that also influences the look of your tiled space. Explore floor drainage options including channel strip drains, tile insert grates and heel guard grates. Selected ranges offer finishes such as brushed silver, nickel, gold, gunmetal and black, making it easier to coordinate with your surrounding finishes.

Plan your drain before tiling begins. Your plumber and tiler should confirm the required dimensions, outlet position, installation depth, falls and suitability for the intended location. A tile insert option can carry your chosen tile through the drain cover for a more discreet appearance.

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Pool skimmer lids & access covers

Create a coordinated pool surround with an infill skimmer lid that can be finished to complement your tiles, stone or paving. Our skimmer lid category includes HIDE skimmer lids, access covers and drain covers in a selection of sizes and infill depths.

Before ordering, ask your pool builder to check the skimmer box or access opening, cover dimensions, paving thickness and required infill depth. Compatibility and installation requirements vary between models, so choosing the correct cover early can help avoid changes later.

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Planning the extras for your project

• Bathroom renovation: choose your drain alongside your tiles and tapware, and confirm the installation requirements before work begins.
• Outdoor or pool project: coordinate visible covers with your paving and check dimensions and suitability with your installer.
• Tiling preparation: check your tools, spacers and cutting accessories against the tile material and planned joint width.

Also need installation and care products? Explore our adhesives, grouts, silicones, sealers and other tiling products. Product selection should suit your surface, substrate and application, with installation carried out to the relevant manufacturer’s instructions.

Common questions about tiling accessories

When should I choose my shower drain?

Choose it during the planning stage, before the plumbing, floor preparation and tiling are finalised. This gives your trades time to coordinate the outlet, installation height and floor falls with your tile selection.

Will any skimmer lid fit my pool?

No. Skimmer lids differ in size, opening requirements and infill depth. Check the specific model with your pool builder before ordering, particularly when matching thick stone or pavers.

Can you help me choose matching finishes?

Absolutely. Bring your tile samples, tapware finish and project measurements to our Miranda showroom. We can help you compare the available options and identify the details your installer needs to confirm. Contact us for current availability and ordering enquiries.