Bath wastes rarely line up perfectly with the drain below — especially with freestanding baths, spa shells, corner baths and renovations where the new bath doesn't sit where the old one did. A flexible bath connector (often called a bath bend) bridges that gap without cutting into framing or re-running the drain. PSA's range has four versions, and choosing between them comes down to two questions: do you need a waste, and how far is the gap?
How they work
The Art flexible bath connector has a corrugated 40mm polyethylene body that compresses, stretches and bends to line up with an off-centre or angled waste outlet. Both ends are 40mm push-fit sockets to suit standard 40mm PVC DWV. You cut it to length within its adjustment range. It's WaterMark certified.
The four versions
| SKU | Version | Length / adjustment | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31917 | Universal (natural plastic, no waste) | 300mm — adjusts 120–350mm | $30.75 |
| 31916 | Universal (natural plastic, no waste) | 600mm — adjusts 120–650mm | $32.95 |
| 31927.01 / .11 | Plug & Waste, chrome / white | 300mm — adjusts 120–350mm | $43.95 / $35.15 |
| 31926.01 / .11 | Plug & Waste, chrome / white | 600mm — adjusts 120–650mm | $45.05 / $37.35 |
Universal or plug & waste?
- Universal (31916 / 31917): just the flexible connector. Use it when the bath already has a waste you're keeping, or you're fitting a specific waste and overflow to suit the bath.
- Plug & Waste (31926 / 31927): a complete one-piece drain with an integrated Art plug-and-waste assembly and elbow. Ideal for freestanding baths, spa shells and corner installations with limited access underneath, where fewer joints means fewer places to leak. The waste has 0–20mm of lateral angular adjustment, and the flange is 70mm OD / 66mm ID — check that against the bath's waste hole. Chrome or white to match the bath fittings.
300mm or 600mm?
Measure from the bath waste outlet to the drain connection, following the path the connector will take (not a straight line if it has to bend). Then pick the version whose adjustment range covers that comfortably:
- Up to about 350mm — 300mm versions (120–350mm).
- 350–650mm — 600mm versions (120–650mm). Common on freestanding baths, where the waste sits away from the wall.
If you're near the top of a range, go up a size and cut it down. A connector stretched to its limit puts strain on the joints.
Installation tips
- Keep it falling. The connector must fall continuously toward the drain. Avoid sags or high points that hold water.
- Cut square and clean so the push-fit sockets seal fully.
- Leave access where you can. A freestanding bath can be moved; a built-in bath needs an access panel if the connection sits under it — see tile insert access panels.
- Test before closing up — fill the bath and release it while checking for leaks underneath.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a flexible bath connector?
The Art flexible bath connector is 40mm with 40mm push-fit sockets at both ends to suit standard 40mm PVC DWV pipe.
Which length bath connector do I need?
The 300mm versions adjust from 120 to 350mm, and the 600mm versions from 120 to 650mm. Measure the path from the bath waste to the drain and choose the range that covers it comfortably.
Does the bath connector come with a plug and waste?
The Plug & Waste versions (31926 and 31927) include an integrated plug-and-waste assembly and elbow in chrome or white. The Universal versions (31916 and 31917) don't include a waste.
Is the flexible bath connector WaterMark certified?
Yes. The Art flexible bath connector range is WaterMark certified.