Established in 2010, the developers have over 40 years combined trade experience and with this knowledge have created unique and innovative products to meet Australia and New Zealand specifications.

Lauxes has a vast range of unique, cost effective and versatile drainage solutions for indoor and outdoor wet areas.

All Lauxes products have been customised and developed to the highest level of WaterMark Level 2 Certification in accordance with the Australian Technical Specifications 5200.040.

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Why Choose Lauxes?

Lauxes understands that square pegs don’t fit into round holes, which is why they developed a product designed by trade for trade as a problem solver.

The customisable options and ease of on-site install makes Lauxes grates a builder’s choice and the functionality, durability and affordability makes it the number one consumer choice!

ALL LAUXES PRODUCTS ARE ANODISED ALUMINIUM

 
What is anodised aluminium?
Anodised aluminium is an electrochemical process where the surface of the aluminium and its alloys are coated to a porous aluminium oxide. Anodising is used to increase the thickness of the natural oxide layer on the surface of the metal parts.
 
Anodising increases common erosion resistance and wear resistance, making it the second hardest substance known to man (only to be surpassed by diamond).
 
The oxide on aluminium is naturally corrosion resistant, making it a very hard, abrasive resistant and an insulator.
 

Why Anodise?

Anodising process is an electrolytic process for producing thick oxide coating producing a bonded finish that resists corrosion, abrasion and exposure to high industrial, marine and other severe environments.  The result of the finish can include either a clear finish or coloured anodic films which will retain and enhance its inherent beauty of the aluminium. Thickness can be controlled and film thickness can range from 10 to 25 microns.
 
It’s robust features and aesthetics of the anodised aluminium makes it ideal for both residential or commercial projects.
 
Since the introduction of aluminium in the 1920’s, finishing techniques have continued to be refined and with recent breakthroughs in colouring techniques anodising products one of the best aluminium finishing options in the industry.
 

Benefits:

Durability: long life span
Abrasion resistance: Aluminium oxide is a very hard compound, which is second only to diamond on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness.
Colour stability: Anodic coating does not chip or peel.
Maintenance: Easy to maintain from install, cutting, cleaning
Aesthetics: Becoming vastly popular in both indoor-outdoor applications as the material of choice
Affordability: Affordable alternative to what is currently in the marketplace that provided matches durability, functionality and price
Health & Safety: Anodising is a safe process and is not harmful to human health. The anodised finish in non-toxic and heat-resistant.
Quality Control: Meeting Australian and NZ standards and a Level 2 Watermark Certification
Lifetime Guarantee: Yes
Rustproof Guarantee: Yes
Environmentally friendly: Yes
 

Did you know?

According to the Aluminium Anodizers Council 
Anodised aluminium:
Protects satellites from the harsh environment of space.
Considered environmentally safe, producing few, if any, harmful effects on land, air, or water.
Used in one of the world’s tallest buildings — the Sears Tower in Chicago, Illinois.
Revolutionised the construction of computer hardware, exhibit displays for trade shows, scientific instruments, and a constantly expanding array of home appliances, consumer products, and building materials.
 
 
 
 
 

ALL LAUXES PRODUCTS ARE WATERMARKED

 
 
You have probably been into stores and seen this W logo on products are not sure what it all means?
 
Non-compliant products and materials within the plumbing industry can lead to all sorts of problems for consumers and may cause contamination within the drinking water system and cause community health issues, resulting in greater strains on our health system.
 
Originating in 1988 as the National Certification Plumbing and Drainage Products Scheme and later changing to the Watermark Certification, the objective of the Scheme is to provide a uniform national approach to plumbing approved products. Thus, ensuring certain drainage and plumbing products are fit for purpose and installation.
 
To receive Watermark Certification, the material or product MUST:
 
Be tested by an accredited testing laboratory
Comply with an approved specification (either a relevant existing standard or an approved Watermark Technical Specification;
Be manufactured in accordance with an approved Quality Assurance Program;
Carry a warranty.
 
According to the Australian Building Codes Board “The Watermark Certification Scheme (The Scheme) is a mandatory certification scheme for plumbing and drainage materials and products to ensure they are fit for purpose and appropriately authorised for use in plumbing and drainage installations.”
 
Under the scheme, approval is based on the certification of products to nominated standards and Technical Specifications as listed in AS 5200.000-2006, and to a Certification Level generally related to a product’s application within the plumbing system. Products that are not specifically listed can be assessed if authorisation is required by the development of a Technical Specification and the allocation of a Certification Level. There are two types of certifications based on the product type:
Level 1:
Water heaters
Hot and cold-water supply pipes and fitting
Taps and valves
Sanitary fixtures – water closets, bidet/bidettes
Appliances
Water filters and water treatment devices
Level 2:
Sanitary and drainage pipes and fittings
Sanitary and drainage valves
Appliances (low/medium hazard)
When installing any of these products its best to check with your licensed contractor about whether your product holds a Watermark Certification because it could end up costing a lot more in the long run if it’s not.
 
 
For more information on Watermark Certification visit www.abcb.gov.au/Product-Certification/WaterMark-Certification-Scheme

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