text: The 2-1/2" dia SS strainer fits perfectly inside of the drain cover and the mesh screen extends down into the drain pipe opening. With the cover on, it is invisible and doesn't protrude like other mesh drain screens. After use (me and wife) for the first time, the screen was loaded with 'stuff' . . . hair, grease, etc. It's easy to clean and will save you money b/c all of the 'stuff' collects in the screen and not in the shower drain pipe! Everybody should have one installed. And the price is right!