Summary:
– What is aluminum gutter?
– Installation of the aluminum gutter
– Dimensions and connections of the aluminum gutter
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– Steel gutter: the strongest material
– Installation of the steel gutter: no welding, no glue
– Dimensions of steel gutter
The choice of gutters is very important for a healthy and sustainable dwelling. The configuration of your roof as well as the climatic constraints of your region must be taken into consideration. Which materials should you choose for your gutters?
Gutters are available in many different materials:
– the aluminum gutter: the lightest,
– the PVC gutter: the most economical,
– the copper gutter: the noblest, but the most expensive,
– the zinc gutter: the most common,
– the galvanized steel gutter: the strongest,
– the wooden gutter: the most rustic,
– the composite gutter: the rarest.
This post makes a comparison between the aluminum gutter and the steel gutter – the 2 popular types of gutters to help to make the right choice of gutters!
What is aluminum gutter?
The aluminum gutter is a product that is becoming more and more popular. It elegantly contributes to modern architecture and fits all types of gutters. Its colored lacquered versions allow it to participate in the harmony of any facade (the colors of an aluminum gutter can range from white to black, red, blue, green, brown, etc.).
The aluminum gutter has interesting resistance qualities:
– a very low weight,
– a very simple interview,
– good resistance to corrosion and chemical aggression, weathering,
– in lacquered version, its mechanical resistance and service life are increased.
Good to know: aluminum is easily recyclable.
Installing the aluminum gutter
When laying the aluminum gutter, a suitable slope must be observed, to drain off rainwater as well as possible.
The aluminum gutter is available as a hanging gutter or as a creeping gutter. It can be manufactured on site, using a professional roll former in a workshop vehicle to customize the design of your gutters.
With this process, there are no connection problems and it becomes easier to equip long roofs.
However, if they are in pieces, the aluminum gutters can be embedded:
– the mixed element is fitted into the female element.
– the overlap must be more than 5 cm so that variations in the material with temperature, expansion or contraction do not lead to leaks.
– in all cases (manufactured continuously on site or delivered in elements), the aluminum gutters have no welded seams.
Dimensions and connections of the aluminum gutter
The lacquered aluminum gutters are available in various sizes:
– diameter: 60, 80, 100 mm,
– standard developed in 300 to 380,
– made to measure (standard lengths are usually 2 or 4 meters).
All the following elements are available in aluminum:
– gutter profile,
– gutter support, hook or bracket fold down,
– variable angle elbow (90°, 60°, 45°) in or out,
– junction,
– necklace,
– toad,
– gutter bottom, right or left, gutter birth,
– down pipe of section 60×80 or 70×110, or of diameter 80 or 100 mm.
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Steel gutter: the strongest material
The steel gutter is ideal in mountainous areas. Gutters are often made of galvanized steel: the steel is coated with zinc or a zinc alloy using an electroplating technique.
This process increases the properties of the material:
– very good resistance to corrosion and acid rain,
– greater strength than aluminum gutters,
– low coefficients of deformation and expansion: galvanized steel is subject to strong climatic variations,
– maintenance-free.
These gutters are coated on both sides with a layer of paint, enamel or thermoplastic resin (the most resistant), which are available in several colors: white, red, gray, metallic, etc.
Installation of the steel gutter: no welding, no glue
The steel gutter is also available as a hanging gutter or as a creeping gutter. During installation, a slope of 5 mm must be observed to evacuate rainwater as well as possible.
You can call CAG Solutions Corp. if you are looking for a rain gutter specialist in Hialeah.
Dimensions
The choice of steel gutter dimensions varies according to the roof:
– diameter: 80 or 125 mm,
– standard length: 2 or 4 meters.
– connections: the steel gutters fit male element into female element.
The overlap must be greater than 5 cm, so that variations in the material with temperature, expansion or contraction do not lead to leaks.
It is advisable to install a sealing gasket.
Connecting elements: profile, elbow, down pipe…
All of the following elements are available in steel:
– gutter profile,
– gutter support, hook or bracket fold down,
– variable angle elbow (90°, 60°, 45°) in or out, joint, clamp,
– gutter bottom, right or left,
– down pipe diameter 60 or 80 mm.
So, in the end, both aluminum gutters and steel gutters have their own qualities. Hope the above helps you decide which one is better for your needs. Remember to leave your comments below.
