Gutters are one of the elements that allow proper drainage of water from the roof. It is very important that the system is implemented correctly to prevent serious consequences, such as flooding of the building's facade. How to choose the correct gutter? What products will work best?
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Types of gutters
Gutters play a very important role, preventing flooding of the facade and building and eliminating the risk of biological corrosion. However, in order to fulfill their role effectively, they must be properly selected and installed correctly.
Currently, various guttering variants are used. Depending on the material from which they are made, the following can be distinguished:
- gutters made of coated sheet metal, covered with a special coating to protect against corrosion, available in various colors, are durable and resistant to loads and various weather conditions,
- PVC gutters , i.e. made of plastic, mainly polyvinyl chloride, thanks to mass dyeing, they are available in various colors, PVC material does not corrode and is very durable,
- aluminum gutters, made of aluminum sheet, also resistant to corrosion, can be varnished, painted or given a special protective coating to protect the system components against atmospheric factors, they are also characterized by high resistance to mechanical damage, they are light gutters that do not burden excessively roof,
- galvanized gutters with special protection against weather conditions and corrosion,
- titanium-zinc gutters are high-quality products with a rough surface,
- Copper gutters are of high quality and attractive appearance, used mainly in high-budget projects where the whole thing has to look really perfect, as well as in historic buildings, resistant to corrosion.
Apart from the material, gutters are divided according to the shape of their cross-section. This parameter determines, among others: system durability and throughput. The most common are semicircular gutters. Their greatest advantage is durability and high throughput. They are perfect as a gutter system for large roofs. In addition to elliptical gutters, trapezoidal, rectangular and cornice-shaped gutters are also used, but due to their limitations, they are more suitable for smaller areas.
How to choose the type of gutter and what do we recommend?
The type of gutters must always be individually tailored to the needs of a given building. The most important thing is the type of gutters, including their cross-section and the material from which they are made. Only then will the entire system be efficient and allow for effective water drainage. It is also worth paying special attention to the quality of the products, what do we recommend? What is needed to complete a full gutter system?
Gutter 130 130x4000, PVC Canyon
This is a perfect proposition for demanding customers, durable and solid. It is a long-term investment because the gutter does not deform and is resistant to corrosion and mechanical damage. The big advantage is that it does not require any maintenance. Gutter 130 130x4000, Canyon PVC is one of the deepest models currently available on the market. The product has all the necessary approvals and certificates confirming its quality.
Drain pipe 90x2000, socketless, Canyon PVC
In addition to gutters, other elements in the system are also important, such as the downpipe. Noteworthy is the Kanion PVC pipe , which is a socket-less pipe. This is an exceptionally durable proposition and resistant to adverse weather conditions. Resistant to mechanical and chemical corrosion, therefore they do not require any maintenance work. The big advantage is a long-term warranty and quick and efficient installation.
Drain funnel 130x90, PVC Canyon
The gutter and the pipe are basic elements, but their proper connection is equally important, which is why it is so important to properly match the connecting elements. One of the critical points is the double-sided drain funnel , made of PVC polyvinyl chloride. Please note that these are parts available in different variants, so you need to pay special attention to properly match the elements.
External corner sofa 130x130/90, PVC Canyon
The complete gutter system also includes high-quality corners , mounted where it is necessary to change the direction of the water drainage system. Kanion brand products made of plastic are a great, solid and durable solution, resistant to mechanical damage. Made of good quality materials, in accordance with applicable standards, it is an investment for years.
Kanyon PVC single-socket and double-socket elbow
Elbows are other connecting elements used in the gutter system. They can connect subsequent downspouts or are used as a spout attached to the downpipe. When looking for an appropriate solution, two variants should be taken into account - single-socket elbows and double-socket elbows . They are available with two angle options - 45 or 90 degrees, depending on the system design.