Gutters have been around since the beginning of time, dating as far back as the start of the Roman Empire! But, as we know, gutter design has come a long way since then. So, what are the current gutter design trends? Which innovations are leading the way?
Historically, gutters have consisted of wood, galvanized steel, and copper due to the practicality and abundance of these materials at the time of production. Recent gutter design trends have evolved towards the use of plastic and aluminium. The more durable of the two, aluminium guttering has proved to become very popular.
Not only is aluminium guttering more durable, but it is also more sustainable and corrosion-resistant, as well as easier to install. Enhancing the overall life expectancy of your gutter system, aluminium guttering will last you as long as 25+ years. That’s not to mention, it won’t rot or rust, and there would be no need for repainting after any inevitable wear-and-tear over the years.
Here at InterCounty, we offer a comprehensive range of aluminum guttering, ranging from ogee and half round profiles, to Victorian and extruded styles. Check out our wide range of Sectional Aluminium Guttering here.
Thanks to the technological advancements within the gutter industry in recent years, homeowners and businesses no longer need to worry about pesky leaks and costly repairs.
With the innovation of seamless guttering, the once long-standing issue of leakages at the seams of traditional gutters has been eradicated.
This is an area we at InterCounty are particularly passionate about, as our founder, Jerry Willock, was one of the first to introduce seamless aluminium gutters to the UK in 1982.
Our brand’s speciality, InterCounty Seamless Aluminium Guttering is skilfully manufactured by our team of experts on-site using BBA-approved aluminium coil, which is then shaped into the exact specification needed for each individual project.
But, it’s not just functionality that recent gutter design trends focus on, it’s also aesthetics. Nowadays, gutters can be customised by colour to enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of your building, match other unique elements of your property, or add a bold accent colour to make a statement.
Did you know we can powder-coat your aluminium rainwater goods in any RAL colour of your choice? Find out more here.
A super simple yet effective way to keep your gutters clog-free, gutter grids, or gutter guards as they are also known, have proved to become very popular as of late.
Gutter grids are designed to keep your gutter system free of debris, ensuring appropriate drainage and most importantly, preventing blockages. However, the material you choose is important.
Mesh gutter grids in particular stand out as the most effective choice – especially fine wire mesh. This is due to its ability to separate even the smallest of debris from rainwater.
Mesh gutter grids are available for our Seamless Aluminium Gutters at request.
Now that you’re clued up on the latest gutter design trends, why not contact us for a free, quick project quote today? Our friendly and knowledgeable team is always happy to help, simply give us a call on 0161 768 5282 or email us at sales@intercountyseamless.co.uk. Or, if you prefer, visit our website to fill in the contact form with your details and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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