Price range: £71.47 through £163.78 +VAT
Upgrade your rainwater system with our Cast Iron Half-Round Guttering, a perfect blend of durability and traditional aesthetics. Available in sizes 100mm (4″), 115mm (4.5″), 125mm (5″), and 150mm (6″), these genuine cast iron rainwater systems are offered in primed, black, or RAL-coloured finishes, along with traditional linseed heritage paint finishes to match any building style.
Our cast iron half-round gutters are perfect for both historic restorations and contemporary constructions. They preserve the authentic look of listed buildings and heritage properties while offering modern functionality. Modern architecture provides a touch of timeless sophistication and seamlessly complements contemporary designs.
Enhance the longevity and aesthetic appeal of your building with our high-quality cast iron half-round guttering. Whether for a heritage property, a listed building, or a modern construction, this rainwater system offers unparalleled durability and style.
Historic Buildings: This cast iron rainwater system is ideal for preserving the authentic look of listed buildings and heritage properties while providing modern functionality. Its traditional design maintains the building’s aesthetic value, making it perfect for restoration and conservation projects. The robust nature of our cast iron guttering contributes to the longevity and life expectancy of the building’s exterior, ensuring its historical integrity is preserved for years to come.
Modern Construction: Even contemporary buildings can benefit from the classic elegance of our cast iron gutters and pipes. The robust nature of cast iron ensures it will stand the test of time, providing a touch of timeless sophistication to modern designs. This cast iron rainwater system complements modern architecture and supports environmental sustainability due to its longevity and durability. Investing in cast iron guttering means choosing a product that reduces the need for frequent replacements, thus promoting eco-friendly building practices.
Areas with Harsh Weather: Cast iron guttering is highly resistant to extreme weather conditions, making it ideal for areas that experience heavy rain, snow, strong winds, and coastal locations. Its durability and strength ensure long-lasting performance, protecting your building from harsh climates without compromising functionality. Cast iron gutters are particularly beneficial in these environments due to their long life expectancy and ability to withstand severe weather, ensuring your property remains protected and functional.
| Size/Finish | Primer 100mm, Primer 115mm, Primer 125mm, Primer 150mm, Black 100mm, Black 115mm, Black 125mm, Black 150mm |
|---|
We are able to place dates and initials and insignia onto most of our flat faced rainwater hopper heads.
We do offer a range of Ogee patterned gutters in both straight and radius profiles. The straight profiles are much more common and as such cost less.
Yes. All our mild steel brackets are supplied in either silver or black zinc plate. This coating protects the metal however, both will need painting prior to installation.
We have chosen to use zinc plating for two reasons; firstly that it is a more environmentally friendly than galvanising and secondly that it does not block up the threaded part of the rise and fall cups in the way that galvanising does.
BTU stand’s for British Thermal Units. This was the old (Imperial) measurement for heat in connection with plumbing. Although BTU’s is a term still commonly used within the heating and plumbing, the industry is now going over to KW’s Kilowatts.
Our standard spike or sturt length is 300mm (12″). Other sizes are available upon request.
All of our cast iron radiators are availbale as standard with a 1/2″ BSP (15mm) connection. We are though also able to supply many of our radiators and valves with 3/4″ BSP connections. Due to the size proportions of some radiators and valves 3/4″ connections may be more suitable.
Casting of iron is an imperfect processs. It is possible with some cast iron radiators that you will get minor imperfections in the surface finish. When radiators are painted this will reduce and over the years every additional coat of paint applied will provide a smoother more equal finish.
Most old buildings have cast iron rainwater systems that should be maintained and preserved however; these inherent benefits make cast iron an ideal choice for both traditional and modern installations. It is not uncommon to see modern alternative products marketed with terms like low maintenance or easy to install and cost effective. It has even been said that ‘plastic guttering systems provide a way of achieving a traditional look with modern convenience
As well as being easier to produce, the material enabled eaves gutters to be installed more simply, since lead could only be used in this location as a lining for timber gutters. Many modern materials focus on replicating the appearance of cast iron but those materials can vary rarely offer any of the benefits. Cast iron gutters and pipes offer great strength and durability, a proven history of long life, low noise operation and fire resistance.
Most old buildings have cast iron rainwater systems that should be maintained and preserved however; these inherent benefits make cast iron an ideal choice for both traditional and modern installations. It is not uncommon to see modern alternative products marketed with terms like low maintenance or easy to install and cost effective. It has even been said that ‘plastic guttering systems provide a way of achieving a traditional look with modern convenience’.
These terms tend to refer to possible cost savings rather than any real product benefits. It is also difficult to quantify the benefits of modern convenience over traditional build quality. It is worth remembering that all rainwater goods will require some element of maintaining to ensure they are unblocked by debris and remain functional. No rainwater system cleans itself.
Today most suppliers of cast iron rainwater systems offer products in both primer or pre-painted with a 10 year protective coating. When describing modern materials, the term ‘cost effective’ is used rather than simply saying cheap. There is no doubt that the initial cost of many modern materials is less than cast iron but you might be surprised to know that over its lifespan, cast iron will cost around a third of plastic.
The standards for our cast iron gutters and pipes have remained remarkably constant for many years. The physical properties of cast iron are sustained throughout its lifetime thus maintaining its effectiveness. Coupled with is durability and proper maintenance, we would expect our traditional cast iron rainwater products to last for over 50 years under normal conditions.
With National Maintenance week fast approaching (18th – 25th November 2011), Tuscan Foundry Products Ltd have decided to help period property owners look after rainwater systems by offering big discounts on selected cast iron gutters, pipes and fittings.
Friday 25th November is designated as National Gutters Day and on this particular day, homeowners are encouraged to check their systems for evidence of damage. Repairing sections of damaged cast iron gutter and pipe can help avoid potentially thousands of pounds of damage to brickwork.
Tuscan is offering these savings across a range of profiles and includes both primer and painted stock. The offers will only be available whilst stocks last so visit our website to view our discounted cast iron rainwater goods today.
For more information concerning National Maintenance Week visit the Society for the Protect of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) at www.maintainyourbuilding.org.uk
