GUIDE TO PLANNING & INSTALLATION
Learn about Duragutter and get a quote
Explore our Traditional and Modern styles and browse
our project gallery to see what you can accomplish with our architectural gutter system. ​​​
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best meet your functional and aesthetic requirements.
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Planning your Project
Please get in touch with the following information, and we will promptly quote your project:
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Architectural drawings and/or photos with rough measurements that show the intended location of gutters. Is the project an existing building or new construction?
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Corner and end conditions: Do the gutters return at the corners, meet a piece of trim, butt into a wall, remain exposed as an architectural element, or other?
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Interface with cladding, trim and roofing: Are you trying to reproduce a historic detail? Do you want to conceal the gutter behind your trim or cladding? Let us know about any relevant design details.
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Installation: Do you want to use our New England based installation team, or have your team cover installation?
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We will specify all the parts you need based on the specific requirements of your project, but it’s helpful to familiarize yourself with the system to understand the various options.
We work with architects, contractors, and homeowners to determine the best gutter style and architectural details for your project. These details include the building style and specific interfaces with the exterior cladding, roofing, and trim.
Once these details are decided on, we can provide a quote with the gutters, parts and accessories required.
UNDERSTANDING THE DURAGUTTER SYSTEM
Overview:
Duragutter comes in lengths from 24' - 29' which are field cut and joined with a system of concealed pins. The pins are glued into internal keyways to enable a flush outside face with no visible connectors. Joints are quickly and easily sealed with supplied precut pieces of TPO peel-and-stick tape.
Tip: When figuring how many gutter lengths you need, create a cut plan to optimize stock and location of joints.
​​Gutter Lengths
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Installing Duragutter is similar to installing wood trim- long pieces are field cut to length, and ends are either butt-jointed or mitered.
The following Duragutter profiles come in 25’ lengths: OG-5, OG-6, FB, SQ, TR, GR
The following Duragutter profiles come in 24' - 6" lengths: WG, KE, TL
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Longer lengths can be purchased, subject to order size and lead time. Keep in mind that 29’ is the longest length that can be powder-coated. Inquire for details.
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Required Installation Tools:
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-12" sliding compound miter saw with minimum 80 tooth blade
- Large C-clamp and miter clamp (we can include with your order)
- 7/16" drill bit
- Hole saw (depending on outlet)
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Radius Gutters
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Yes, we can bend Duragutter to almost any radius!
Our bending process produces a seamless curve without facets.
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Finish Options
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Most profiles come powder-coated in a IFS super durable polyester powder. This finish meets and exceeds the performance requirements of AAMA 2604. Most profiles are stocked in white and/or black, call for specific color availability. Custom color powder coating is available (may incur additional cost and/or lead time). The gutters can also be field painted to match existing trim.​
Painting Duragutter
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Painting over powder coat is a simple process. Follow these instructions to ensure that the paint adheres properly:
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1. Wash the gutters with water and mild detergent (1-2 Tbsp of dish soap per gallon of water). Rinse with clean water, let dry completely.
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2. Scuff the gutters lightly with a red Scotch Brite pad. (We can include this with your order).
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3. Wipe the gutters with a damp microfiber cloth.
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4. Apply the primer. Use Insl-X Stix Water-Based Acrylic Urethane Bonding Primer or a similar bonding primer. Follow primer instructions on drying time before applying finish coat.
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5. Apply finish coat(s) of desired exterior paint. No special paint is required, as the primer is bonded to the powder coat.
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