Euro Bead Half Round Gutters

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Euro Bead Half-Round Gutters

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Euro Bead gutters or Traditional Bead gutters get their name because of the shape of their bead, which curls outwards rather than inwards, like a reverse bead gutter. For this reason, raw materials are normally used, or materials that are coated on both sides, since the finish inside of the gutter is exposed on the outside of the bead.

At K&M Sheet Metal and Gutter Supply, we offer our Euro Gutters in 10′ and 19.5'.

We also offer custom lengths, colors and materials along with downspouts, elbows, hangers, end caps, outlets and any other gutter accessories needed.

Have a picture or drawing of something else you'd like for us to manufacture? Let us know. We may be able to custom manufacture it for you.
Just email us photos, drawings, material specs and K&M will let you know if it's something we can help you with.

Submittals & Downloads

PDF - 5" Euro traditional single bead gutter
PDF - 6" Euro traditional single bead gutter
PDF - 7" Euro traditional single bead gutter
PDF - 7.6" Euro traditional single bead gutter
PDF - 8" Euro traditional single bead gutter

Color and Material Options
Common Material Options for Gutters
Bonderized Steel

Bonderized Steel

Copper

Copper

Freedom gray

Freedom Gray

Galvalume Plus

Galvalume Plus

Galvanized Steel

Galvanized Steel

Lead coated copper

Lead Coated Copper

Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Zinc

Zinc

Other colors, materials and thickness may be available upon request. Colors displayed for reference only.
Please click here for a full selection of colors and materials offered.

Choosing the Right Material

Steel vs. Galvalume Plus vs. Aluminum vs. Copper vs. Zinc, so many choices!

  • Aluminum Gutters: 0.032" or 0.040". Will need to be painted due to the bead curling out.
  • Galvalume Plus Gutters: A solid approach for looks and durability. Galvalume metals are more rigid than aluminum and can withstand more abuse while being highly resistant to rusting.
  • Galvalume/Steel Gutters: 24 gauge. Would need to be painted. This would not be the best choice as far a a premium being paid for a coating that would be painted over.
  • Galvanized Steel Gutters: A special order item. Galvanized does rust quicker than Galvalume, but lengths/miters/end caps can be soldered.
  • Bonderized Steel/Paint Grip Gutters: Galvanized material that's prepped for painting, for those customers looking for an specific color.
  • Copper Gutters: The classic choice. Although not the cheapest, copper gutters look great and allow for a much more robust gutter system. The main advantage of putting up a copper gutter system is that all joints can and should be soldered. This allows for a long lasting product/system that can withstand the most harsh environments. It is one of the most commonly used system in areas of heavy rain and snow.
  • Zinc Gutters: Offering the same advantages as copper, zinc also patinas is a less dramatic way than copper. It is a malleable metal that can also be soldered.
  • Freedom Gray Gutters: Zinc/Tin coated copper. Offer the same advantages as copper, in a silver-ish coating that develops a patina over time.
  • Lead Coated Copper: Lcc gutters are as effective as copper and freedom gray with the advantage of already having lead on them, which means that any soldered joins are much less visible. LCC is a copper based product with a coating of lead applied.

FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Euro Bead and Reverse Bead?

Euro Bead/Traditional Bead gutters were and still are manually made by rolling a piece of metal to achieve the shape of the gutter, then curling the front bead outwards. Because this bead is curled outwards, it exposes the unfinished side of the metal (for painted materials), which is why the Reverse Bead gutter was developed. It allows for painted material, such as aluminum or steel to be used, with the bead being reversed, curling in.

How do I join two pieces of gutter?

To put 2 lengths of gutter together, simply cut back the front bead / lip of one of the gutter lengths by 1" or more depending on your needs. Do the same for the hem in the back if present. Cut where needed to create tabs. Overlap the 2 lengths of the gutter and join them by soldering if possible, or with zip screws / rivets and sealer if not. Coupling pieces can be manufactured if needed. Keep in mind that using a coupling piece like a cover plate gives the appearance of 2 seams. Splice plates can also be manufactured. Unlike cover plates, these sit on the inside of the gutter, giving the appearance of one seam, like overlapping 2 gutter lengths. Both are special order items.

How are miters attached?

Same as attaching 2 lengths of gutter.

Are miters needed?

Miters are not needed, they are simply used to make installation much faster. However, mitering the actual ends of gutter lengths, and making them meet, creates a nicer looking miter, since instead of 3 visible seams, only one would exist.
Most don't opt to miter the lengths of a gutter because it takes much longer, and if a mistake is made, it can effetely ruin a length of gutter.

What are the available lengths for half round gutters?

Euro bead gutters are manually formed, therefore these are available in 10' or 19.5'.

What is the best material for gutters?

The one that achieves the look you're going for.
Soldered seams are better, and create a longer lasting system, specially in areas with lots of rain and snow. Those are, copper, lead coated copper, freedom gray and zinc.
Galvanized and bonderized can be soldered but rust quicker than Galvalume metals.

What size downspout needs to be used with half round gutters?

The typical installation method is: 3" downspouts with 5" gutters, 4" with 6", 5" with 7" and 6" with 8". However, this is not a rule and larger or smaller downspouts can be used, as long as they are smaller than the depth of the gutter.

How are half round gutters measured?

By measuring the depth, without including the bead(s).

K&M Sheet Metal offers nationwide shipping. We supply custom metal chimney caps to Contractors and Home Owners all over the country, as well as our local North Carolina Market (Raleigh, Charlotte, Durham).

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