Reverse Bead Half Round Gutters

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 bBead 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?

Reverse Bead gutters are roll formed (5" and 6"), which means they are made from coil stock fed through a machine. This allows for essentially "ifinite lengths". However, for shipping purposes, we only offer 10' and 20', unless picked up. 7" and 8" are manually formed, and available in 10' or 19.5'.
Euro Bead gutters and Double Bead Gutters are manually formed as well, and available in 10' and 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).