Every house needs a rainwater drainage system. You can choose a traditional system, but it is not always compatible with modern architectural solutions. In this case, it is advisable to choose the innovative Siba Tech, which is easily adapted to the shape of the house, or even a hidden rain drainage system, which is invisible to the eye, but performs its functions perfectly and allows the implementation of the most daring ideas for the exterior of the house.
The best materials for rainwater drainage systems
Downpipes, gutters, etc. of elements of the rainwater drainage system. installation completes the roofing works. Rain drainage systems not only drain the water of rain or melting snow from the roof – they give the facade of the building the appearance of a finished structure. When choosing a rain drainage system, it is always recommended to take into account the thickness of the tin, to check whether the gutters and downspouts are painted on both sides. For example, if the inner surface of the downpipe is covered only with soil, the product is not suitable for outdoor use. In winter, when ice accumulates inside downspouts and gutters, improperly coated steel is quickly damaged, microcracks appear, corrosion begins – shortening the service life of downspouts.
When improving rain drainage systems, the designers of the Scandinavian manufacturer Ruukki use their best experience accumulated over more than a century, that is, since 1923. The rain drainage systems produced by this company effectively protect building facades throughout Europe.
Ruukki rain drainage systems are suitable for all types of roof coverings, be it steel, tile, slate, bituminous or any other roof covering. The systems consist of gutters, downpipes, brackets and accessories in various colors and sizes. Drop by drop, water also wears away the stone, which is why Ruukki rain drainage systems are made of the best, environmentally friendly materials: hot-dip galvanized 0.60 mm thick special brand, high-strength steel, protected by GreenCoat RWS polymer, especially resistant to ultraviolet rays , acids, plaque formation and mechanical effects.
Currently, the Ruukki range of rain systems includes three solutions adapted to different needs: the "traditional" round system, the hidden gutter rain system, and this season's novelty, the universally designed deep gutter system Siba Tech.
The most popular of them, i.e. the "traditional" round rain drainage systems, are painted in nine different colors. Round systems in two sizes, ie 125/90 mm and 150/100 mm, can be adapted to various architectural solutions, both for new and renovated buildings.
If the roof or facade of the house is dominated by rectangular or minimalist style elements, the seasonal novelty installed on the rectangular side will be perfect – the universal "Siba Tech" rain system.
Takes into account the latest architectural trends
"The trend, when the roof covering is also used for the facade, is rapidly becoming popular not only in Lithuania or our neighboring countries, but also in Australia, Canada, the USA and other foreign countries. When implementing such design projects, quite often we receive questions about the connections of the roof and facade planes and water drainage", says Mantas Grigaliūnas, marketing manager of Ruukki Products AS for the Baltic countries.
These trends led Ruukki to develop a modern and efficient hidden rain drainage system. It does not matter whether the facade of the building will be covered with steel roofing, or if the facade will be plastered, brick, boards, or other finishes, the hidden rain drainage system is perfect for all objects where we want to aesthetically connect the roof without cornice with the facade of the building.
The gutters of such a system are safely hidden in the facade structure, and the only visible element of the entire system is the gutter curtains, which are attached to a specially designed base and guarantee greater wind resistance and rigidity of the entire system. The blinds can be covered with one of two durable Ruukki 50 Plus or Ruukki 40 quality class coatings and 4 trendy colors: RR2H3 anthracite, RR23 dark grey, RR33 black or RR22 grey. Therefore, the system can be perfectly adapted to roof and facade decoration.
With the installation of the hidden Ruukki rain drainage system, no downpipes or gutters will be visible from the outside. This solution is perfect not only for those looking for maximum aesthetics, but also for modern projects where the roof cornice does not protrude beyond the plane of the facade.
Ruukki's hidden rain system is also distinguished by its particularly strong gutter holders, which enable the horizontal adjustment of the blinds and ensure the necessary gaps for ventilation. The system uses steel rain gutters with a large cross-section (150 mm), 110 mm PVC downpipes, which are hidden in the downpipe insulation elements, in the facade construction. Pipe insulation has a rectangular shape, so it is convenient to connect them with the thermal insulation layer of the building, there is no need to use sealing foam, and cold bridges do not form.
New for the season – Siba Tech – a system of deep gutters with a universal design
The combination of two shapes of round and rectangular gutters enabled Ruukki specialists to create Siba Tech, a universal, more capacious and tighter gutter system (Siba is a brand belonging to Ruukki Construction Oy). This allows for the ideal selection of the rain drainage system according to the needs of each house.
Siba Tech gutters have a larger capacity, thanks to the combination of two shapes, they are deeper, more productive compared to other systems offered on the market, and their useful capacity is approximately 13 percent. larger than 135 mm size round deep gutter systems. The unique shape of the gutters and the longer corners made from a single sheet allow for better permeability and more effective washing. In such channels, drifts have less chance of jamming compared to conventional rectangular channels, and the durability and aesthetics of the elements have also improved. This system is perfect for both residential and public buildings.
The unique, hybrid form of the Siba Tech rain system's gutters and deepened capacity provide freedom of choice in design, provide better protection against overflow during heavy rain and better washing away of plaque.
"Siba Tech" system – the possibility to choose rectangular or round shapes (depending on which side the gutter will be fixed), which means that the aesthetics of the system can be selected individually for each house. For example, if the roof covering has smoother shapes, the facade is dominated by rectangular or minimalist style elements – the Siba Tech system installed on the rectangular side, combined with rectangular downspouts, will be perfect. A wide selection of gutter holders makes it extremely easy to choose the optimal solution for any type of roof and covering. The edges of the gutters are folded inwards – this provides even more rigidity, better protection against snow, ice slides and corrosion.
All elements of the rain drainage systems offered by Ruukki – downpipes, rain gutters, elbows, gutters, brackets, clamps, other parts and accessories ensuring ease of service – are geometrically accurate, strong and easy to install.
Ruukki offers a 20-year warranty on all steel rainwater systems. These rain drainage systems are resistant to unfavorable conditions of various seasons, they require almost no maintenance – you only need to seasonally clean the gutters from leaves or other. alluvium.
