Robust, long-lasting, and traditional, cast iron is an ideal material for installing a characterful, functional, and attractive rainwater management system. Yours might include components like downpipes, gutters, and hoppers to ensure the efficient channelling of...
No matter how long-lasting a building material might be, property decay and repairs are inevitable. Despite cast iron being an incredibly robust guttering material with a long life span, eventually it will require repairs or replacement just like any other rainwater...
If you’re considering whether to install a contemporary canopy over your front door, then it’s important you abide by any relevant rules and regulations. In this article, we explore whether these smart and practical architectural additions require planning permission...
Considering whether to update the exterior of your home or business with contemporary coping? If so, you’re probably wondering which material is best. Luckily, the team at Rainclear Systems has plenty of experience supplying top-of-the-range aluminium coping to many...
We’ve added a range the Halifax Cast Iron Drain and Soil range from Hargreaves’ to the website so you can now order and pay securely online for delivery in 5 days. Some people will always want to talk to a real person when ordering cast iron drain and soil products –...
Create a fall of 1:600 to 1:350 (max) tying string from the first bracket (i.e. the highest) at one end of the gutter run to the last bracket (i.e. the lowest one – the one nearest the outlet and the downpipe) at the other end.
Fit all the other brackets with apporx. 915mm* centres along the ‘fall’.
(*This video should be a helpful guide for installing side-fix rafter brackets in general, but this figure applies specifically to Infinity guttering)
Considering cast iron ogee guttering? From ogee to half round, there’s a range of characterful and practical profile styles to explore, but how you can tell which of those is right for your home? Below, we introduce ogee-style guttering and identify the reasons why...
We’ve installation guidance for all our ranges, either in printable PDFs and/or brief videos to make installation simple for our customers. The latest addition to these is for the Skyline range of aluminium door canopies; Richmond, Kensington and Finchley. The...
We’ve produced installation guidance in printable PDFs and as videos to make it simple for customers to follow. The latest addition to these guides is for the Rise & fall bracket – essential when your property doesn’t have a fascia board to attach the gutter to and rafter brackets are impractical. Watch the video now:
Regardless of whether you’re keen to update the kerb appeal of your business or completely revamp the front of your home, we can provide a solution. Below, you’ll find a selection of tempting modern front door canopy ideas hand-picked by the team at Rainclear Systems...
Is the exterior of your home missing something special? Or maybe your front door is always overlooked. Why not consider drawing attention to the entrance of your abode with an unmissable glass canopy? Sleek, stylish and incredibly practical, there are many reasons why...
Considering buying a canopy for your front door? Before you do, we strongly urge you to do your homework! Not only do we suggest taking a look at the many benefits of installing a front door canopy, but we also recommend exploring the materials and styles on offer...