Category Archives: Guttering

Let’s face it, rainwater systems have long played an important role in British building. After all, we have a temperate, damp climate and rain is regular occurrence. However, it seems as though major downpours are likely to become even more … More >>

In the UK, rainwater systems have long played a part in construction. Managing the water that falls from the sky is no mean feat in a climate like this one, so it’s no wonder that firms are so keen to take … More >>

Because of the nature of the weather we receive here in the UK, properties of all kinds need to have well designed and well maintained rainwater collection and drainage systems. Indeed, it is estimated that the average yearly rainfall in … More >>

Apex Heritage cast iron rainwater systems have been used on three historic churches in Ireland, showcasing Alumasc’s ability to meet the diverse challenges of sensitive heritage projects. Situated in both the North and South of Ireland, these Roman Catholic churches … More >>

Gutter systems can be made out of a great many materials these days.  So, with so much choice available, why do so many homeowners now regard aluminium as being the material of choice for domestic gutter systems in the UK? … More >>

Riddel Hall, a landmark Grade B1 listed building forming part of Queens University Belfast, has undergone major redevelopment into a world class Postgraduate and Executive Education Centre. Alumasc’s Heritage Cast Aluminium rainwater system with bespoke hoppers and finish, has helped … More >>

Soaring house prices and increasingly difficult lending processes have meant that self build is no longer reserved purely for the wealthy, but is becoming a more popular way for aspiring homeowners to get themselves on the property ladder. In addition … More >>

A Heritage Cast Aluminium rainwater system from Alumasc has contributed to the sympathetic conversion and refurbishment of the former Mersey Street Primary School in East Belfast.  A sensitive design solution by architects Isherwood and Ellis saw the redundant Grade B1 … More >>

In a move to aid the specification process, Alumasc have developed and launched a unique Drainage Design Calculator Software enabling users to calculate the Drainage requirements for a Project. The software includes the full Alumasc Rainwater Range and the Harmer SML and … More >>

An extensive range of Alumasc’s painted and primed Cast Iron Rainwater is now available ex-stock with a 3 day lead-time. The most well-used profiles are available, namely Half Round gutters in 4”, 4½” and 5” diameters and rainwater pipes in … More >>