The issue today is the copper would disappear not counting the cost to reinstall.
Pics of box style gutters.
K style gutters 1950s present k style gutters.
Box gutters from rutland gutter supply largest selection of copper gutters downspouts and gutter supplies in the usa.
In many cases however a built in or box gutter may be what your house originally had and what it should have now.
A plus gutter systems is now offering 5 and 6 inch box gutters in a seamless form.
Until now if you wanted a box style gutter they had to be made in a metal shop in 10 15 foot sections.
They are most commonly made from aluminum with a crown molding like ogee profile on the outside face.
Sizes range from 7 to 12.
Low and behold the box gutter is rotted out.
The k style gutter is an adaptation from a design based on the classical orders of design.
K style seamless rain gutters in aluminum copper or steel offer a classic look at an affordable price.
Many people choose these style gutters because they are very aesthetically pleasing and will add a lot of class to your home.
A slate tile roof connecting to the box gutter and then to the copper spouts.
Aluminum box gutters are similar to k style gutters with a different profile.
Learn more about custom box gutters here.
Box style gutters usually termed commercial gutters are exactly that mostly square but sometimes with a beveled face and a 1 bead for hangar support.
There is more information on this later.
In addition they are attached to the home with a visible half round hanger.
See more ideas about box gutter gutters roof detail.
Standard size for most rain gutters is 5 inch.
Gutters on these style buildings were meant to be hidden.
A larger 6 inch rain gutter is also available at your request.
The old box gutters worked great in the day.
You ll find them at every home store and on most suburban tract homes.
These gutters are a type of half round gutters and have the bead on the outside of the gutter where it is more visible.
The reason box gutters are best for commercial applications is because of the amount of water they can displace.
The box gutter is shaped more like a box.
K style gutters were invented in the mid 1940s and soon after became the predominate style gutter in america.
All of our corners are hand cut and custom made to fit the angle of your home.
This meant countless seams or breaks in the gutter system as well as a very expensive installation.