Cast Iron Beaded Half Round Gutter

About Cast Iron Beaded Half Round Guttering

Cast iron beaded half round guttering is a traditional half round profile with a subtle decorative bead running along the front edge. This authentic period detail was standard on many Victorian and Edwardian cast iron installations and is often specified by conservation officers for heritage restorations where the original guttering had the bead feature. Supplied primed and ready for painting.

At Gutters.co.uk we stock the complete cast iron beaded half round range including gutter lengths, brackets, angles, stop ends, outlets, and all fittings for fast UK delivery.

Cast Iron Beaded Half Round Components

Beaded Half Round Gutter Lengths available in 1.83m (6ft) lengths. Half round profile with decorative bead detail along the front edge. Supplied primed.

Fascia Brackets heavy duty brackets for supporting cast iron gutter. Shop Gutter Brackets

Rise and Fall Brackets adjustable brackets for setting precise fall.

Union Clips used to join two gutter lengths together.

Angles 90 degree and 135 degree angle fittings.

Stop Ends fitted at each open end of the gutter run.

Running Outlets the connection point between the gutter and the downpipe.

Cast Iron Beaded Half Round Specifications

Profile: beaded half round (half round with decorative bead on front edge)

Material: cast iron, supplied primed

Gutter lengths: 1.83m (6ft)

Standard: BS 460

What Is the Bead Detail?

The bead is a small raised ridge running along the front lip of the gutter. It adds a subtle but distinctive decorative element that plain half round does not have. From ground level the bead is visible and adds authentic character to the roofline. Conservation officers may specifically require the beaded profile to match original guttering on a listed building. If the original was plain half round, standard half round would be specified instead.

Cast Iron vs Cast Aluminium Beaded Half Round

Alumasc Heritage cast aluminium beaded half round is designed as a direct replacement. Cast aluminium weighs roughly a third of cast iron, never rusts, never needs painting, and carries a 40 year guarantee. Cast iron requires painting every 3 to 5 years and has no manufacturer guarantee. If your local authority accepts cast aluminium, it is the more practical choice. Some conservation officers on listed buildings require genuine cast iron.

Other Cast Iron Profiles

112mm Half Round standard plain half round for most period properties.

Deep Half Round increased capacity for larger roof areas.

Victorian Ogee decorative S shaped profile for period facades.

Moulded Ogee wider ogee for grander properties.

Cast Iron Beaded Half Round FAQ

Is beaded half round required on my listed building? Only if the original guttering had the bead detail. Check with your local conservation officer who will advise whether beaded or plain half round is required.

Can I use the same brackets as plain half round? Yes. Beaded half round uses the same brackets and fittings as standard plain half round. The only difference is the gutter profile itself.

Does it need painting? Yes. Supplied primed, must be painted before installation and repainted every 3 to 5 years to prevent rust.

How heavy is it? Similar weight to standard half round at approximately 8 to 10kg per 1.83m length. Two people recommended for installation.

Can I mix beaded and plain half round? Yes. You could use beaded on the front elevation for the decorative detail and plain half round on the rear. Both use the same brackets.