What color are downpipes?

Down Pipe, a dark lead grey, has definite blue undertones to it which deepen the complexity of the finish. Originally inspired by the colour used to paint downpipes and guttering, it has been embraced for use inside the home with fanatical zeal!

Can you get Coloured downpipes?

Generally, try to paint downpipes the same as the substrate they are on. If using Colorbond downpipes, match as closely as you can or use them as a highlight feature and tie the colour in with the trim of the house. Against bricks, particularly dark or heritage bricks, dark downpipes are preferable.

What are the sizes of downpipes?

Square downpipes

  • 75mm x 75mm.
  • 100mm x 50mm.
  • 100mm x 75mm.
  • 100mm x 100mm.
  • 125mm x 100mm.
  • 150mm x 100mm.

How many downpipes do I need NZ?

From Figure 3.5 (A) in AS/NZS 3500.3, the maximum catchment per downpipe is 47m2. To calculate the minimum number of downpipes, divide the roof catchment area by the allowable maximum catchment per downpipe. To calculate the average catchment per downpipe, divide the roof catchment area by the number of downpipes.

What color should I paint my downspouts?

In that case, I always recommend that you go with the colour that matches either the roof or the trim. Choose your trim colour after you have picked your gutter colour. It’s easier than doing it the other way around. If you are painting your gutters simply paint them your trim colour.

What kind of paint do you use on downpipes?

The Best Paint For Plastic Gutters When it comes to painting any exterior trim as a homeowner, there is always one paint that our experts highly recommend. Zinsser Allcoat Exterior is a multi-surface exterior paint that can be applied to almost any exterior surface, including UPVC & plastic, metal, wood or masonry.

Do downpipes need to be painted?

Once your downpipes are clean and dry, you will need to use specific metal paints because of your surface. These paints involve a primer coat first, and then a seperate top coat afterwards.

Are all downpipes the same size?

They range in size from 65mm square to 120mm round. Usually, downpipe manufacturers refer to the Outer Diameter (OD) of guttering products when they talk about sizes (but not always).

What diameter is a rainwater downpipe?

50 – 150 mm
Rainwater downpipes are most commonly round in section, but may be any shape. They typically have a diameter ranging from 50 – 150 mm, but any size can be used.

How far apart should downpipes be?

However, it is normally better to keep all downpipe’s the same size and accept 4 * 150 downpipe’s. Downpipe (Down Pipe) Spacing: Although not stated in the plumbing code, the National Construction Code requires that a downpipe collect no more than 12m of gutter.

How far apart should downpipe brackets be?

Pre Installation Requirements for Gutters & Downpipes Fascia brackets should be spaced at a maximum of 1m apart on straight gutter runs. (800mm in the case of the Ogee Gutters, 600mm in the case of the Hi Capacity Gutters).

Should downspouts be the same color as the house?

Matching gutter/downspout color to siding color is a safe choice. When gutters match siding, they have the greatest chance of going unnoticed. And contrary to popular belief, gutters can be painted when done properly.