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The Britannia 5” Cast Iron Half Round Guttering is a premium rainwater solution designed for heritage, conservation, and period properties. Manufactured using traditional sand casting methods, it complies with BS460:1964 standards, ensuring authentic style, exceptional durability, and long-term performance. With a life expectancy of over 100 years, Britannia cast iron guttering is built to withstand harsh weather conditions while maintaining its classic aesthetic.

This 5-inch half-round profile offers an efficient water flow capacity, making it suitable for both residential and commercial buildings. Available transit primed or factory pre-painted in semi-gloss black or a custom RAL/BS colour, it provides flexibility for a seamless, period-correct finish. We also offer a full range of matching cast iron accessories, cast iron downpipes, including brackets, outlets, angles, and stop ends for a complete guttering system.

Britannia 5" Cast Iron Half Round Guttering FAQs

Britannia cast iron gutters are manufactured using traditional sand casting techniques, replicating historic profiles. Compliant with BS460:1964, they are approved for use on listed buildings and conservation areas, ensuring architectural authenticity.

Britannia 5 inch gutters are available transit primed (ready for on-site painting) or factory pre-painted in semi-gloss black. Other RAL and BS colour options can be ordered for a custom finish, though this may affect lead time.

A complete range of matching accessories is available, including fascia brackets, outlets, stopends, running outlets, unions, and corners. We also offer true radius gutters for curved sections.

The 5 inch guttering should be fitted on brackets at 915mm centres, with additional support for running outlets and angles (no more than 300mm from the joint). Expansion gaps of 3-4mm should be left at each socket, with joints sealed using a Britannia gutter jointing kit or Dow Corning 791 Sealant.

Minimal maintenance is required. Occasional cleaning and repainting will protect against rust and ensure decades of reliable performance. Regular inspections will keep the system functioning efficiently.

Yes! While the 5 inch gutters are designed for heritage and conservation properties, Britannia cast iron guttering also adds a timeless, high-quality finish to traditional-style new builds. Its strength, durability, and classic aesthetic make it a popular choice for a wide range of projects.

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The Britannia 5” Cast Iron Half Round Guttering is the ideal solution for heritage restorations, period properties, and traditional new builds. The deep, half-round profile efficiently handles rainwater runoff, while the robust cast iron construction ensures decades of reliable service. With a variety of fixing options, including side-fix, top-fix, and rise & fall brackets, it is adaptable to different roof styles. Supplied pre-painted or primed, this heritage guttering system blends timeless aesthetics with modern durability, ensuring a long-lasting, maintenance-friendly solution.