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Steel Rainwater System

10 Factsyou need to know about a better rainwater system

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Steel’s superior quality and greencredentials speak for themselves

When it comes to specifying and installing a new rainwatersystem, the facts speak for themselves: You could choosePVC. But aside from environmental concerns, it will suffer from thermal movement and leaks, needing major repairs orreplacement in only a few short years and ending up in a skip awaiting landfill. The other two alternatives are aluminiumand cast iron, whilst neither suffer from PVC’s environmentalproblems, they are both more expensive than steel. And in the case of cast-iron, the weight issue makes fitting difficultand expensive.

With steel, you are getting a cost effective solution; about thesame price as a mid-range PVC system. And a completelyenvironmentally friendly installation that is 100% recyclable. To add to this you will have a rainwater system that issimplicity to fit and will last for decades.


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A more environmental focus

When choosing steel for a rainwater system, you are choosinga long term and environmentally friendly system. Lindab’sRainline system is made from recyclable sheet metal with asteel core and the main raw material is completely ‘green’ and has a natural place in today’s approach to sustainability.

Our rainwater systems adhere strictly to our ownenvironmental policy with the goal of ‘minimum possibleenvironmental impact for long term sustainable development’.

Our environmental work focuses on maximising the use of rawmaterials, components, energy, packaging and transport.Today 90% of Lindab’s business is certified to ISO 14001. So when you choose Lindab, you are choosing a rainwatersystem with the lowest environmental footprint on the market– and that is a fact.


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We’ve all seen it, down-pipes with broken joints, crackedguttering and snapped brackets. The results are all too clear,with damp patches and expensive repairs. This problem isparticularly prevalent here in the UK, with so much use ofplastic drainage systems. The weight of snow or moss build-up breaks the guttering brackets and as the pipes age, theymove and crack allowing leakage and brickwork damage.Because plastic is UV unstable after a few years, it becomesunsightly and brittle.

There are alternatives, cast iron or aluminium for instance.However, the first has a weight problem and aluminium iscomparatively expensive. Lindab Rainline is comparable in cost to mid range plastic systems and offers minimalmovement, UV stability and will not crack, fade or leak. It is highly resistant to corrosion, virtually maintenance free and vandal proof.

In fact, the Rainline Steel rainwater system is fast becoming the system of choice for many Local Authorities and Housing Associations.

Some Rainwater systems don’t grow old gracefully


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Rainline gives a much longer life-span

Lindab Rainline offers the highest quality when it comes tocombining durability, flexibility and ease of installation. Thissystem has been developed by professionals and over time ithas grown to become the top choice of tradesmen and DIYenthusiasts alike, due to its hardwearing properties whichensure decades of performance.

To provide long-term life, the steel is rust proofed by a 275gzinc coating. This galvanised coating is naturally self-healing;any scratch or cut is automatically sealed by zinc ions whichmigrate to re-coat the uncovered steel.

Lindab Rainline is manufactured from up to 50% recycledmaterial and is itself completely recyclable. The integrity of thesystem will last in excess of 100 years – so no need to worryabout costly disposal problems or the likely impact on theenvironment.


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Coated steel colours are UV stable and will not fade

Lindab Rainline is made from galvanised steel sheeting and to provide durable rust proofing it is coated with zinc. This self-healing system is available in eight distinct and subtlecolours. Mixing and matching these is easy. Either discreetlycomplement the overall colour scheme of the house, or boldlycreate accents of colour.

The colour palette ranges from a natural anthracite or silversteel finish to subtle greens, reds, copper and brown. Ofcourse, if you want a more traditional finish, you can alwayschoose black or white. But with so many colour options, why not match dark red drainpipes to a white stucco facade?Or mount exclusive copper metallic pipes on a grey stonewall. Or mix tile red gutters with white pipes to match therespective colours of roof and paintwork.

These are the type of colour combinations unavailable withother types of rainwater systems, like plastic or aluminium.And all Rainline systems are guaranteed for up to 15 years.


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Strong as steel

Steel is the roof drainage system that offers the highest qualitywhen it comes to combining durability, flexibility and ease ofinstallation. Steel is strong, versatile and durable, but it needsto be processed professionally. Lindab buys more than200,000 tonnes of sheet steel every year; that is equivalent towhat is needed to manufacture about half a million cars. Withthis much experience, it is clear we know what we are doing.

Steel has proven itself to be the material of choice, particularlyin harsh climates. Scandinavia, for instance has embraced steelrainwater systems because of their strength and durability.Lindab’s market presence now covers 128 locations in 29countries, with over 1000 distributors, covering Europe and theUSA. Rainline’s hardwearing properties ensure decades ofperformance without rusting or leaking. The system has beendeveloped by professionals for professionals, who recognisethat steel is the ultimate material for roof drainage systems.


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A greener effect on today’s environment

Lindab’s business is based on long-term sustainable andenvironmentally friendly systems. Our recyclable sheet metalwith a steel core is a ‘green material and focuses onminimising the use of raw materials, components, energy,packaging and transport.

In the UK, PVC or plastic rainwater systems have become the most popular, even though plastic tends to discolour and become brittle with age. They also suffer from thermalmovement and are not inherently rigid, leading to leaks and cracking. However, in today’s more environmentallyconcerned age, these are not the only ‘down-side’ to choosing plastic.

The chemical building blocks that make plastics so versatile,are the same components that now harm our environment.Over 300 million tonnes of plastic is now produced worldwideevery year and because plastics are very long-lived, itsproduction and disposal contribute to an array ofenvironmental and even health problems. With this in mindpeople are turning to a more environmental answer. Steel isnot only a more robust and durable alternative to plasticrainwater systems, it is more stable and rigid with 50% of all world steel coming from recycled sources. Steel hasbecome the greener choice and Lindab is one of the leading international players, with a product range that is100% recyclable.


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A more competitive choice

Because Lindab Rainline is the roof drainage system thatoffers the highest quality and longest life-span, it is onlynatural to think it is also one of the most expensive systemson the market. But this is not so!

The Rainline system is the competive choice when comparedto leading plastic systems – and actually inexpensivecompared with aluminium or cast iron. In fact, in comparisonwith aluminium and cast iron, Lindab steel guttering ischeaper, lighter and much easier to install. Aside from theenvironmental concerns about PVC rainwater systems, cost isalways a major constraint. So it’s refreshing to see that themost environmentally friendly choice is also the mostcompetitive. But the competitive choice of steel doesn’t endwith the price. With steel you get a more stable and long-livedinstallation, with a guarantee of 15 years, which covers thewhole system including the integrity of the steel itself.Installation and fitting is made simple and fast, with snap-onpipe holders, outlets and adjustable smart brackets, givingyou further savings on time and labour. The case for steel,against PVC is growing.


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Just click, fit and forget it

Lindab Rainline is easy to install, for professionals and DIYenthusiasts alike: the components fit easily together, withoutglue, sealants, putty or tapes. All you need is the minimum oftools – a hacksaw, pliers, screwdriver, hammer and a rule.

Before starting an installation, take your measurements to your local dealer, who will help you to pick out all thecomponents you need. We have a comprehensive assemblymanual which you can either pick-up or download from ourwebsite at www.lindab.co.uk.

You will find gutters and down pipes in several dimensionsand an extensive range of components, offering solutions forany type of building, large or small, classic or contemporary.Every component of the Lindab Rainline system has beendesigned to make assembly and fitting easy, where every partsnaps into the next to give a perfect fit. Once your system ismounted, there will be no reason to replace it – unless youwant to facelift your home with a new colour. Thanks to itssmart design, hand in glove fit and overall quality, your Rainlinesystem will look good for decades to come.


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Steel is specified in 90% of Swedish buildings

The weather in Sweden is influenced by its proximity to largebodies of water. As a consequence of lying near seas, like theGulf of Bosnia, a maritime type of weather prevails. However,the weather conditions that exist in the north and south ofSweden are very different. Winter is longer in the north, lastingfor 7 months, as compared to 2 months in the south. But theoverall temperature remains cold. So it is not surprising thatSwedish builders and architects have always sought the bestmaterials to cope with these changing weather conditions.

Steel is used in a variety of ways throughout the buildingprocess, from roofing to ventilation to rainwater systems. Infact, steel is used and specified in 90% of Swedish buildingsand homes. And it is not hard to see why. Steel is strong,robust and durable, easily standing up to extremes in weather,like heavy snowfall and constant rain.

Lindab’s steel Rainwater system has been designed andmanufactured to cope with Swedish weather, extensivelytested to offer the best rust-free installation and last fordecades. So if Rainline can cope with the extremes ofSweden, imagine how well it will perform in the UK.


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Steel it’s the future

Steel is now specified for an unlimited range of buildingsolutions, from complete turnkey buildings to minorcomponents. It offers an unlimited range of economical,functional and environmental construction solutions. Lindabsteel building components range from ingenious systems forroofs, walls and rainwater guttering.

These innovations are creating a demand for steel durabilityhere in the UK, where other materials like plastic andaluminium once ruled supreme.

Steel is now making big in-roads into the rainwater systemsmarket, particularly plastic, where Rainline is now seen as amajor competitor, both in price and ease of installation.However, steel leaves plastic standing, when it comes toproduct quality, longevity and durability. Where plastic cancrack and discolour, after only a few years; Rainline remainstough and hardwearing, which ensures decades ofperformance.

A policy of continual research and development, led in manyinstances by customer feedback ensures that the LindabRainline system will reflect the needs of the specifier, installerand end user, now and into the future.


We’re here to help you make the right decision

Along with the hardware components, Lindab Rainline offersan abundance of documentation, advice and software toolsfor installers as well as architects, engineers and consultants.Our team of Area Managers can give you full technical supportas well as product demonstrations, seminars and CPD’s toenable you to make the right decision.

We can normally deliver all standard items within 3-5 workingdays, direct from our Midland’s distribution centre. We alsohave a database of approved distributors across the UK, who can help with orders, quotes and visits from our Area Managers.

Lindab LtdBuilding Products DivisionShenstone Trading EstateBromsgrove RoadHalesowenWest MidlandsB63 3XB

Tel: (0121) 585 2780Fax: (0121) 585 2782Email: [email protected]: www.lindab.co.uk


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