The Russian-German brand “Decke” is considered one of the market leaders in roofing, facade and drainage building materials. The combination of a reasonable price and European quality makes the gutters of this manufacturer attractive to owners of private houses. Easy installation allows you to save on hiring professionals.
Types of drainage systems "Deck"
Manufacturers offer two types of drainage systems with different technical characteristics. The Standard option is suitable for small country houses and country construction. It is characterized by small dimensions of parts, sufficient to ensure the drainage of melt water, rainfall and avoid overflow. The gutter width is 121 mm, the pipe section is 86 mm. The standard length of the products is 3 m. The color palette is represented by the shades of “Pomegranate”, “Chocolate” and “Ice cream”.
In the reviews of the owners of the houses about the drainage system "Dek-Standard" its reliability and quality are noted. There are users who consider the price for plastic unreasonably expensive; it is comparable to models of other manufacturers of galvanized steel with a protective polymer coating.
Drains "Lux" are larger in size and belong to the premium class. Elements are produced in three colors - white, gray and chocolate. The groove width is 141 mm, the diameter of the pipes is 10 mm. The standard length is 3 m. Such drains can be used in townhouses and massive cottages with several floors.
Feedback on this installation often refers to high quality and manufacturability. At construction forums they warn that you need to purchase a drain from official dealers of the company. There are fakes on the market sold under the guise of systems of this brand. They do not differ in quality, flow at the joints and fade.
Advantages and disadvantages
All products are manufactured using modern equipment and technical solutions, and products are checked for compliance with the requirements of ISO 9001 v IQTest. The main advantages of these drainage systems:
- Resist wind, snow and mechanical stress.
- Not affected by ultraviolet radiation, do not fade.
- Resistant to corrosion.
- Versatile and easy to install due to its light weight and simple construction.
- Easy to clean and easy to clean.
- Resistant to the negative effects of atmospheric phenomena and chemicals.
- Long term of operation.
- They look noble.
An additional advantage is an extensive assortment of components and accessories that allow you to mount a drainage system of any complexity.
The connection of elements without the use of glue with the use of rubber seals allows to ensure its absolute tightness. Since the gutters are symmetrical, there is the possibility of interchangeability of the plugs at the ends and corners of the gutter.
Pipes and connectors are fixed using one universal clamp, which allows for free fastening of pipe elements and at the same time tight fixation of fittings.
Dirt and leaves sticking to the inside of the drainage parts create a lot of problems, especially in the off-season. They swell and clog the system, which entails the need for restoration work. Deck spillway designs are free of such drawbacks thanks to the special Clear Tube technology. With this invention, leaves and debris do not adhere to the inside of the gutters and pipes. The main "protective" function is performed by additional longitudinal ribs in the grooves and fitting elements.
Manufacturers give a written guarantee for all products for a period of 25 years.But in fact, with proper operation, the system does not require repair twice as long.
The disadvantages include the fact that the installation of plastic have a reduced mechanical and impact strength.
Features of the installation of the drain "Deck"
The installation rules for the system depend on the type of bracket. Instructions for assembling and installing the plastic rainwater system “Deck” on metal holders do not require a windshield. Installation is carried out as follows:
- Brackets are fixed to the roofing part.
- The gutter edge closest to the roof is brought in under the hook of the support and lowered into its receiving nest. The clamping plate is bent, and the opposite end of the gutter is fixed.
- The difference in height is ensured by the fact that the holder is bent in the desired area.
- The distance between the end of the supporting part and the bending section is made the smaller, the farther the holder is located from the extreme bracket.
This installation method is used for roofs with a small crate pitch.
If you have chosen plastic holders, you need to fix the windshield. The bracket itself, the funnel and the connecting element are mounted on it on the screws. Assembly takes place according to the instructions:
- Insert the edge of the edge of the gutter that is closest to the windshield into the holder clip.
- Lower the gutter into the holder receptacle. Then press firmly on the opposite edge and push the edge into the clip until it clicks.
- Fix the bracket supports along the tensioned cord between the funnel and the extreme holder, in order to keep the structure even. The difference in height between these points creates a slope of up to 3 mm per unit length.
- Strengthen the joints of the board with the roof so that it does not vomit after snowfall due to the weight of the accumulated precipitation.
With plastic brackets, you can do without a frontal board. An extension cord is required for installation. The fold lines should be equally spaced. Bending is performed no closer than a centimeter from the point of attachment of the clamping plate of the holder or from the end of the slot in the extension cord. This fastening method is suitable for roofs with a large crate pitch.
In all cases, the overhang of the roof should be located above the gutter part at a distance of half the diameter of the latter. Between the holders you need to withstand about half a meter, and between the end of the corner and the bracket - up to 15 cm. At the end of the installation, plugs are installed.
Component prices
The cost of the system will depend on the number of necessary parts, the area of the roof and its geometry. Color plays an important role in pricing. Elements of the “Pomegranate” shade are a little cheaper, since they are less popular with customers.
The average cost of the main elements of a standard device in rubles:
- funnel - 420;
- groove elements - 600;
- connectors - 160;
- corners - from 300 to 900;
- pipes - 700;
- pipe rings - 228;
- brackets - from 75 to 280;
- fasteners and plugs - within 100.
The price of the Dec-Lux gutter system elements will be higher than the Standard option, since the details are more voluminous. The kit itself will include more elements - such gutters are chosen for cottages with wide roofs.
It is also worth considering that you will have to pay for the work of the team, if you install the installation with the involvement of professionals.
