The Russian-German brand "Deke" belongs to the market leaders of roofing, facade and drainage building materials. The combination of reasonable prices and European quality makes the gutters of this manufacturer attractive for owners of private houses. Ease of installation saves on hiring professionals.
Types of drainage systems "Deke"
The reviews of home owners about the Deke-Standard drainage system noted its reliability and quality. There are users who consider the price for plastic unreasonably expensive, it is comparable to the models of other manufacturers made of galvanized steel with a protective polymer coating.
Drains "Lux" are larger in size and belong to the premium class. The elements are produced in three colors - white, gray and chocolate. The gutter width is 141 mm, the pipe diameter is 10 mm. The length is standard - 3 m. Such gutters can be used in townhouses and massive cottages of several floors.
Reviews about this installation often talk about high quality and manufacturability. Construction forums warn that it is necessary to purchase a drain from the company's official dealers. There are fakes on the market that are sold under the guise of systems of this brand. They do not differ in quality, flow at the joints and fade.
Advantages and disadvantages
- Resist wind, snow and mechanical stress.
- Are not affected by ultraviolet radiation, do not fade.
- Corrosion resistant.
- They are versatile and easy to install due to their low weight and simplicity of design.
- Easy to clean and low maintenance.
- Resistant to the negative effects of atmospheric agents and chemicals.
- Long service life.
- They look noble.
An additional advantage is an extensive range of components and accessories that allow you to mount a drainage system of any complexity.
The connection of elements without the use of glue using rubber seals allows you to ensure its absolute tightness. Since the gutters are symmetrical, there is a possibility of interchangeable plugs at the ends and corners of the gutter.
Pipes and connectors are secured with one universal clamp, which allows for free fastening of the pipe elements and at the same time tight fit of the fittings.
Dirt and leaves sticking to the inside of the gutter can be a problem, especially in the off-season. They swell and clog the system, which entails the need for restoration work. Thanks to the special Clear Tube technology, the Deke weir structures are devoid of such disadvantages. With this invention, leaves and debris do not stick to the underside of gutters and pipes. The main "protective" function is performed by additional longitudinal ribs in the gutter 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 repairs twice as long.
The disadvantages include the fact that plastic installations have reduced mechanical and impact strength.
Features of installation of the drain "Deke"
- The brackets are fixed to the roof section.
- The gutter edge closest to the roof is wound under the hook of the support and lowered into its receiving socket. The clamping bar is folded back, and the opposite end of the groove 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 support part and the bending section is made the smaller, the further the holder is located from the extreme bracket.
This installation method is used for roofs with a small batten pitch.
If you chose plastic holders, you need to secure the frontal board. The bracket itself, the funnel and the connecting element are placed on it on self-tapping screws. The assembly takes place according to the instructions:
- Insert the edge of the groove edge that is closest to the front board into the holder clamp.
- Lower the gutter into the holder receptacle. Then press firmly on the opposite edge and slide the edge into the clamp until you hear a click.
- Fasten the bracket supports along a stretched cord between the funnel and the extreme holder in order to maintain the evenness of the structure. The difference in height between these points creates a slope of up to 3 mm per unit of length.
- Strengthen the joints of the board with the roof so that it does not vomit after a 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 at an equal distance. Bending is performed no closer than a centimeter from the attachment point of the holder clamping plate or from the end of the slot in the extension. This fastening method is suitable for roofs with large battens.
In all variants, the overhang of the roof should be located above the gutter at a distance of half the diameter of the latter. Between the holders, you need to maintain 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
Average cost of the main elements of a standard device in rubles:
- funnel - 420;
- gutter elements - 600;
- connectors - 160;
- corners - from 300 to 900;
- pipes - 700;
- pipe elbows - 228;
- brackets - from 75 to 280;
- fasteners and damping parts - within 100.
The price of the elements of the Deke-Lux drainage system will be higher than that of the Standard version, 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 will be installing the installation with the involvement of professionals.
