In the late 1950's when Plastmontage in Denmark began producing vinyl rain gutter almost all Danish rain gutter was made of zinc. Zinc sheet was formed to a half round shape with the back edge folded over and the front edge rolled to a tube for stiffness and appearance. The gutter lengths (about 4') were soldered together with integral lap joints for a permanent seal. Most of this work was performed in local tin smith shops with hand powered shears, brakes, and rollers. The gutter was hung in galvanized hangers (similar to Plastmo long hangers) with a flexible tab which wrapped over the front gutter rim. Similar gutter can be found all over the world as it is easily fabricated, strong, dry and clean.

(c)Ed Gunderson 1996