Rain Gutter Collector Box Uses and Installation Tips

A rain gutter collector box is a fantastic way to collect and store rainwater for various uses.

It's usually installed under the downspout of a gutter system, as shown in our article, where it collects and stores rainwater.

This design allows for easy installation and maintenance.

The collector box can be made of various materials, such as plastic, metal, or wood, as mentioned in our article, and can be customized to fit different gutter systems.

The size of the collector box will depend on the amount of rainwater you want to collect, which can range from a few gallons to several hundred gallons, as seen in our examples.

Proper installation is key to ensure the collector box functions correctly and doesn't leak or overflow.

Collector boxes are installed on the front of the home for aesthetic reasons, but can also be placed on the backside or patio depending on the roof's architecture and watershed expectations.

They're equally applicable on commercial structures.

Collector boxes are installed just below the gutter, at the top of a downspout.

They help add air into the gutter line to prevent excess noise and avoid vacuum lock.

Collector boxes also hold excess water from the gutters, valleys of your roof, and roof scuppers during periods of higher rain.

They're known by a few common names, such as collector boxes.

PREFA's box gutter has a coating that remains malleable and doesn't peel off, eliminating the need for repainting and touching up.

The coating layer is free of harmful heavy metal ions, making it a safe choice for your home.

Aluminum gutters are non-corrosive, as aluminum doesn't rust, which means they won't deteriorate over time.

With a PREFA gutter system, you get a complete system with 100% original accessories, including gutter brackets and gutter outlets.

The system comes with a color-coordinated range of accessories, making it easy to match your gutters to your home's exterior.

Prefa's Box Features are designed to make your life easier.

The Box has a clever system to store and organize your Prefa panels, keeping them safe from damage and making it easy to access the panels you need.

You can store up to 50 panels in the Box, depending on their size and type.

The Box is also designed to be compact, making it perfect for small to medium-sized projects.

Prefa's Box Features include a clever system to store and organize your Prefa panels, keeping them safe from damage and making it easy to access the panels you need.

This makes it perfect for DIY enthusiasts and professionals alike.

The coating layer of PREFA's box gutter remains malleable, so you won't have to worry about repainting and touching up.

This means you can enjoy a maintenance-free gutter system.

Aluminum gutters like PREFA's box gutter do not release harmful substances, making them a safe choice.

Aluminum is also non-corrosive, which means it won't rust and deteriorate over time.

PREFA's box gutter is available in a range of classic standard colours that perfectly match their roof and façade systems.

The colour range includes 13 colours, each with its own unique RAL value.

Here's a breakdown of the available colours:

It's worth noting that some RAL values may differ from the original PREFA colour, and the surface structure of P.10 colours can make it difficult to define exact values.

You can opt for a well-thought-out complete system with 100% original accessories from PREFA.

PREFA's gutter system comes with a colour-coordinated range of accessories, including gutter brackets and gutter outlets.

The fascia bracket for a box gutter is a key component of the system.

Box gutter corners in both 90° external and internal configurations are also available.

You can choose from various box gutter outlet sizes, including 250 × Ø 80, 333 × Ø 100, 400 × Ø 120, 500 × Ø 120, and 500 × Ø 150.

Expansion joints for box gutters are offered in three different sizes: 280, 333, and 400.

For a seamless finish, you can also opt for box gutter expansion joints without a bead or cover plate.

Eaves drip edges are another important accessory in PREFA's system.

PREFA aluminium products ensure that your house not only looks good but is also well protected from the elements.