Evo stik metal epoxy putty.
Cast iron gutter repair paint.
The smoother the surface the better the patch will adhere to the surrounding metal.
It s useful to have a range of tools scrapers wire brushes different grades of abrasives sandpaper not sand it s usually particles of aluminium oxide or whatever abrasives you use.
Make sure the area around the hole is clean and dry before applying either type of patch.
The undercoat acts as a preparatory coating on the guttering surface increasing the stickiness and durability.
Remove all gubbins dirt flaking paint and rust from the cast iron.
The primer is absolutely necessary otherwise the paint itself might deteriorate the gutter itself.
Gutter repair paints for box valley and industrial guttering located in eaves and central valleys are available to buy today at rawlins paints.
These gutter lining paints are specialist coatings that ensure all surfaces are waterproofed and uv protected preventing leaks for up to 20 years product dependant.