PVCu Guttering Quiz

What is the most common material used for standard domestic guttering and downpipes?

• Aluminum

• PVCu

• Copper

• Steel

What does PVCu stand for?

• Polyvinyl chloride

• Plasticized polyvinyl chloride

• Unplasticised polyvinyl chloride

• Polyvinyl carbonate

Which of the following is a care consideration for PVCu guttering?

• It is resistant to all paints

• It has a low coefficient of expansion

• It goes brittle in cold weather

• It is unaffected by temperature changes

What is the coefficient of expansion for PVCu compared to other materials?

• 0.00010

• 0.00018

• 0.00025

• 0.00030

What is one of the advantages of PVCu guttering?

• Difficult to install

• Heavy to handle

• Minimal maintenance

• High cost

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of PVCu guttering?

• Corrosion free

• Requires frequent maintenance

• Lightweight to handle

• Long life expectancy

PVCu guttering is known for being:

• Prone to rust

• Economical

• Difficult to maintain

• Heavy

Which PVCu profile is a standard shape for domestic properties?

• Half round

• Deep flow

• Square line

• Ogee

Which PVCu profile is used for steep-angled roofs or high intensity rainfall areas?

• Half round

• Deep flow

• Square line

• Ogee

Which PVCu profile is used in conjunction with a squared downpipe?

• Half round

• Deep flow

• Square line

• Ogee