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    jfcorbett Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 4, 2008, 06:22 AM
    vinyl vs. aluminum gutters
    I need to replace an old wooden gutter. Are aluminum or vinyl gutters better?
    Thanks!
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    Aug 4, 2008, 06:52 AM
    They are both good, extreme hot and cold weather are hard on vinyl. I prefer Aluminum.
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    Aug 4, 2008, 10:43 AM
    I am with Amricca on this. Vinyl does not like to get hit by branches or hail, aluminium can absorb much more shock and will never get brittle.
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    Aug 4, 2008, 02:24 PM
    Thanks!
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