Mitragyna speciosa is an evergreen tree that can grow to a height of 25 m (82 ft) tall and the trunk may grow to a 3 ft (0.91 m) diameter. The trunk is generally straight and the outer bark is smooth and grey.
Overall though, metal is a much better option than plastic. In most cases, it is much more effective and reliable, and the right choice of metal will avoid the pitfalls of rust or weakness. Aluminium, steel and stainless steel are the three metal gutter materials for guards that homeowners can choose from.
Imitation Is The Best Form Of Flattery. The LeafGuardÂ® design for a one-piece, debris-deflecting, covered gutter, was so good that many other companies have tried to copy it. Some even advertise their products as âleaf guardsâ using this generic term to try and gain some of the prestige of the LeafGuardÂ® brand name. But while this is flattering, it is also an attempt to confuse consumers into thinking that any form of âleaf guardâ is the same as a LeafGuardÂ® gutter. But because the LeafGuard design is patented, all of these gutter filters, screens, hoods, toppers and helmets are simply after-market covers for open gutters.