To get rid of the unsightly tiger stripes that often appear on the front of gutters, regular cleaning is necessary. Since this task can be unpleasant and involves climbing a ladder, it’s best to use the right product. Below are some cleaners tested and recommended by Alu-Rex.
What's the best product to clean gutters?
In Alu-Rex's own tests, Fantastik outperformed every other product against tiger stripes, though it contains bleach that can lightly discolor aluminum. Moldex is a strong choice against mold and moss, while Gutter Magic is risk-free but less effective. Here's how the full lineup compares.
Product |
Type |
Ease of Use |
Effectiveness |
Rubbing Required |
Risks |
Comments |
Rain-X Original |
Window cleaner |
Easy |
Medium |
High |
Can damage paint |
The hydrophobic effect helps keep gutters clean longer. |
Gutter Magic |
Gutter cleaner |
Easy |
Good |
Medium |
No risk |
Effectiveness is not impressive for a product designed for gutters. |
Armor All Rim Cleaner |
Rim cleaner |
Hard |
Good |
Low |
Can damage paint |
Effective cleaner. |
Moldex |
Disinfectant |
Easy |
Very good |
Low |
Strong product |
Ideal for mold, moss, or organic matter due to its disinfecting power. |
Silverwax ProSX 3 |
Vehicule Cleaner |
Medium |
Very good |
Low |
Must be diluted to avoid damaging paint |
Requires precise dilution for best results. |
Fantastik |
All-purpose cleaner |
Easy |
Excellent |
Low |
Strong product |
Outperforms all other products but contains bleach, which can irritate skin and lightly discolor aluminum. |
