A growing number of homeowners are setting up rain barrel systems on their properties for landscaping and gardening purposes. They are inexpensive to buy, simple to set up and require very little upkeep (if any). If this seems like a project that interests you, I explain all of the materials that are needed below.
A rain harvesting system usually consists of a rainwater diverter, a water collection tank, a spigot and a hose. Some decorative styles include extra features like planters, while homemade variations may not have items like the diverter or hose.
A Water Diverter
The diverter attaches to the rain gutter downspout and directs the water into the rain barrel. Diverters frequently include screens to filter out debris so that it does not wind up in the rain barrel. These can be bought separately or often included in rain collection kits.
The Rain Harvesting Barrel
The rainwater collection tank usually holds between 30 and 100 gallons of water. Some containers are taller and narrow while other models are more round. When deciding which size and shape container you want, consider the space available where you are looking to use your barrel. Narrow walkways, for example are not generally ideal for a large rain barrel. On the flip side, if you have lots of space and lots of water runoff, having multiple tanks that you can connect together may be a better option for you.
A Water Spigot
The spigot releases the water that has been collected in the rain tank. Brass or other rust-free metal spigots are better than plastic variations, since they are more durable and last longer. Plastic spigots included in some rain barrel kits can typically be switched over out for more long lasting spigots or merely replaced when they break.
A Watering Hose
In some cases hoses are included with rain barrel kits. These normally run in between 3 and 6 feet, so they are not long. Additionally you can attach your regular garden hose to the spigot if you need to reach distances further away. Nevertheless, remember that the water pressure from a rain barrel is not the same as what comes from your city or well.
All in all, rain collection systems are relatively easy. In fact, the different styles don't vary too much. Some individuals build their own, while others decide to purchase more ornamental variations.
Because these smaller rain barrels are easy and inexpensive, it's less daunting for newbies to begin. When you have established your first rain collecting system, you can actually increase your rainwater collection capacity by installing more barrels and connecting them together with economical connector kits that cost about twenty dollars.
A rain harvesting system usually consists of a rainwater diverter, a water collection tank, a spigot and a hose. Some decorative styles include extra features like planters, while homemade variations may not have items like the diverter or hose.
A Water Diverter
The diverter attaches to the rain gutter downspout and directs the water into the rain barrel. Diverters frequently include screens to filter out debris so that it does not wind up in the rain barrel. These can be bought separately or often included in rain collection kits.
The Rain Harvesting Barrel
The rainwater collection tank usually holds between 30 and 100 gallons of water. Some containers are taller and narrow while other models are more round. When deciding which size and shape container you want, consider the space available where you are looking to use your barrel. Narrow walkways, for example are not generally ideal for a large rain barrel. On the flip side, if you have lots of space and lots of water runoff, having multiple tanks that you can connect together may be a better option for you.
A Water Spigot
The spigot releases the water that has been collected in the rain tank. Brass or other rust-free metal spigots are better than plastic variations, since they are more durable and last longer. Plastic spigots included in some rain barrel kits can typically be switched over out for more long lasting spigots or merely replaced when they break.
A Watering Hose
In some cases hoses are included with rain barrel kits. These normally run in between 3 and 6 feet, so they are not long. Additionally you can attach your regular garden hose to the spigot if you need to reach distances further away. Nevertheless, remember that the water pressure from a rain barrel is not the same as what comes from your city or well.
All in all, rain collection systems are relatively easy. In fact, the different styles don't vary too much. Some individuals build their own, while others decide to purchase more ornamental variations.
Because these smaller rain barrels are easy and inexpensive, it's less daunting for newbies to begin. When you have established your first rain collecting system, you can actually increase your rainwater collection capacity by installing more barrels and connecting them together with economical connector kits that cost about twenty dollars.
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