Installing a rain barrel system at home is easy and will help you take advantage of the free water to keep your garden looking healthy. In fact, the water you collect can be used in the same way ...

Cheap rain barrels made out of PVC can easily crack and warp. Rain chains are also much less maintenance than downspouts because they can't clog with leaves or other debris.

So my sister, gardening mother and I were all delighted when he rigged up an irrigation system for the Sutton garden out of rain barrels, PVC pipe and a sump pump. I'm not quite sure how he got ...

Most rain barrels, including PVC, polyethylene, and polyethylene resin varieties, are crafted from high-density plastic. This material is favored for its resistance to rot and rust, ...

Rain barrels can collect rainwater diverted from your home’s foundation and ... This collapsible barrel holds 53 gallons of rainwater. The PVC fabric resists the sun’s ultraviolet rays and ...

Rain barrels can collect rainwater diverted from your home’s foundation and ... This collapsible barrel holds 53 gallons of rainwater. The PVC fabric resists the sun’s ultraviolet rays and ...

Rain barrels can also be connected using PVC pipe to hold all the water from a large rainstorm. If multiple rain barrels are attached near the bottom, only one rain barrel will require a spigot.

A homeowner replaced an old wooden rain barrel with a new one, noticing the rainwater collected has a whiskey-like scent. The new rain barrel setup includes a diverter, filter and overflow pipe ...

But never whiskey — until we installed our first rain barrel. We chose a used wooden barrel because we liked the look. It fit the character of a house built in 1870 much better than a modern ...

Using a rain barrel can make the most of natural water resources. By saving water while it’s in steady supply, you can reap the benefits when shortages arise.