What are Rain Barrels?

Looking for ways to become more self sufficient or live a more eco-friendly lifestyle? You may want to think about buying one or more rain barrels for your home.

What are rain barrels? Rain Barrels catch rain water run off (typically from your gutters) that would normally flow to the ground. You can use this water for watering your plants and lawn (rain water is healthier for plants than tap), washing cars, or it can be used as an alternative water source during dry spells. Saving this rain water helps to decrease the amount of treated water you would normally use and saves you money.

You can make your own rain barrel or visit RainBarrelSource.Com where you can buy rain barrels in almost every style and color.



Above is an example (Good Ideas Rain Wizard 50 Gallon Oak Rain Barrel) of one of the many rain barrels ‘The Rain Barrel Source’ has to offer. It is made of 100% recycled plastic resin and can be connected to additional rain barrels for increased capacity. The top includes a screen which keeps water free of debris and insects.

As you can see you can ‘Green’ your home without having to give up style!

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