Rain water collection

STAND-ALONE RAINWATER COLLECTOR: We are students industrial design and for the past 2 weeks we have been building a rain harvesting system. Our client is a community with a public garden because they don't have a private garden for themselves. The garden is a place where they can c…

Capture precious runoff in catch basins, barrels, and cisterns

Isn't rainwater too acidic to drink? Isn't rainwater illegal? How do I know how much I need to collect? We have the answers and more on why rainwater collection is our preferred off grid water solution!

Essentially, my garden is annoyingly far away from larger sources of water (although I have and do use the hose from the house in the heat of the summer and I do have two IBC totes about 50 yards away connected to the outdoor shed) but I had these smaller rain barrels that could never be adequately filled due to lack of a roof to funnel the free rain water into them. Pinterest at the time didn’t have any good designs so this is what I finagled together. Basically it is a butterfly roof…

Install a rainwater harvesting system in your backyard with this comprehensive guide. Discover essential steps to collect and manage rainwater efficiently while reducing your water bills. This article covers necessary components like gutters, storage tanks, and filtration systems. By capturing rainwater, you can water your garden, wash your car, and use it for household chores. This eco-friendly approach not only conserves water but also promotes sustainability in your home. Get tips for…

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Over the last couple of years, collecting rain water has become a highly popular method of watering plants. Rain water harvesting, which refers to both collecting and storing rain water, is an easy, convenient, environment-friendly, and sustainable gardening practice. However, an issue that concerns many homeowners is how long is rain water good for plants. Below, I’ll explore if there are limits to how long you can store rain water before it becomes harmful to plants.

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Collecting rainwater for drinking purposes may seem simple enough, but there are many ways it can go wrong – some of which can be dangerous.

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We’ve finally gotten a long, soaking rain, here in South Austin! The stock tank hose has been emptying into the upper flower bed for a good 12 hours now, and the lowest zones of my yard have …

Capture rainwater from your roof and use it in your garden with these unique DIY rain barrel ideas, ranging from simple to complex.

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Here are the best places to find completely free rainwater harvesting barrels and other rainwater storage containers.