Rain barrels, a simple but fantastic way to reduce your garden water bill. The concept is easy, water runs from your roof down the spout. Each drop, instead of running down your driveway or in a concentrated sink hole in your lawn, it gathers in a barrel. A wooden lid prevents debris and water breeding bugs from contaminating the water and reduces evaporation. A spigot hear the bottom releases the water into your desired distribution system and voila, you have yourself sustainable and cost reducing water supply.
On the market today however, consumers often face a dilemma when it comes to this simplistic water conservation option. Large, chunky, plastic green bins are most often the first option presented to home owners. Some can see past the un-savory outsides of everyday plastic barrels, but in the evolution from back yard to personal paradise, people won't risk the eye sore even for its eco friendly value. Fear not home owners, there are plenty of alternative and functional Rain barrels to suit any yard, front or back. Take a look at some of these examples and start the search for your perfect style.
Looking for that rustic old school barrel, and still wanting to go green? Try this true to name barrel version of the water retention system. Keep the beauty, and get that classic wooden beauty.
Enjoy planters and don't want your Rain Barrel to take up any more space then it needs. Try a combination effect. Stylish, modern, and functional, this barrel wont take away from your garden space and can bring color and water to your home.
Ever wanted a waterfall but never cared for the electrical bill or annoying pump sounds. Try this cold stone look for your Rain water collection system. Overflow will trickle down and giving you that picturesk trickle, and offer you flowing water for days to come.
Now that you have selected the perfect Rain Barrel, its time to install it. Don't worry, it can be as easy as it is beautiful and funcitonal. Follow along with the steps in this video, and you will be collecting water before you know it.
Click Here ---> http://youtu.be/OGwp5s0CH8k
Also if you need a bit more information before making your choice, check out this site by healthy landscapces and the University of Rhode Island.
Click Here ---> http://www.uri.edu/ce/healthylandscapes/rainbsources.html
Not sure how to maintain your current barrels, or still need some tips on set up check out EPCOR.
Click Here ---> http://www.epcor.com/efficiency-conservation/outside-your-home/Pages/rain-barrels.aspx
Great Start Tristyn,
ReplyDeletevery reader friendly, and giving options for different landscapes is always a good way to start the conversation with your clients.
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I like this, it’s a good tool for the home owner. Or if the company wants to hand it out to their clients to promote them. This would be a good tool for promoting the installation of rain barrels in the urban setting. I like how you have examples of different kinds and styles, this gives a good grasp of just how many styles you could have to fit your style. Homeowners have meters on their homes now, this will help them to save money in the long run depending on the amount of rain fall for their region. I think you should have mentioned something about this. It would have tied to together and showed that they are practical and can save you money. This is a big selling point right now.
ReplyDeleteOh yeah, weather information! Great idea thanks! :)
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