Rain Catchment
Buckets, Barrels & Beautiful Solutions
Rain doesn’t care how fancy your system is—it just falls. And we’re here to help you catch it. This section is all about turning gutters, barrels, and a little bit of know-how into a reliable source of free water. Whether you’re irrigating your garden, topping off the duck pool, or prepping for drier days, we’ve got guides, ideas, and plenty of learn-it-as-you-go wisdom.
From Roof to Root Zone
We’ve pieced together catchment systems from salvaged hose, secondhand tanks, and sheer determination. Here you’ll find real-world tutorials on first-flush diverters, overflow planning, seasonal storage, and filtering setups that actually work (even if they’re not pretty). It’s not about perfection—it’s about making water work for you.
Tips, Hacks, and Lessons from the Rain Barrel
Here’s where we log our experiments with rain catchment—what helped, what failed, and what made us run outside during the first real storm to watch it all in action. Whether you’re just getting started or tweaking your setup, you’ll find honest advice and a few muddy footprints in every post.
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