A rain barrel at one time was a main source of water for the family home. Today, the same concept can be used for watering gardens, potted flowers or anywhere gray water can be used. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Purchase a plastic storage drum. These can be found at salvage or military surplus stores. Remove the lid and set aside. Drums sold without lids are generally several dollars less, and if you don’t plan to store the water, are a very good deal.
2. Build a screen frame. Start by attaching the 1 x 1 lumber together in a square shape. Lay out the square and attach using the drill and a screw for each corner.
3. Lay the frame over the window screen material. Pull up the sides and staple the screen onto the frame using the staple gun. Trim off any excess material using scissors or a razor knife.
4. Lay the frame over the opening of the rain barrel. This will keep leaves and other debris out of the water.
5. Place the rain barrel under a downspout of your house guttering system. If needed, use tin snips to cut the downspout to an appropriate length.
6. Allow the water to collect and use as needed.
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