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There are a few different options for creating your own rain barrel. A basic trash can is a favorite container, but according to the author of the article below, a food grade container is best for capture water that you are reusing in your garden. Whatever materials you choose to use, this is a great tutorial for anyone that wants to try to make one themselves. This is not legal in all states so ask before you decide to make one. Follow the link below for the article.
How to Build a Rain Barrel, Plus Care and Maintenance
I’ve seen these done a few different ways now. Since we discovered with have no spigot in the back of our house we decided a rain barrel would be the perfect remedy. We could save on our water bill, reclaim and reuse rainwater AND not have to install a plumbing fixture.
