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Rain Barrels

A rain barrel collects rainwater from a roof or gutter. The collected water can be used to water plants, which saves tap water and reduces pressure on drains.

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One centimetre of rain falling on a roof of 100 square metres can collect around 1,000 litres of water.

All about Rain Barrels

A rain barrel collects rainwater from a roof or gutter. The collected water can be used to water plants, which saves tap water and reduces pressure on drains. Rain barrels often have a lid to keep out insects and debris.

One millimetre of rain falling on a roof of 100 square metres can collect around 100 litres of water. Over a wet season, a rain barrel can save a great deal of water.

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