Yahoo Finance The Top 8 Rain Barrels You Can Buy Online
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The Top 8 Rain Barrels You Can Buy Online
If you don't already own a rain barrel, consider it the greatest gardening hack y0u haven't heard of (yet). These seemingly simple containers collect water from your roof and gutter that can later be repurposed to water your backyard—conserving water and saving you money in the process. We scoured the internet for the best rain barrels on the market, just in time for spring.
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1) Good Ideas Black Rain Barrel
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This barrel can hold up to 50 gallons of rainwater and comes with a debris screen and a spigot for quick harvesting—you can even hook on a hose to make watering larger areas (like a lawn) easier.
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2) RTS Home Accents Rain Water Collection Barrel
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This best-seller has a flat back so you can place it flush against any available outdoor wall space. It has an aluminum screen to keep out debris and insects and also features hand-painted wood grain texture for a rustic design touch.
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3) Sol 72 Outdoor Russellville 50 Gallon Rain Barrel
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Interested in something a little more aesthetically pleasing? Look no further than this paneled option, which will blend in with your house's siding. It comes with two spigots and is completely water-, weather-, and UV light-resistant.
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4) Algreen Athena Plastic Rain Water Barrel (2-Pack)
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Cover more real estate with this set of two rain barrels, which are made from a durable molded plastic that won't chip or crack over time. Place this duo on opposite ends of your house's gutters to collect the most water possible—each pot can hold up to 50 gallons.
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5) Black Bella Vista 65 Gallon Rain Barrel
Sol 72 Outdoor
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This textured design will blend right in with your outdoor decor, and there's even room for a flower planter on top. Don't be fooled by the elegant detailing: According to the hundreds of reviewers who gave this product an average 4.6 star rating, the container is super durable. "Our rain barrel has just lasted through a Pennsylvania winter with no problems," writes one happy customer. "Exterior holds up and still looks like when we purchased it."
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6) Good Ideas 40-Gallon Rain Barrel
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Featuring a faux-oak exterior, this green option is made from 100% recycled resin. With a 40 gallon capacity, it's a slightly smaller option than the others on this list, making it a great solution for cramped spaces. Some reviewers recommend buying a diverter to tack onto the spigot, to avoid water pooling at the base.
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7) Impressions 90 Gallon Rain Barrel
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Meant to look like a tree trunk, this textured option can hold a whopping 90 gallons (yes, really) of rainwater. The brass spigot can be assembled in two different locations, and it comes with an interior routed channel so that water won't flood the foundation—no diverter necessary.
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8) Algreen Terra Cotta Athena Rain Barrel
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Love the look of terracotta pots? Channel the style of an Italian villa with this ceramic-lookalike option... which is actually made of roto-molded plastic to withstand harsh temperatures and weather conditions. Plus, it can hold up to 80 gallons, which should be more than enough to keep your summer garden thriving.
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