System Design

Open vs. Closed Rainwater Storage: Comparing Systems

Basics of Rainwater HarvestingRainwater harvesting is a method where you collect and store rainwater for later use, reducing your dependence...

Passive Rainwater Storage Systems

Basics of Rainwater HarvestingRainwater harvesting encapsulates systems and techniques for collecting and storing rainwater for your later use. It ranges...

Active Rainwater Storage Systems

Rainwater Harvesting BasicsWhen exploring rainwater harvesting, you'll encounter diverse systems and approaches, but at its core, the practice is about...

Rain Chains vs. Downspouts: Which is Better?

Historical Origins and Cultural SignificanceIn your exploration of rain chains and downspouts, you'll discover a rich history that navigates the...

How to Install Rain Chains: A Step-by-Step Guide

Assessing Your Installation SiteBefore you can adorn your home with a functional and aesthetic rain chain, careful site assessment is...

Using Rain Chains with Rain Barrels

The Basics of Rain ChainsRain chains offer an attractive alternative to traditional downspouts, transforming the functional conveyance of rainwater into...

Passive vs. Active Rainwater Storage Systems

Fundamentals of Rainwater HarvestingIn this section, you'll learn the essentials of harnessing rainfall, from understanding your catchment area to ensuring...

The Sound and Aesthetics of Rain Chains

Historical SignificanceRain chains, or 'kusari-doi' as you might hear them called in Japan, have a profound cultural and historical significance....

Water Flow Considerations with Rain Chains

Fundamentals of Rain ChainsRain chains are an alternative to traditional downspouts. Originating from Japan, these chains are not only functional...

Direct Rainwater Storage Systems

Understanding Rainwater HarvestingRainwater harvesting is an accessible and sustainable method of collecting and storing rainwater for later use. By understanding...