Rain Barrel System | EXPLAINED

This is a follow-up video to Robert's previous video (Rain Barrel System Upgrade) where he spends some time diving deeper into how his current DIY rain barrel system works, as well as explaining and answering some common frequently asked questions for rain barrel systems.

You can also find links to some of the components explained in the video below.

Robert has also posted links to the components used from the previous video for quick access for those just joining the rain barrel series.

Link To Platform Dimensions: https://greentechtown.gumroad.com/l/o...

Links To Parts Used To Create The Rain Barrel System:
Rain Barrel Base Parts:
► 12"x8"x16" Concrete Blocks (3x): Home Depot/Lowes
► 8"x8"x16" Concrete Blocks (3x): Home Depot/Lowes
► 2"x4"x8" Pressure Treated Wood (2x): Home Depot/Lowes
► 3" Exterior Screws: Home Depot/Lowes

Rain Diverter Kit (Pick The Correct One For Your Size DownSpout):
► 3"x 4" Downspout: https://amzn.to/3u66xOV
► 2"x 3" Downspout (what I have in the video): (https://www.amazon.com/EarthMinded-Ra...)

Rain Barrel Bulkhead Fitting:
► Hydro Flow Bulkhead Fitting: https://monstergardens.com/hydro-flow...
► 3/4" Bulkhead Fitting (alternative source): https://www.indoorgardens.com/product...

PVC Parts:
(Most of these parts you can buy from a home improvement store, but here are some online links)
► 3/4" 90 Degree Elbow: https://amzn.to/3r32GjD
► 3/4" Coupling: https://amzn.to/3j5hXMD
► 3/4" PVC Ball Valve: https://amzn.to/3Kivrk0
► 3/4" PVC Close Riser: https://www.homedepot.com/p/3-4-in-x-...
► 3/4" PVC Tee: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Charlotte...
► 3/4" PVC Male Hose Fitting: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Orbit-3-4...
► 3/4" PVC Female Hose Fitting: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Orbit-3-4...
► 3/4" PVC Female Hose Fitting (alternative source): https://www.amazon.com/Orbit-53360-Sl...
► 3/4" PVC 90 Degree MPT Fitting: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Charlotte...
► PVC Conduit Clamp: https://amzn.to/36ZIA37
► PVC All In One Cement: https://amzn.to/3LCzrfs
► PVC Pipe Cutter: https://amzn.to/37dlndt
► Teflon Tape: https://amzn.to/3NYoSFM

Other Parts:
► Silicone Sealant: https://amzn.to/3E3OCvT
► Caulk Gun (for applying silicone sealant): https://amzn.to/3jfj0tn
► Sandpaper: https://amzn.to/3DSgK52
► Level: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Empire-Tr...
► 1-1/8" Spade Drill Bit: https://amzn.to/3uUcw8A
► Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3NWdcTG
► Sediment Filter: https://amzn.to/3uh4BDg
► Plastic Spray Paint: https://amzn.to/3xcV3Lw
► Insect Netting: https://amzn.to/37nCFEP
► Step Bit: https://amzn.to/3x8CJmP
► Velcro Ties: https://amzn.to/3JiNxkA
► Zip Ties (alternative to velcro ties): https://amzn.to/3NTtuNa

Video Links:
-Latest Rain Barrel System Installation:    • Rain Barrel System | CHEAP Water Capacity ...  
-Float Switch Installation:    • CHEAP Rain Barrel Float Switch | DIY Water...  
-PVC Drip Irrigation:    • PVC Drip Irrigation System | EASY DIY  
-Transfer Pump Installation:    • Rain Barrel System | CHEAP Water Pump Setup  
-Solar System Setup:    • Rain Barrel Solar Panel System Upgrade  

Video Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:34 System Overview
1:43 Diverter Explained
2:18 Bottom Fill
2:49 Overflow
3:00 Draining
3:09 Demonstration
4:16 Barrel Venting
5:00 First Flush
5:26 Sealed vs Un-sealed
5:58 Bottom Fill vs Top Fill
6:18 Outflow Fittings
6:34 Rain Barrel Benefits
7:12 Roof Collection Capacity

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