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Rain Barrels: How To Collect Rain Water

Rain barrels are fairly easy to set up and can provide benefits to you and the environment. Here are some expert tips on how to collect rainwater.

Outdoors

8 Decorative Rain Barrels

Rain barrels can be functional and attractive. Here’s a collection of decorative rain barrels for you to choose from.

House & Components

Rain Barrel Diverters Protect Your Foundation From Overflows

About three years ago, I built myself a rain barrel from a 55-gallon plastic pickle container.

Skills

How to Build a Rain Barrel

This DIY rain barrel is inexpensive and works just as well as ones you can buy. Get complete how-to instructions and start saving water with the next rainfall.

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10 Rain Jacket Deals for Braving Spring Showers

Our curated list of rain jacket sales features finds from top brands like L.L. Bean up to 55% off.

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What Is a Rain Chain?

Once you discover the beauty of water flowing down a rain chain, you’ll look at your own house to figure out where you might put one.

House & Components

How to Achieve Better Yard Drainage

Wet spots in your yard are a nuisance and an eyesore. Grass will die if it’s underwater for too long. You can’t mow over wet areas, and everyone tracks mud into the house. If the soggy area is close to your house, it can cause your basement to leak, or worse. So what’s the answer? In this article we’ll review the options.

House & Components

Can You Go To Jail for Collecting Rainwater?

It’s fine in most states, but some have stricter rules!

Outdoors

How To Water Your Vegetable Garden

Decide early on how you’ll water your garden when it doesn’t rain enough so you’ll be ready when the time comes.

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12 Ways To Create a More Sustainable Home

A sustainable home doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here are doable, affordable options for reducing your carbon footprint.

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