Smartware 48 Gallon Rain Barrel

A smart way to save water, the Smartware 48 Gallon Rain Barrel looks like a wooden barrel from the Old West, but it's actually made with 98% post-consumer recycled plastic. The walls of this rustic rain barrel are 5/8-inch thick for extra durability and stability. When you purchase and use this rain barrel, you're not only doing a good work by saving the natural resource of water, but you're also promoting the use of recycled materials instead of brand new wood or plastic products.

Please note: The carbon steel bands wrapped around the barrel are slightly rusted for an authentic antique look. These bands will continue to rust when exposed to the elements.

Several features make it easy to assemble and use this eco-friendly water container in your yard. The raised spigot reduces hose crimping, the removable screen filter keeps the water clean, and a raised feed minimizes surface staining. The barrel is very easy to assemble and requires no tools. Simply clamp the top and bottom together so that they seal. Then position the barrel below your gutter's drain spout in order to catch the rain water. Once you have collected enough water, attach a garden hose to the spigot, and give your garden a refreshing drink. This unique rain barrel is made in the USA and holds up to 48 gallons of water.

An Eco-friendly Practice: Using a rain barrel is one way you can become more environmentally conscious. Saving rain water reduces the amount of usable water you need, which decreases demand for treated water and saves you money. Because the rain barrel catches water that would normally flow to the ground, it also helps the environment by reducing runoff waste water. Storing rain water can also supply you with an alternative water source during dry weather spells. And to top it all off, rain water is healthier for plants than tap water. What are you waiting for? Order a rain barrel today, and go green.