Attach adapters step 4.
Cut gutter rain barrel.
Use a carpenter s square to get around to the bottom.
Measure and cut the two pvc pipe pieces to create the w shape pipe system we made here.
Use the old adage measure twice and cut once then turn the gutter upside down on the table and mark it all the way around.
With a diy rain barrel system step 1.
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This will be one of the cuts you make in the downspout so draw a line all the way across it.
Rain barrels which are especially useful for lawns and gardens during droughts or periods of water restrictions can be made of plastic ceramic wood stone or metal pick the type that matches your home s exterior style and meets your water saving needs.
Follow your manual s instructions to adapt the downspout.
Install drain hole step 2.
Residential rain barrels range from small 15 gallon models to larger commercial and industrial models that hold up to 5 000 gallons.
Window screens step 1.
Cutting the downspout to allow the barrel to fit under it and attaching an elbow section if needed.
Measure and mark carefully.
Remove the barrel s lid or cut a large hole through which rain can enter.
Boring or cutting out a section of downspout and installing a diverter that connects to the barrel with a hose.
Cut a hole in the lid for water to enter and place a piece of mesh screen under the lid to filter the water and prevent insects from entering.
Turn the barrels upside down to.
This will be another cut you make to your downspout.
Next mark the downspout anywhere from 8 to a foot above the diverter.
Start by thoroughly rinsing the barrels inside and out image 1.
Set the rain barrel in place on the platform.
Mark your downspout at the top of the barrel.
Laying your gutter on the workbench measure off the amount of gutter you want to cut and mark it with a pencil.
Step by step guide to installing a rain gutter diverter for hooking up a rain barrel filling a pool koi pond etc.