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Make a Rain Barrel to Save Water

Save money -- and moisture -- this season by collecting rainwater.

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Why Make a Rain Barrel

Using a rain barrel can save you a significant amount of money in a season. For each inch of rain that falls on 500 square feet of roof, you can collect 300 gallons of water. In most areas of North America, that means you can collect more than a thousand gallons of water a year to use in your containers, houseplants, garden, or even your lawn. We'll show you how to make your own inexpensive rain barrel in just a couple of hours.



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