Our unique solution to shipping large rainwater containers: Don’t.
You supply the lumber and labor to build a bench that acts like a rain barrel, with up to 140 gallon capacity (instructions included are for a 65 gallon, standard 3′ bench)
The RainBench DIY Kit is a rainwater harvesting system for someone with basic carpentry skills. Save $ on shipping. Buy lumber & hardware locally (usually ~$20-30) Detailed instructions (pdf) in this kit help you build a 36″L x 21″H x 28″W bench that holds 65 gallons of rainwater or greywater. (can be customized up to 140 gallons) PLEASE NOTE: The brass fitting (pictured above) and one of the others have been replaced with a more efficient direct garden hose adapter. Works the same. Rain Bench DIY Kit includes: 1) Illustrated instructions to build your Rain Bench **MADE IN THE USA** Materials purchased separately: Tools needed:
1) Custom fitted 2-ply waterproof liner, 32″x32″x32″
2) Mosquito resistant PVC fittings welded to liner
1) 1′ UV-resistant tubing, 1″ I.D. (as two 6″ sections)
2) Reducers, 2″x1″ PVC thread
1) 1″ thread to barb (insert)
1) 1″ Tee thread to barb
1) 1″ barb to 3/4″ hose adapter
1) Garden Hose shut-off valve
1) Roll Teflon thread tape, 260″
Here is a video of Scott (aka the flash) throwing together a DIY kit:
Also available are individual liners or combo kits that include a diverter, from our main store page
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