During the past several years,
the Rainscapes Program staff
have worked with a number of
designs to develop a basic, long-
lasting, and easy-to-assemble
rain barrel, using parts readily
found at most home improve-
ment centers. The following
instructions reflect the most
recent model.
If you have picked up your rain
barrel through one of our
“Make and Take” workshops,
many of the preliminary steps
have been completed for you.
Skip to the appropriate instruc-
tions for guidance in finishing
your rain barrel.
The following listing provides
the name and model number of
the parts used to make our Rain
Barrel. The cost for all parts at a
standard hardware store is
approximately 15 dollars.
Rain Barrel Hardware
Overflow
:
1-1/4” Adapter Insert MPT (SWP151)
Size 24 25-50mm Metal Hose Clamp
1-1/4” Sump Pump Hose (Flotec
FP0012-6F)
Silicone sealer or teflon tape (opt.)
Inlet Grate:
6” NDS Green Grate
6-7” Metal Clamp #10
12” square Window Screen
Hose Bibb/Sillcock:
Brass Sillcock/Hose Bibb 3/4” MPT
Silicone sealer or teflon tape (opt.)
Rain Bar
rel Assemb
ly
F A C T S H E E T
Basic Instructions
Step A
: Cut a hole in the top of your barrel for the inlet drain. The
hole should only be large enough to allow the grate to rest on its
flange. Cut the hole using either a RotoZip
TM
drill or carefully measure
and mark the area to be cut, start a pilot hole, and cut out the
marked area with a jigsaw.
Step B
: Use a 1-1/2 inch keyhole bit to cut a hole to accommodate
the 1-1/4 inch Overflow Adapter. You may need to rasp or sand the
hole somewhat larger to screw in the Adapter. Expect a snug fit.
Step C
: Use a 15/16 inch drill bit to cut a hole for the 3/4-inch Brass
Hose Bibb.
