What is the purpose of filling the rain barrel?
- Steadfastness
- Control of functionality
- Check whether overflow protection is required
Steadfastness
When filled, a Rain barrel apply a considerable weight and can then usually no longer move. However, since the bin is only made of plastic, it is very light without content and threatens to tip over in strong winds. So that your rain barrel does not blow through the garden or possibly roll onto the street in bad weather, you should always ensure that it is sufficiently dead weight.
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Control of functionality
What's the point of a rain barrel that has cracks or leaks? Before setting up, you should test your copy for damage. Small cracks remain to the bare eye unfortunately sometimes hidden. So the best method is to fill the rain barrel with water. Moist spots on the outer wall indicate Holes there.
Check whether overflow protection is required
The capacity of a hollow body is difficult for some people to estimate. Especially with
Rain barrels(€ 3.59 at Amazon *) Gardeners often underestimate both volume and actual water needs. By filling the rain barrel, you can see exactly how many liters fit in the container. If you compare this with the precipitation rate in your home region, you can calculate whether the bin will be used in heavy rain overflows. If the capacity is not sufficient for your water needs, it is best to close one second ton at.The slightly different filling
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