Guide to Rainwater Terrace Water Butt

Introduction

Installing a Rainwater Terrace water butt is a great way to conserve water and keep your garden hydrated. This guide will walk you through the steps to properly install and use your Rainwater Terrace water butt.

 

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Installation Steps

1. Unpack the Components

Carefully unpack your Rainwater Terrace water butt. You should have the following components:

  • Rainwater storage containers

  • Matching water butt stand

  • Planter tray /planters

  • Fast flow tube kit

  • Inlet and outlet pipes

  • Downpipe diverter kit

  • Security kit including lid pins.

2. Choose the Location

Select a flat, stable, solid surface near a downpipe. Ensure there is enough space for the water butt and easy access for watering cans or hoses. We recommend using a 60cm x 60cm paving stone.

3. Assemble the Base

Place the base unit on the selected spot. Ensure it is level to avoid any imbalance once the water butt is filled.

4. Attach the Outlet pipe

Connect the outlet pipe to the cone located inside the stand, this will overflow water back to the downpipe.

5. Assemble the Water Butt and Connect the Fast Flow Taps.

Install the water butt containers one at a time, each will need a fast flow tab and bung assembling to the before the lid of the container is put into place. Make sure you install the fast flow tube taps on the side of the water butt that is furthest away from the downpipe for better access when filling watering cans.

6. Install the Planter Tray and Planters

Place the planter tray on top of the water butt, this top planter tray has capillary mats which help draw some of the stored rainwater up to the plants. The side planters clip on the available slots around the water butt also using capillary mats the draw the stored water to the plants.

7. Connect the Downpipe Diverter

Follow these steps to connect the downpipe diverter:

  • Measure and cut a section of the downpipe to fit the diverter, this should be at least 10cm above the top of the water butt.

  • Attach the diverter and connect it to the water butt with the provided hose.

  • Ensure all connections are secure to prevent leaks.

 

Using Your Rainwater Terrace Water Butt

1. Collecting Rainwater

Once installed, the water butt will collect rainwater automatically. Check periodically to ensure the diverter is functioning properly and that the water butt is filling as expected.

2. Watering Your Garden

Use the fast flow tube taps to fill watering cans for convenient garden watering. The self-watering planter trays will keep your plants hydrated using the collected rainwater.

Benefits of Using a Rainwater Terrace Water Butt

  • Water Conservation: Reduce your reliance on mains water by using collected rainwater.

  • Healthy Plants: Rainwater is free from chemicals found in tap water, making it better for plants.

  • Sustainability: Contribute to environmental sustainability by reducing water waste.

Conclusion

By following this guide, you can successfully install and use your Rainwater Terrace water butt to conserve water and maintain a healthy garden. Regular maintenance will ensure your water butt remains in good working condition for years to come.

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