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DIY Rain Catchment System (infosec.pub)

submitted 4 months ago by wolfyvegan@slrpnk.net to c/offgrid@slrpnk.net

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cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/20107320

Source: Bon Bagay: Permaculture, Abundance and Autonomy (scroll to bottom)

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[–] perestroika@slrpnk.net 4 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

Nice system. The first drain and spillway are well thought out.

Not sure about elsewhere, but here in Europe, one can often get plastic IBC containers in a metal support cage (1 x 1 x 1 m cube shaped) really cheap. It's smart to examine the labels before buying, to make sure it didn't hold anything hazardous. They come with a tap too and store 1000 L of water.

So if one practises gardening, a bigger tank might be handy to have. Elevating the ground under the tank or digging a hole under the tap will ensure better access.

[–] MysteriousSophon21@lemmy.world 2 points 3 weeks ago

Those IBCs are a gamechanger for rainwater collection! Just remember to paint or cover them if they're clear/white - UV degrades the plastic and you'll get algea growth like crazy. I've had mine for 3 yrs now and the black spraypaint job has kept it in perfect condition.