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steel or aluminum rain barrels

20 years ago

I have a thing against plastic of any kind. I hate it and try to stay away from it in all forms.

I have seen an old-time metal rain barrel on legs that is still in use which I love, but I can't seem to find anyone who makes these. I know I could use a 55 gallon steel drum to collect rain water, but what I really want is a much larger rain barrel.--I have a huge roof. This water will not be used for drinking purposes.

Does anyone know where I could find something like this?

Thanks.

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gardenlen
20 years ago
here in australia we can get what is called galvanised water tanks, they are made out of corrugated zincaluem roof panels been popular here for a century or more. they make all sizes in them. or alternatively you could go to a metal fabricator and have a tank/barrel made especialy for you you then have the option of aluminium or whatever material you desire even stainless steel no corrosion problems there hey?

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