As previously mentioned, a rain chain is not suitable for all homes. They can splash and if placed close to the building where waterproof materials have not been used this could cause problems like damp. The length is impressively adjustable, ranging from 8 to 20 feet. You can pay extra to have the chain extended further. “If you are seeking a more luxurious rain chain, this is the ideal choice for you,” Kantor says. Although it comes with a v-hook to install it, you’ll also need an adaptor accessory for your gutter, which is sold separately. This stainless steel rain chain’s gorgeous origami-inspired design pays homage to the rain chain’s Japanese origins. “While this rain chain may not be made of the usual materials I would choose, I am particularly drawn to its unique shape,” Kantor says. “I believe it would function effectively as a rain chain while adding a delightful touch to a home without overly standing out.”

MEASUREMENTS - 8-1/2 feet long. Double link dimensions - 6 inches wide x 6 inches high. Our double links are the largest in the industry, which will ensure all water is diverted away from your home. Now that we have this bothering question out of the way, we can proceed with Explaining why you should or shouldn’t obtain rain chains for your beloved home. No matter what rain chain you choose, adding a rain chain receptacle can complete the look—and give cascading water a beautiful place to collect.Rain chains ( Japanese: 鎖樋, kusari-toi or kusari-doi, [1] literally "chain-gutter") are alternatives to a downspout. They are widely used in Japan. Their purpose is largely decorative, to make a water feature out of the transport of rainwater from the guttering downwards to a drain or to a storage container. (Rainwater is sometimes collected for household usage.) They can also be found on temples. [2] Kusari-Doi" provide a beautiful and functional substitute for the rainwater gutter down pipe, producing a lovely cascade of water flowing gracefully between the sections of rings or cups, and are normally finished at ground level with a weight buried in pebbles to keep the chain taught in the wind, the water from the chain may be fed into a large pot or suitable drain covered in pebbles. Now that I have had it for a few years, I can say that rain chains work just as well as the downspout did, even when there’s a heavy water flow.

From top to bottom, it is 53 inches (the chain alone is 4 feet) which might be a little short, even for a one-story home. That said, it’s still a fantastic option to hang from a shorter structure such as a shed, gazebo, or patio. You can also put a container at the bottom of the chain to collect water and reuse it again. While rainwater harvesting systems are certainly beneficial in terms of water conservation, some might consider the large downspout to be inconsistent with the overall aesthetics of their home or garden. Beneath the Kusari-doi it is common to place a prominent stone, a slab, a barrel or a stone basin of some sort to catch the water for later use. In gentle rain, erratically falling raindrops create attractive ripple pattern on the surface of such a basin, and provide yet more distraction. Look for Kusari-doi at the corners of traditional style houses, and at Japanese temples and shrines. They are most commonly found in the western and southern parts of the country and are rare in the north.

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When I installed my first rain chain, I wasn’t sure if it would work as well as the downspout. Especially since we get some pretty heavy rainfalls in this part of the country.