Downspouts are a necessary element to guide rainwater from the gutter to the ground. And though functional, downspouts are not know for their aesthetic value and often detract from the architectural ...

Rain chains, called kusari-doi, have been used for hundreds of years in Japan to channel rainwater off roofs. Make this one and place it near a deck or porch so you'll be able to watch -- but the real ...

As the fall rains return and the days grow shorter, the efficiency of your home's exterior drainage becomes crucial. You may already be familiar with rain chains. These beautiful, sustainable systems ...

Managing the rain that falls on your roof may not be the sexiest aspect of home maintenance, but it's among the most necessary. The very name "gutter" calls to mind murky stormwater traveling through ...

The wood cladding on this rain barrel at the Victoria Educational Garden keeps algae from growing by blocking the light. It’s also very attractive In the last few years, we’ve experienced some extreme ...