Reasons for Preferring Rain Chains Over Traditional Gutters

Traditional unattractive downspouts made of plastic should be a thing of the past and we should make way for functional and aesthetically pleasing copper rain chains which creates a calming “zen” when rain water cascades down its length. Copper is one of the top ten most recycled products and lasts a life time so we should do all we can to support the environment and not use man made products. Over a period of time oxygen reacts with the copper and forms an attractive brown patina on the surface which enhances the appeal of rain chain.

Rain chains originated in Japan several decades ago and were used to transport water from the roof of temples to the ground where it was collected in large containers or barrels for further re-use. This concept should be followed going forward because water scarcity is an upcoming issue and we should collect and store rain water and use it wisely.

In areas of heavy snow we recommend strengthening your gutters with our 3 pcs gutter adaptor kit© and the addition of a melt wire. Ice formations on a rain chain look aesthetically dramatic and appealing. Metro logical experts are predicting warmer and inclement climate conditions so we suggest anchoring the end of a rain chain with a copper anchoring basin or alternately with a wire to ensure there are no issues during windy conditions. The anchoring basin needs to be stabilized and weighed down with heavy, smooth rocks. A beautiful water feature is created when rain water runs down the length of a rain chain into the copper anchoring basin and overflows into a bed of flowers or greens.