Rain Water Tanks

What is a rain water tank?

A rain water tank enables you to store the water that falls on your roof as rain, and reuse it throughout your home and garden, thus reducing the amount of mains water you use. A rain water tank is a great way to increase your self-sufficiency, and preserve your garden during the drier months of the year.

What types of rain water tanks are available?

Rainwater tanks are made from a variety of different materials, and come in a range of shapes and sizes. Rain water tanks can be made out of food-grade polyethylene, steel, and PVC. Rain water tanks can be round, slimline, squat, modular, underground, or bladder, in shape and dimension. Choosing the right size rain water tank is also important – as a general rule, get the biggest and strongest tank that you can afford!

Polyethylene rain water tanks

Polyethylene or plastic rain water tanks are widely available and represent good value in terms of cost per litre. Polyethylene rain water tanks will expand and contract over time as they fill and release, which means they need to have a sturdy base and flexible hosing. Polyethylene tanks are light and easy to manoeuvre into position, and have a long life if kept out of direct sunlight. Neco recommends Tankmasta polyethylene rain water tanks, as they are one of the few rain water tanks to comply with all Australian Standards. Tankmasta polyethylene rain water tanks have thicker walls and bases than cheaper tanks on the market, and will last longer.

Steel rain water tanks

Modern steel rain water tanks are available in a range of shapes, sizes and colours and are coated with food-grade polyethylene to prevent corrosion. Steel rain water tanks are stronger than polyethylene rain water tanks and will not degrade in the sun, or bulge. In addition, they are fully recyclable at the end of their life. Neco recommends Tankworks rain water tanks. Tankworks has been manufacturing rain water tanks since 1934, and reinforce all their rain water tank joins, for a perfect waterproof seal and maximum strength. Tankworks have over 8,000 rain water tanks in their range, so there is bound to be one to match your site.

PVC rain water tanks

PVC is used as a liner for bladder rain water tanks, and underground rain water tanks. Neco recommends EcoSac bladder tanks, as they come in a range of shapes and sizes ideal for under homes or decks. For homeowners wanting something a little bigger, Neco recommends Atlantis underground water tanks, that use a plastic sub-frame with a PVC liner.

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