Water systems

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We're often asked "Can I plumb the rainwater into my toilet cistern to flush the toilet". The simple answer is yes, with some caveats! The conventional way would be to opt for a standard undergound rainwater harvesting system which provides a large amount of storage out of sight. However, an undergound system requires a pump and controls to deliver the rainwater to where is is required and so requires power, maintenance and a large excavation for the underground tank. This isn't always…

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After losing a record number of plants last winter, I'm taking special care to get new plantings well established with consistent watering.

Photograph by Jennifer Cheung More Videos From Sunset Most Western gardeners these days strive for sustainability, incorporating eco-friendly elements like low-water plantings, permeable paving, composting systems, and furniture made from recycled lumber. But there’s a new eco must-have on the block: Grey water.Quick definition: Grey water diverts water from sinks, showers, or laundry to hydrate …

"We're installing a huge system at The Green Leaf Inn, there's already a 10,000 gallon superinsulated tank for the hot water and a 19,000 gallon greywater and rainwater reuse tank installed. You may also want to check: http://greenbuildtv.com/products/stormwater-storage-tanks/ "