Product Overview
Water Butts Cosmetic Seconds – Occasionally, we come across second-quality water butt with minor cosmetic marks inside or outside. While these barrels have never been used, they still come with the full 3 year warranty.
A cosmetic blemish would be a scratch on the water butt or barrel, but due to this small imperfection, we do not want to sell them as new. Our seconds are fully functional and come supplied with the same accessories as our new barrels. A perfect option if you are looking for a cheaper alternative.
The barrels are roto-moulded from highly durable polyethylene (plastic), which is frost and UV-resistant, meaning you won’t need to worry about weather damage and they will retain their colour and appearance over the years. These barrels are lightweight compared to wood, making them easier to move around.
Why Choose These Water Butts?
- Unlike other water butts, this one can stay full all year round with no risk of splitting.
- Supplied with two moulded brass outlets, offering a significant advantage over plastic threads. Durable and corrosion resistant, the brass outlets reduce the risk of leaks and prevent cross-threading issues.
- Wildlife friendly lid collects a shallow 1” pool of water, creating a safe drinking and bathing spot for birds.
- Easy assembly: Comes complete with a tap, lid, and plug. A diverter inlet fitment is required.
- Hand finished: Each barrel is individual, made using a rotomoulding process and finished by hand for a premium, authentic look.
Transferring Water to the Water Butt Barrels:
To transfer rainwater from your downpipe into a water butt barrel, you have a couple of options depending on whether you want the water filtered. For unfiltered water, we recommend the Harcostar Rain Trap. It’s a cost-effective and straightforward solution. For filtered water, to remove leaves, moss, and other debris, consider using the Gutter Mate Diverter and Filter or the 3P Filter Collector. These options help keep the water in your butt cleaner for longer.
Once you've chosen a diverter, you'll need to consider the correct hole size. We recommend using a 25mm drill bit for the Harcostar Rain Trap & Gutter Mate, and a 32mm drill bit for the 3P Filter Collector, as both make the job much easier.
Place your water butt in position first, then mark the best location for the hole. Once ready, simply drill and install the diverter.
Available Measurements:
Please click on the links to see exact dimensions of each size of barrel, beginning with the smallest at 50L, followed by 140L, 240L, 350L, and 480L.
