Buy Fiskars 5998 Salsa II 58 Gallon Rain Barrel with DiverterPro - Spice GraniteFiskars 5998 Salsa II 58 Gallon Rain Barrel with DiverterPro - Spice Granite Product Description:
- Fiskars' rain barrel with DiverterPro spigot is higher from the ground, providing clearance for filling watering cans
- Includes DiverterPro system that channels rainwater from the downspout into the rain barrel
- Barrel and cover made of UV-treated, impact-resistant polyethylene.
- Flat back fits snug to your house.
- Spigot is threaded for garden hose connection
- 48 imperial gallons is equal to the US 58 gallon
Product Description
The Salsa Rain Barrel System makes it easy to collect up to 58 gallons of water for your garden and lawn, and our included worry-free DiverterPro Rainwater Diverter filters out debris while always channeling overflow away from your house to protect your foundation. Our rain barrel is made in the USA, designed to withstand the elements and even fits snugly against your house so it’s never in the way. Our diverter accommodates both standard downspout sizes. Download our installation guide to see how easy it is to start collecting rainwater and reducing your watering bills.
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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful.
Fiskars Rain Barrel
By LAL
This is a very nice product. I use the rain it catches to water my MANY potted plants which saves on the water bill as well as being environmentally frugal. The rain barrel blends almost invisibly into the background (between the corner of my house and a high pine tree). I'm very pleased with the purchase. The only difficulty I had was with the initial installation. Cutting the drain pipe with a hacksaw required the assistance of a neighbor, a ladder, and some caulking to bond the junctures of the drain pipe to the bypass system. However, the finished product is worth the effort. If I had the room for a second one, I would definitely do so. I recommend this to potential customers.
24 of 24 people found the following review helpful.
Works like a charm
By ValueSeeker
Don't see why anyone would buy the older Salsa I over this model. The DiverterPro works exactly as intended - the key is to ensure your barrel is level with the diverter - the instructions make this very clear. If you're significantly off-level, then the pressure balance will get thrown off and either you won't get flow into the barrel, or the barrel will overflow. I've had neither problem, and unlike other reviewers, the hose connecting my diverter to the barrel isn't quite taut and does have a little dip to it. No problem for me, and no leaks either.For my needs, this was the right solution, as I wanted the downspout to still function if the barrel was full. Now I can daisy chain a bunch of barrels along the side of my house, with connections near the bottom of the barrels. This will keep water levels even across all the barrels, and when they're all full, overflow will just go straight out the downspout. Will plan to use regular trash cans for these daisy-chained barrels, as these won't be in a visible spot, and I don't need the extra diverters. Will need to purchase the Fiskar's connection kit though.For anyone interested in how to actually get water OUT of the barrels (without all the trouble of elevating the barrels 2-3 ft off the ground) - check out the 1hp submersible pump at Harbor Freight. $50 and you can connect via basic PVC fittings (and by drilling another hole near the top of the barrel) to your outlet hose. Very decent pressure and can even power a standard fan-style sprinkler, albeit at slightly less height than normal. Check out YouTube videos for more info on rain barrel pumps.Will update with pics soon.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful.great product. Easy to install. Collect water properly after a few adjustments
By Steven Cheng
I purchased the Fiskar 5998 Rain Barrel about 8 months ago on Amazon.com. The product shipped very quickly from Amazon.com - it came in a large but very light box. Installation was easier than expected. The instructions are very straight forward and the product is designed to fit various sized gutters. I had to wait a couple of weeks before it rained to test out the rain barrel. Once it began to rain, I had to run out there to make small adjustments to get the water flowing into the bucket. Once I had everything in place, the barrel collects water effortlessly. The design of the DiverterPro works well and prevents any overflow and debris (leaves) from going into the barrel. My only issue with this product is that while you can connect up a hose to the spigot, it is difficult to water my garden. The flow from the valve is very slow. Often times, I just open up the lid to fill a bucket of water instead of filling it from the bottom. Overall, I am happy with the design and functionality of the Fiskar 5998 Rain Barrel. I would recommend this product to anyone who is looking for alternative ways to save water and keep their gardens green through the harsh summers.
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