This page provides information on converting a barrel or other device into a rain barrel.

  • We recommend the use of EarthMinded convertor kits. From hole saws to hose bibs, these kits include everything need to create a rain barrel. You can find these by searching "EarthMinded rain barrel convertor kit". It also comes with a set of extremely useful and easy to follow directions. You can find them from $25 to $30 at major retailers. See the images below for packaging and kit contents.
  • The EarthMinded instruction manual is available here should you care to review it before committing to a kit.
  • Tips for painting your barrel can be found here via Dropbox.
  • An excellent YouTube video for using the EarthMinded kits can be found here.
  • The MUB video discussing the kit can be found on YouTube here.


EarthMinded Kit and Contents