Monarch Pure Copper Akira Extra Large Rain Chain, 8-1/2-Feet Length

Some splashing occurs, but it is minor and does not bother me. I intend to purchase a gutter adapter in order to reduce splashing and strengthen the attachment point in case the rainchain ices up this winter. My video was shot on the same day that I put the chain up. I still need to locate a better catch basin that can be modified to fit the drain. I made a temporary solution by cutting a hole in a large plastic planter and purchasing a PVC adapter with a grate from Lowe's, then filling it with rocks. It works, but I'll need a larger pot to ensure the chain hangs straight. It works, though, even from a slight angle.

Dulce Hubbard

| Nov 03, 2021

  This device is capable of handling a significant amount of water. We purchased this one in particular for a 20-foot section of gutter where heavy spring rains are expected. A light rain was used to create this video. The gutter installer was impressed with these because they are of the same high quality as the ones they buy in bulk for about three times the price.
1. Always have something to which you can anchor. We used copper wire to secure it to a pile of rocks, which keeps it from blowing away in the strong winds and protects it from erosion.
2. Copper and aluminum are not compatible. Copper should not come into contact with aluminum gutters because it will corrode over time. To keep the top of the chain in place, I drilled holes in this downspout piece and inserted a stainless steel bolt.
3. To prevent splashing out of the chain cups, attach it as close to the downspout as possible; this is another reason why I used the bolt: it holds the chain closer to the downspout hole than the included copper wire can.

Cheyenne Parsons

| Nov 30, 2021

  The chain can handle the entire output from my garden hose, as seen in the video. No, it's not perfect; you can see where it's losing a little water due to splashing, but it's still very good. Because the chain is unmistakably solid copper, I'm hoping for a patina to develop that will eventually match the 105-year-old copper gutters (which will probably take another 105 years). br>br>The video above shows my first attempt at using a rain chain with a drain pipe; I'm sure there will be more, but I like the idea of having the transition from the chain to the pipe serve as a bird bath. Let's see how things turn out. 11/11/2019 br>br>Update: 11/11/2019 br>br>11/11/2019 br>br>11/11/2019 br>br>For a gutter that handles a large amount of roof area, I doubled up a dual rainchain (2 X 16 feet long). It works perfectly, and the birds adore the copper fire pit that has been converted into a large catch basin. br>br>Pro- br>Pro- br>Pro- br>Pro- b Tip: If you want to speed up the formation of patina on copper, spray it once a day for three days with Miracle-Gro. Gro plant fertilizer is a liquid fertilizer that can be applied to plants.

Amalia MELLOR

| Feb 15, 2021

Any rain chain I purchased had to have this. It had to be capable of more than just being attractive. br>(I have other rain chains hanging from the pergolas, but they aren't connected to gutters, so it doesn't matter if leaves fall into them. ) They serve as more of a decorative element than a practical one. )br>br>I'd wanted rain chains for a long time, but put them off because our old gutters were rotting and needed to be replaced. We didn't want to replace them until the roof had been completed. You know, sometimes everything is 'connected,' and it's best to hold off on doing everything at once. So when we got a new roof and gutters, I had three of these lovely rain chains installed in front of the house by our gutter installer. br>Here in Miami, our rains are so strong that even with three chains on a single gutter, each one looks like a firehose when it rains heavily. br>Our house's roofline is approximately 12 feet across the front. The length is 100 feet. On the old gutters, we had three downspouts, and one section kept sagging and falling after every heavy rain because they were not spaced correctly. br>When we got new gutters, I put two rain chains on each end and one in the middle. The chains' symmetry is lovely, and I get to watch the rain fall down the center chain from my living room window. I can keep an eye on them all from my front porch. I'm in ecstasy right now. br>In some ways, I'm glad it took so long to get them because it gave me time to consider what kind of chain I needed (rather than just buying something pretty and being disappointed with its performance), as well as where I should put them. If you're replacing an existing downspout, the answer is straightforward. However, if you're getting new gutters, you'll want to think about it because once you've made a hole in the gutter, it'll be difficult to repair. It's almost as if you have to hang the chain there! br>Not only does the chain need to be functional, but it should also be placed in a location where you can admire it from inside the house or on your porch/patio. So choosing a location for me was a little difficult; I was afraid of hanging them somewhere and then being stuck with it if I didn't like it. So I thought long and hard before hanging them, and I had to move one because the water flow was too much for it, and the ground was always wet, so I replaced it with a down spout and French drain. Even with all of the planning, you never know how much or how quickly water will leak from your roof, and rain chains can become overwhelmed. When it rains, the water splashes down sideways, splattering everything in a 5-foot radius, making them look ridiculous. br>br>Here are a few things I thought about: Was the drainage adequate, or did I need to add rocks, a pot, or a barrel to help it along? Was it too close to trees, the front or back door, (chains splash, so location near a door isn't always ideal), would I be able to see it from inside the house, would it be in a windy spot where it might break loose and smash into a window, glass door, or the house? (This is a concern, given the frequency of high-wind storms in this area. ) Was it going to flood onto pavers or something set in sand, and if so, did I have enough buffer/under liner/rocks/pot, or all of the above, to prevent the overflow from washing out the sand or dirt over time, or drowning all the plants in a garden? br>I wish the chains could maintain their gleaming copper color. I considered spraying them all with a clear sealant paint, but I was concerned that rain would cause them to wear unevenly. The sealant would fade, chip, and wear off in patches as a result of exposure to the sun. I don't need a rain chain with copper spots, and I'm not OCDC enough to re-order one. Once a year, spray the chains. As a result, I left them alone, and they've all developed a lovely patina. They haven't turned a shade of green yet. I'm not sure if they will. I'm hoping against hope that they won't. br>I 'finished' them all by placing them in blue and white Talavera pots with blue underliners. After hearing them bang and rattle against the pots on windy and rainy days, I decided to put large white river rocks in the pots to keep the chains in place. rains. br>Living in the Land of Hurricanes comes with its own set of challenges, so I'm sure that when the next 'big one' hits, we'll have to get on a ladder and remove the rain chains, but after installing storm shutters, rain chains aren't a big deal. People who live in cold climates may need to remove their rain chains in order for them not to freeze over during an ice storm, causing a gutter to collapse due to the extra weight of the ice. br>If you get heavy rains or live near trees that shed a lot, this is the perfect chain to use.

Maximiliano Mann

| Apr 15, 2021

I just finished putting up my rain chain. Because I live near the coast in Tampa, I needed one that was large and heavy-duty to handle the amount of rain we get. It was simple to put in place. The extra installation kits are a waste of money. It's a waste of time. I would advise you to ancor it. In the strong winds we have on the coast, it swings a lot, so I bought a small amount of copper wire from Lowes ($1). 50) and wrap it around a large rock I had on hand, and it stays in place perfectly. There's no need to spend an additional $20 on a flashy anchor. It worked and sounded great after we ran some water through it. I'm waiting for it to rain so I can see how it holds up, but it's looking great so far!.

Bentlee Baker

| Jul 28, 2021