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Gallon Bucket -
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32 Gallon Outdoor Trash Can -
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Screen Material -
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Water Spigot
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Step 1
To allow water to filter and drain properly, we decided to integrate a bucket in the top of our barrel. Begin by making adjustments to your gallon bucket. This is where your drainpipe will meet the rain barrel. To make this connection possible, you need to cut out an opening in the center of the bucket lid for your drainpipe to fit into. Remove the end of your drainpipe and trace its shape in the center of the bucket lid. Next, mount the cutting guide onto your 4200 tool. To do this, remove the nosecap of the tool, insert your 561 multipurpose cutting bit (included in the kit) and replace the nosecap of the tool with the guide. Set the tool to a speed setting of 5-10. Plunge into your marked line and, applying light pressure, trace around your marked line. Test your downspout for a snug fit.
Rain Barrel
Next, you'll want to remove the base of your bucket. We marked a line 6" from the bottom of the bucket. To make a straight line of cut around the bucket, we wrapped tape around the bucket at that 6" height. Next, using a Dremel Saw-Max tool and a SM500 Wood and Plastic Blade, we cut flush along our tape-marked line. As you cut, slowly rotate the bucket towards you, while pushing the tool away from you. The abrasive finish on the wheel will leave a smooth finish behind.
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That is soooooo cool! I bought my rain barrel but I need 1 more. I hope you don't mind if I use your design! Thanks!