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Podcast Features: 5 Lively Interviews With BlueBarrel’s Founder
September 3, 2025Enjoy a series of podcast interviews with BlueBarrel's founder, Jesse Savou. Join hosts Neal Collins, Izumi Tanaka, Mike O'Rourke, and Scott Sandstrom to learn about DIY rainwater harvesting, our journey as a company, the values behind our business, and how our offerings have evolved to what you see right here in our Online Store today! Read More...
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DIY Files: David’s BlueBarrel Rainwater Catchment System™ Featuring Winterization, Gravity Irrigation & Veggies!
August 26, 2025Get inspired by our DIY highlight of the season. BlueBarrel customer David shares photos of his BlueBarrel System™, including double diverters, winterization, and gravity-fed drip irrigation to his vegetable garden. Read More...
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Rain Barrel Water and Edible Gardens: Safe, Sustainable Irrigation You Can Trust
July 31, 2025At BlueBarrel, we hear this question all the time: Is it safe to irrigate my vegetable garden with rainwater from the roof, stored in used barrels? The short answer: Yes, it’s a smart, sustainable move for your garden and your water bill. Let’s walk through why using rainwater for vegetables is not only considered safe, but also beneficial. Read More...
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Food Grade vs. Food Safe Barrels: Understanding the Difference for Used Plastic Drums
July 14, 2025When shopping for water barrels—especially the popular blue plastic drums we sell in our online store—you’ll come across terms like “food grade” and “food safe.” These labels sound similar, but when it comes to used barrels, the distinction matters. Our barrels are made of food-grade plastic. They're perfect for re-use as rain barrels, composters, floating docks, and more. Read on for important safety definitions when it comes to used barrels. Read More...
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