Rain is one of the major challenges of protecting any home and or its roof. Whether you live in a dry climate or a remarkably wet one, you’ll need to install some sort of mechanism to guide water down a rain gutter drain. Both a downspout and a rain chain serve a very vital purpose alongside your gutter system and this article will discuss some information on the rain chain.
Rain chains are a decorative, functional and charming alternative to a traditional rain gutter downspout. They guide rainwater from gutters to drains or decorative water receptacles, turning a relatively basic activity into a compelling, attractive water feature for your home. There is simply no space for leaves and other debris to pass through these chains allowing the water to move freely through them.
Rain Chain Installation
Installing a rain chain is a great opportunity to protect your home without sacrificing curb appeal. These chains turn a purely practical rain gutter system into true water features that add a new focal point to your home.
While most homeowners go to great lengths to camouflage unsightly gutters, rain chains have been carefully designed to add character and charm to your outdoor space. You can find a rain chain in just about any color and every theme, although the copper-colored variety are definitely the most popular. Most rain chains are copper or finished in a flamed-metal color for a copper-like, neutral effect. Over time, thanks to water and weather, rain chains often develop a rustic patina that’s both charming and unique.
You do however want your rain chain to be able to capture enough water to be able to function properly. Cup-style rain chains can often handle more water than link-styles, so choose according to your home’s needs and local Texas climate. Cup designs are an improvement over linked chains in performance and efficiency. With open bottoms, they act as funnels, focusing the water from one cup down into the next one. Even in heavy rainfall, cup styles splash very little, so they can be placed anywhere.
Link designs are the closest to the original form. They do tend to splash more than cup styles, and this may be important when they are considered for areas that are near doors, windows or walkways. The linked rain chains are efficient, attractive and are still considered as a replacement or alternative to a traditional rain gutter downspout.
When it comes to choosing a rain chain for your home it is entirely up to you and what you would prefer for appealing purposes but if you are looking to add some charm to your homes rain gutter system, you may want to consider adding a decorative rain chain. If you have any questions about rain chains or the rain gutter accessories that Advanced Seamless Rain Gutter Solutions offer, please give our seamless gutter experts a call at (512)262-7104 and we can help you find a solution to your rain gutter needs. CLICK HERE to learn more about rain chains and our rain gutter accessories.
