Did Obelix lose his menhir in the middle of your garden? But no, it's just a rain barrel. Not only fans of the comic series will enjoy the water tank with its impressive design. Find out here which models are available for purchase.

A hinkelstein is a beautiful design element for the garden - also as a rain barrel

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  1. product types
  2. Other purchase criteria
  3. Brands/ where to buy
  4. care instructions

    5. product types

    With the following product comparison, we remove all stumbling blocks when making a purchase decision.

    Hinkelstein plastic rain barrel

    You can find the Hinkelstein plastic water butt in every hardware store. You will be surprised how deceptively real the imitations look. They are therefore a lucrative alternative to expensive water butts (53.99€) made of stone. Unfortunately, they are ecologically poorly degradable compared to real stone water butts. Anyone who cares about environmental protection would rather spend a little more money on their product.

    To the buying guide for rain barrels

    benefits
    • light material
    • Well imitated optics
    • Cheap price
    disadvantage
    • Material harmful to the environment
    our recommendation
    GreenLife GmbH 4097800200 Hinkelstein rain barrel 230 l, with lid, lava red
    129.90 EUR To the product

    Hinkelstein water butt made of stone

    The rain barrel test recommends anyone who cares about the environment to use a model made of real stones. Although this product is significantly more expensive and heavier, it is all the more durable. Granite not only has a high-quality appearance, but is also scratch- and break-resistant.

    benefits
    • Environmentally friendly
    • Weatherproof
    disadvantage
    • Expensive
    • Heavy weight
    our recommendation
    GreenLife GmbH 4097800500 Hinkelstein rain barrel 230 l with lid, stone grey
    129.90 EUR To the product

    Other purchase criteria

    Once the material has been determined, the purchase decision is far from complete. In addition, you should pay attention to the following things.

    capacity

    Many people use a rain barrel to get free irrigation water. Others even supply the entire household with the intercepted precipitation. The capacity should be correspondingly large. Unfortunately, the price also increases with the volume.

    To the buying guide for rain barrel 500l

    tips

    In order to supply the entire household, underground rain tanks are usually necessary. You can still use the water from your Hinkelstein rain barrel for this need, even if only in small quantities.

    procedure

    Unlike conventional rain barrels, menhirs are mostly closed in the test. On the one hand, this has the advantage that you do not need an additional lid, on the other hand, an outlet tap is therefore urgently needed. In decorative gold or brass, it also visually enhances your water butt.

    our recommendation
    VOXTRADE 3/4" outlet tap for rain barrel or tank with seal and lock nut
    15.95 EUR To the product

    Brands/ where to buy

    You can now find Hinkelstein rain barrels in almost every hardware store. The internet also offers a huge selection. Compare prices and buy the model with the best value for money.

    care instructions

    Like all everyday objects, your Hinkelstein water butt also needs to be cleaned regularly. If you have decided on a plastic model, it is important to empty the bin before winter. Otherwise, the water inside will freeze and expand. The material cannot withstand the pressure and bursts.

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