Buying a plain plastic barrel Another mistake is to ... sit too long in your rain barrel can result in stagnant water sitting in the barrel, which can result in bacteria or mildew growth inside ...

PEER and CEH have argued that EPA has not taken adequate measures to address leaching of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances from plastic containers into the environment, a major source of PFAS ...

Kat says 'If possible, relocate your water barrel and its components to an indoor storage area, like a garage or garden shed. Many rain barrels are made from plastic that can become brittle in ...