What is a rain chain?

Rain chains are an aesthetically pleasing substitute for traditional unattractive plastic downspouts. Their origins can be traced back to Japan and this wonderful little example of human ingenuity has been around for centuries. Rain chains are used to gently direct rainwater from your roof gutter down a copper chain to the ground or into large basins.


Why purchase a Rain Chain?

Rain chains offer you a great deal. Not only are they beautiful, but they also offer personality to your home or patio. Whether you are just looking for a copper accent to your home or garden decor, adding curb appeal, looking for a feature in a Zen garden or a water/ movement piece for Feng Shui, you can find all of this with a rain chain.
As the water flows down the chain, a lovely water feature is created before your eyes!

Why Copper Rain Chains?

Copper develops a beautiful patina when left outside. First turning a dark penny brown, and eventually, as it reacts with the rain, it will turn into an eye-catching verdigris color.
Copper is a metal that does not react with water (H2O), but the oxygen of the air will react slowly at room temperature to form a layer of brown-black copper oxide on copper metal.
It is important to note that in contrast to the oxidation of iron by wet air that the layer formed by the reaction of air with copper has a protective effect against further corrosion.
Copper has stood the test of time to earn customer satisfaction and wide code acceptance. Copper, used for centuries, has gained new popularity in its modern form: light, strong, corrosion-resistant, germicidal, etc. Its long-lasting and maintenance-free characteristics make copper the leading choice for different systems.
Copper rain chains Natural finish last longer, is more durable and it does not rust and leave stains...unlike Iron or Aluminum rain chains.
ref: Wikipedia


Do I need special equipment for a Rain Chain?

Not usually. Our rain chains, for example, are supplied with an attachment piece "Triangular Copper Hanger". Simply remove your downspout & insert the attachment piece into the hole in the gutter. Or purchase our gutter reducers incase your rain gutter opening is larger than standard gutter opening.
Installation instruction on Gutter Reducer
Installation instruction on Rain Chain



Where does the water drains to?

Many people just leave their rain chain hanging freely and allow the water to run off into the ground. But keeping in mind "water harvesting" we recommend you store the water for reuse in our powder-coated basin or copper hammered basin.

Maintenance

Rain chains need little maintenance, except checking your gutter for debris, as you would with a normal downspout.

Can rain chains be used in winters?

Rain Chains can work in almost any environment, even in the winter when the water comes down and it turns to ice, like a beautiful "Icicle". A heavy build up of ice, while pretty, could weigh down on your gutter and cause damage, so make sure your gutter are securely fastened to your roof.
Link Rain Chains are best suited in area with heavy snowfall and we have an assortment of styles to suit your taste.

What is the function of a Rain Chain?

Like a downspout, rain chains allow a steady flow of water off your roof from the rain gutter. Unlike a downspout a rain chain allows you to watch the cascading water through the cups or links with the soothing sound of flowing water. Cup styles tend to offer a more tinkling sound than the link styles.

How long does it take to install a Rain Chain?

Rain chains are easy to install and usually takes only a few minutes. See our online Installation guide.

Do you wholesale?

Yes we do sell our rain chains and accessories at wholesale price. For volume discount on multiple case pack for bulk Consumer / Reseller / Retailers / Builder / Landscape - Please visit our Business Sales (for wholesale Rain Chains price) section.

How can you check your Order Details / Status?

To Check your Order Status
1. Log in to your RainChainsWorld account at http://rainchainsworld.com/login.php
2. Click the My Account link - at top right corner
3. Click the Order Information tab
You will see your complete Order details - Order #, Item Details, Quantity, Tracking #, Order Status etc.

Can Rain Chains handle a large volume of water?

Yes Rain Chains can handle a fair volume of water when compared to standard downspouts. Our cup style floral and contemporary rain chains have wider mouth that tapers down to facilitate a smooth flow of water and reduce water splashing. Our X-Large cups rain chains are best suited in high rainfall-density area and we have an assortment of styles to suit your taste.

If you have any questions or require additional information please contact us via our online form or call us at 1-508-217-8544.