Rainwater Catchment Systems for Domestic Supply: Design, Construction and Implementation. by Gould, John and Erik Nissen-Petersen - 2008.

Warwickshire:: Practical Action Publishing, 2008.. Later Printing.. Paperbound . BINDING/CONDITION: paperbound; Very Good condition.. 8vo (9.25 inches tall) . Appendices, references, index. Description: Figure illustrations. Originally published in 1999, this is a later printing. ''A review of practice in the collection of rainwater. It presents case studies with numerous examples from around the world which will help anyone intending to design or construct a rainwater catchment system. The prime focus of the book is on implementation of roof and ground catchment systems for meeting either total or supplemental household water requirements. All aspects of design and construction are covered, including simple methods of sizing systems, erection of gutters, choice of materials, construction techniques, training, operation and maintenance. A detailed illustrated step by step account is provided of how to build several different types of household rainwater tanks with volumes from 2 to 90 cubic metres. Based on practical experience and lesson learnt in over 20- years constructing and researching rainwater systems in Africa and Asia.''