GetGreen has launched a rainwater tanks directory which is now open for subscriptions from Australian rain water tank suppliers. If you’re looking to buy a rain water tank in your area, checkout the watertanksdirectory.com.au for rainwater tank suppliers:

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VersiTank rainwater tank from Elmich is taking environmentally friendly to a new level. Their rainwater tanks are made from recycled plastics and manufactured in Australia. The VersiTank rainwater tanks store run-off from your roof and are great for domestic rainwater storage and commercial developments.

High strength light weight interlocking panels clip together to make up the water tank assembly, assembled on site.

You can find out more at the rainwater tanks Australia.

Water tanks come in a multiple of shapes, sizes and materials, so what factors should you consider when choosing your rain water tank?

Your decision will be based on a number of factors including budget and whether the tank is above or below ground. Polyethylene tanks are generally the cheapest, but you may wish to consider other materials.

Polyethylene rainwater tanks are low weight, hardy, easy to transport and come in a huge range of colors. They can be used just about anywhere, above or below ground, however they generally don’t last as long as concrete.

Fibreglass water tanks are a little more resilient towards rust and corrosion and are generally suited to above ground instillations.

Concrete rain water tanks are highly durable, can be built above or below ground and last a long time.  Above ground, concrete has the advantage of keeping water cold and reducing algal.

Metal rain water tanks, are light, durable and easy to move.

If you live in a small house, unit our townhouse, you probably think you don’t have the backyard real estate for a rainwater tank. This couldn’t be further from the truth. There’s plenty of small footprint water tanks on the market. Take a trip to your local hardware store and have a look around, there’s plenty of compact rain water tanks to choose from at affordable rates.

There are water tanks of all shapes and sizes to fit in a small backyard. The Waterwall, for example, can fit under the eves, while the Rain Reviva produce a water bladder that fits under your townhouse.