What’s rainwise?

Let’s not go into any ethical detail regarding the need to conserve water. It has been done to death and you would not be visiting this site if you did not care or see the sense in it. But rainwise offers a difference. We see no reason why you cannot use and enjoy water – sensibly and economically and without a shred of guilt (or serious bill).

Just for example:

There is no practical reason why having a swimming pool or spa is anti-social. You just need the right one with the right accessories so that its water usage is minimal. HAVE your pool or spa, but make it rainwise. rainwise is a water conservation specialist offering a range of brilliant pools, spas and gear specifically designed to save water.

There is no reason why you cannot have a lengthy shower, enjoying the same result while using a fraction of the water. In fact showering in warm mist is a brilliantly sensual experience. HAVE your luxuriant shower but make it rainwise.

There is no reason why you cannot have a green, thriving garden via grey-water irrigation. That’s just rainwise!

We take pride in being a one stop water-conservation shop that does not ask you to compromise your lifestyle, but rather, betters it through ingenious, practical and affordable products. At a foundation level, we stock a wide range of polyethylene and FRP tanks in many colours, shapes and sizes and then add everything that makes every drop they gather count:

Filters, Davey pumps, Summertime pools and spas, pool toppers and blankets, evaporation inhibitors, grey water systems, low-flow shower heads, water retention crystals and tons more. With the right systems you can be pretty sure of saving your household 40,000 litres a year AT LEAST.

We sure do know about water!

We also know about country-style interest and service. Personally I can’t stand dismissive or overbearing service and you won’t find that at rainwise.

Rob Styles – rainwise Coburg Melbourne

Simple Tips that can save water and reduce bills
Check for leaks in taps, pipes, dishwasher hose etc. One leaking tap can waste more than 2,000 litres a month!
Prevent taps from leaking by turning taps off lightly and replace washers as soon as they begin to leak.
Automatic dishwashers can use up to 40 litres of water per load. By using a dishwasher with at least a 3 star / AAA rating, you can get this figure down to 18 litres per load. Also, it's best to wait until you have a full load in your dishwasher before using it. This saves water and energy, and reduces the amount of detergent entering the sewerage system.
Install water efficient taps or tap aerators in kitchens and bathrooms
Washing fruit and vegies in a half-filled sink instead of under running water is a great way to cut back on water wastage.
Try to use phosphate-free, eco-friendly detergents and cleaning products - there's a great range to choose from these days and they're much better for our environment.
Most washing machines have a load adjustment button or dial, so try to set this to match the amount of washing you're doing. If your machine doesn't have a load adjustment function, try to wait until you have enough washing for a full load.
Installing a 3 star / AAA rated showerhead can give you a great shower and save you around 10 litres of water a minute. They also save energy costs, as you'll use less hot water.
Try to keep the water level of your pool halfway up the skimmer opening. Overfilling the pool stops the skimmer working efficiently and wastes water.
A pool cover is an easy way to reduce evaporation and the need to regularly top up your pool's water level. Without a cover, more than half the water in your pool can evaporate over a year.
Install a rainwater tank combined with a TankFlush system to provide backup mains water in the event of no rainwater.
Use a grey water system to recycle water from the washing machine for use in your garden.
By whatever means, watering your garden in the evening reduces loss through evaporation.
Choosing local native varieties and other water wise plants attracts wildlife and means less maintenance and watering.