1. 1 Securing the land
  2. 2 Licensing
  3. 3 21-day build
  4. 4 Open retreat

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All build modules · 💧 Water Systems

Header Tank on Stone Plinth

  • Medium
  • €40–100
  • ⏱ 1 day (2 workers)
  • With supervision
Header Tank on Stone Plinth — step-by-step guide

The principle

Multi-barrier, not single-point. Sediment, then biology, then storage on a level plinth so water always flows where you want it. Food-grade containers only — never a tank that once held chemicals.

Materials

  • Reclaimed barrel/IBC (100-200L)
  • stone plinth (granite
  • gravel
  • mortar if needed)
  • food-grade hose
  • brass/stainless valves

Tools

  • Spade
  • level
  • cold chisel
  • mallet
  • drill
  • spanner

Reclaimed from

IBCs/barrels (reclaimed) + site stone + Leroy Merlin

More in this zone

💧 IBC Food-Grade Rainwater Cascade 💧 First-Flush Diverter for Guttering 💧 Greywater Reed-Bed Filter 💧 Barrel First-Flush Diverter

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These modules are raised by hand during our 21-day September build sprint. Come and learn them on the land.

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