{"product_id":"rain-chain-cast-links-bronze","title":"Rain Chain Cast Links- Bronze","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRain Chain Cast Links- Bronze\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter many requests for a thicker link chain, we have now produced hand cast links in aluminum, then powder coated our exclusive bronze color. Also available in black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdorned with an embossed OM symbol, the links interlock to make lengths of super thick, heavy chain, cast by hand, with a rougher finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aluminum is lighter (and less expensive!) than copper or brass, but still very strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: This is a difficult color to photograph, appearing very dark in the shade and more dark brown\/bronze in the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRain Chain Cast Links- Bronze Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval Link Width: 1 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval Link Length: 3\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLink Thickness: 3\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e@ 6 links per foot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNOTE: These cast links have a gap in them used to connect two links together, forming a chain.  You will be able to do this when you receive them, and can easily make a chain length to any desired amount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRain Chain Cast Links- Bronze Installation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation is usually straight forward and simple. Rain chains hang from the hole where the downspout was, using the gutter attachment piece provided. When there is a mismatch because the hole is larger than the chain, a separate \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.expressions-ltd.com\/Rain_Chain_Downspout_Gutter_Kit_p\/rc-gutter-kit.htm\"\u003eGutter Installation Kit\u003c\/a\u003e is used to reduce the hole and focus water downward onto (or into) the chain. The Installation Kit also provides an outlet tube, preventing water from creeping along the underside of the gutter and dripping off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Rain Chains:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eRain chains are a beautiful and functional alternative to traditional, closed gutter downspouts. Guiding rain water visibly down chains or cups from the roof to the ground, rain chains transform a plain gutter downspout into a pleasing water feature. From the soft tinkling of individual droplets to the soothing rush of white water, they are a treat to listen to.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eRain chains ('kusari doi' in Japanese) in concept are not a new idea. For hundreds of years, the Japanese have used the roof of their homes to collect water, transporting it downward with chains and finally depositing the rain water into large barrels for household water usage. Japanese temples often incorporate quite ornate and large rain chains into their design. Rain chains have been spotted in South America, where chain is easier to obtain that machined downspouts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eLink designs are the closest to the original form. They tend to splash more than cup styles, and this may be important when they are considered for areas that are near doors, windows or walkways. From plain link chain to more fancy combinations of shapes, link chains offer the most open, airy look and clean lines. They are often used with modern architectural designs, but also look appropriate in rustic settings like cabins and log homes. The Zen Loops and Double Loops chains have the strongest Asian design influence.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eCup designs are an improvement over links chains in performance and efficiency. With open bottoms, they act as funnels, focusing the water from one cup down into the next one. Even in heavy rainfall, cup styles splash very little, so they can be placed anywhere. Cups come in many shapes and sizes, from the cute 2\" Fluted Cups to the massive XL Scallop Cup, the largest cup style available.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt the Bottom: The Japanese often put a ceramic or stoneware pot beneath the chain which fills with water, so that when it rains, the water drips from the chain into the pot, creating a beautiful display. You can make a square out of redwood or cedar beneath the chains and fill it with small pebbles. If it is damp regularly, moss will grow between the pebbles. You can also place a single paver tile or a few medium size stones under the chain to break the fall of the water. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.expressions-ltd.com\/Hammered_Dish_Copper_p\/rc-hammered-dish.htm\"\u003eHammered Copper and Aluminum Dishes\u003c\/a\u003e, with a loop in the center, are sold separately and work perfect with Rain Chains.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RainChains","offers":[{"title":"8' Standard Size","offer_id":2279882326028,"sku":"RC-CL01-BRZ (Standard 8 feet)","price":215.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10' Length","offer_id":43699443728627,"sku":"RC-CL01-BRZ (10' Length)","price":270.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12' Length","offer_id":43699443761395,"sku":"RC-CL01-BRZ (12' Length)","price":325.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15' Length","offer_id":43699443892467,"sku":"RC-CL01-BRZ (15' Length)","price":408.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20' Length","offer_id":43699443990771,"sku":"RC-CL01-BRZ (20' Length)","price":545.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1299\/3329\/files\/rainchaincastlinkbronze1.jpg?v=1782935469","url":"https:\/\/www.expressions-ltd.com\/products\/rain-chain-cast-links-bronze","provider":"Expressions-LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}