Rain chains originated in Japan hundreds of years ago & were used on traditional Japanese houses & temples. They are widely used in Japan nowadays. This pure copper rain chain is a functional & aesthetic alternative to downspouts. You can sit, relax & enjoy the sound & visual of the water falling in a beautiful cascade while it rains. With this hand made rain chain the water will be directed away from your house & redirected to the ground. Water can also be collected in a watering can, rain barrel or basin. Rainwater is great for watering plants, among other uses, & copper is a sustainable material & is safe & clean to collect rainwater. This copper rain chain is hand crafted, with its cups optimally spaced to diverse the water, & heavy duty link chains. The chains are adjustable & allow for links to be removed, change the placement of the cups & connect more chains (two or more chains can be connected for two or more story houses). The installation is very simple & easy. We will send you a universal V hook that sits in the gutter hole. No tools or adaptors are needed. If you live in a very windy area were recommend to hook the rain chain to the ground to prevent swaying (hook to the ground not included) or you can add an anchor basin. This solid copper rain chain is strong, durable & maintenance free. Copper will create a natural patina over time & exposure which will give it a rustic look, but it will not rust. This rain chain is meant to last a lifetime. Note that the adapter & anchor basin are optional & not required to install or use your rain chain, however, they are very useful to secure it & minimize water splashing. Pure Copper Rain Chain | Handmade Rain Outdoor Garden Decor Japanese Zen Garden Ornaments Solid Metal Downspout