When browsing rain chains, you’ll notice two main styles: cup-style and link-style. While link style rain chains resemble traditional chain designs, cup-style rain chains are different. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that they usually don’t have any actual chain at all.
Many of the cup-style rain chains we offer are built from a series of decorative cups, each connected to the next with a metal wire or small loop. This design allows water to flow smoothly from cup to cup, guiding it down to the ground or into a basin.
Because of this construction, there’s no need for a traditional chain to hold them together. The wires provide both strength and stability, making the rain chain functional as well as stylish.
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In contrast, most link style rain chains are designed to look like classic chains, with interlocking links that create an open path for water. These give a more rustic, simple aesthetic compared to the structured look of cups.
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