I wanted a barrel that looked like a vase instead of "barrel" look. I am very pleased with this product. We do not have  any issues with facet leaking...as some have mentioned...do not OVER tighten. One facet wanted to start screwing in crooked but with patience my husband did a great job and it is only slightly off and barely noticeable. It does fill up quickly.  Overflowing alot on a heavy rain. I would not want to have this placed against the house...there WOULD be alot of water soaking into the foundation!!!