Surprising Ways to Use Container Drums
Collecting rainwater, storing hazardous materials, transporting peanuts, what do these all have in common? The need for a high-quality storage. Look no further than the container drum. Container drums are used by many businesses to store and transport materials, but did you know they have many other uses? Read on to learn about the four primary types of drums and unique ways you can use container drums around the house:
Plastic Drums
Plastic drums are ideal for both liquids and solids. They are great for holding pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, electronic parts, hardware, and household plants. Many of the plastic barrels offered are FDA and USDA compliant, along with being BPA-free.
Plastic Drums and Rainwater Collection
By simply adding a spout to any one of the 55-gallon drums you can create your very own rainwater barrel. The water collected isn’t drinkable but great for watering the garden, cleaning a car, or other non-drinking applications. The key piece to ensure is that there is airflow on top to allow the water to flow.
Steel Drums
The rugged steel drum is designed for durable storage and transportation of hazardous materials and products. They are made from first quality cold-rolled steel. The insides of the barrels are made with a rust inhibitor to increase the life span of the drum.
Along with steel drums, BASCO offers stainless steel drums for higher standard needs. These drums are more commonly found in the food industry with increased degrees of regulations.
Use a Steel Drum for Your Grill
Whether it’s 30 degrees or 80 degrees outside, it’s always a great time to grill. If you fancy yourself handy, turning a steel drum into an outdoor grill is an excellent use. A few surgical cuts to create a hinged door on the front, along with placing grill grates, and you’re set to go. Can be cheaper than buying a fancy large brand name outdoor barrel grill.
If you’re not as handy, drill a few holes into the bottom, place some gravel on the bottom, and fill with your favorite plants and soil. Boom – homemade outdoor planter!
Fiber Drums
These drums can make for a great alternative to traditional drums, as they are a fraction of the price. Fiber drums are great for storing dry and solid goods, e.g. pharmaceuticals and powders. Shipping costs can also be reduced as they are lighter weight and stackable.
How to Use a Fiber Drum for a Laundry Hamper
Fiber drums are lightweight, yet incredibly durable. A laundry hamper immediately jumps to mind. Using a smaller 10-gallon size will fit nicely in your closet or next to your washer/dryer. Feel free to decorate, wrap it in rope, or decoupage to add a nice flair. Add a small hinge to the lid and set your laundry hamper apart from your neighbor!
Reconditioned Drums
Reconditioned metal drums offer sturdiness and storability. Steel drum reconditioning offers professionally cleaned bulk used drums that have been repaired, repainted, tested, and inspected. 55 gallon reconditioned drums like our popular refurbished 55-gallon drums is a safe way to hold product. There are also non-UN rated recon drums available if you do not need to store and transport hazardous materials. These containers are available as an open head or closed head drum, which are great for our DIY projects.
Use Reconditioned Drum: Home Bathroom Sink
Don’t be scared away by this idea. A little more involved than a home planter, yes we know. But the accent and showstopper piece you could have in your home – that’s hard to argue against. Upsides include plenty of storage, great flexibility in design, and cheaper than buying a whole vanity at times. This 55-gallon steel recon drum would be an excellent base to start with for this project.
No matter the project, BASCO supplies the drum needs for businesses and everyday consumers. With a wide range of pricing, sizes, colors, and material types there is a drum for everyone. BASCO also offers refurbished drums in plastic and steel varieties. These drums are of higher quality than the standard used drums as they undergo a recertification process. View the entire catalog to see which drum fits your needs the best.
Still have additional questions, please reach out to our customer service or check out our blog for additional details on the various drum types.