Drip tray options

[Kurt_S]

I am looking for some drip tray options, other than just buying a real drip tray.
I like repurposing items and I don't have to have a grid covering the tray. I plan to attach it to the keezer with magnets. 3 taps on 3.5" or 4" centers, so I need a tray about 10" long.
Maybe using a plastic storage tray? Or making a tray out of wood and urethaning it (it would look nicer than the plastic!).
Other ideas?

Thanks!

 

[Dixon9717]

Maybe a heat register vent? Put a bottom on it that can be removed and cleaned.

 

[jlindborg]

I ended up buying a 19" drip tray online (HomeBrewStuff.com had one for $19.99; I think BarSupplies.com had them for $15.99). But before that, I was considering using a drywall mud tray from the local hardware store. You can pick up a plastic one for a couple bucks, a little more for a stainless steel version. Figure out how to rig up a grate (repurpose some wire shelving) and you'd be in business.

 

[HopVol]

I had my first drip tray attached with magnets and people were constantly setting their beer on it. It couldn't hold the weight of a full beer so the tray and full beer would come crashing down with beer flying everywhere. When I added more taps ended up buying a bigger tray and permanently attaching it. Whatever you do, I would suggest making sure it can support the weight of a full glass of beer.

 

[Kurt_S]

Good idea / points.
I came up with the wood idea while typing out the question. The wife likes the idea, so I'll explore that. Need to see what pretty wood scraps I have laying around and decide whether I'm adding a lip or removing material to make a lip.

HopVol,
What the distance between centers on your tap setup?

Thanks!!

 

[HopVol]

Good idea / points.
I came up with the wood idea while typing out the question. The wife likes the idea, so I'll explore that. Need to see what pretty wood scraps I have laying around and decide whether I'm adding a lip or removing material to make a lip.

HopVol,
What the distance between centers on your tap setup?

Thanks!!

I don't remember for sure. I drilled them four years ago. I've slept and drank alot since then, lol. I can measure them this afternoon.

 

[SGTSparty]

I had my first drip tray attached with magnets and people were constantly setting their beer on it. It couldn't hold the weight of a full beer so the tray and full beer would come crashing down with beer flying everywhere. When I added more taps ended up buying a bigger tray and permanently attaching it. Whatever you do, I would suggest making sure it can support the weight of a full glass of beer.

What are those metal filler pieces? I'm assuming those are to fill holes for taps that are not currently being used? do you have a link to where you got them? I just built my kegerator and I drilled pilot holes for extra taps/kegs I haven't purchased yet and those would look way better than pilot holes filled w/ caulking.

 

[HopVol]

What are those metal filler pieces? I'm assuming those are to fill holes for taps that are not currently being used? do you have a link to where you got them? I just built my kegerator and I drilled pilot holes for extra taps/kegs I haven't purchased yet and those would look way better than pilot holes filled w/ caulking.

They're accessory hole covers for sinks. You can find them in the plumbing section at Lowes or Home Depot.

This thread talks a little more about the build.

https://www.homebrewtalk.com/showthread.php?t=395474

 

[Kurt_S]

I don't remember for sure. I drilled them four years ago. I've slept and drank alot since then, lol. I can measure them this afternoon.

If you would, thanks. I've seen them too close together and I'm trying to get it right the first time.

 

[HopVol]

If you would, thanks. I've seen them too close together and I'm trying to get it right the first time.

Sorry it took so long to get back. The holes on mine are four inches center to center.

 

[Kurt_S]

Nice to confirm. Spacing looks good and typical of others.
Thanks!