Fermentation buckets

[worterworld]

How long do you use a bucket, before getting a new one?

 

[masskrug]

I used mine for two years, until I got new ones as a gift. The old ones are now used for grain storage. I suppose they will last as long as you keep them clean and free of scratches.

 

[unionrdr]

True. I've been using my Cooper's Micro Brew Fv since 2011. My ale pail got messed up, so it was replaced. Baring scratches & other serious problems, they'll last for years.

 

[brewbama]

1.5 yrs on mine. I try to keep them fully employed.

 

[RM-MN]

I've got 8 years on my original bucket, about 6 on the second one, about 5 on the third and 2 years on the other 2 buckets. As long as you don't use a harsh scrubber or gouge them somehow they can last a long time.

 

[beergolf]

I have a couple that are 4+ years old. Take care of them and they will last.

 

[vNmd]

I look for any kind of scratches. The first bucket I ever bought, when I knew nothing, didn't last too long because of scratches. I bought several more and have been very careful so they should last years and years. The lids for me usually go faster than the buckets because I get splits in the lips.

 

[RM-MN]

I look for any kind of scratches. The first bucket I ever bought, when I knew nothing, didn't last too long because of scratches. I bought several more and have been very careful so they should last years and years. The lids for me usually go faster than the buckets because I get splits in the lips.

If you have a Walmart or something similar nearby, check there for lids. The white ones for their 5 gallon buckets fit my 6.5 gallon fermenter buckets too. You will need to make a hole for the airlock.

 

[vNmd]

If you have a Walmart or something similar nearby, check there for lids. The white ones for their 5 gallon buckets fit my 6.5 gallon fermenter buckets too. You will need to make a hole for the airlock.

Thanks. I have a very good LHBS nearby with a good supply of everything. Somehow they know my name I am there so much. Not sure if thats a good thing or not, but they do have everything I need.