55 Gallon Plastic Drums

Used in a variety of industrial, manufacturing and various other operations, you may recognize them from the movies, in scenes where hapless bad guys run headlong or are roundhouse kicked into piles of them. In this case, these once-used plastic drums were part of a local distillery's production line, or an enormous local bakery's industrial kitchen. Repurposed, they are the perfect item for around-the-home projects and needs. Whether you need them for storage, rain water capture, garden planters, animal feed and/or water troughs, or simply because you can't get enough cylindrical plastic in your life, these are the perfect solution. Both traditional bright blue and opaque white drums are available, all with fixed lids and threaded caps. Please note that some blue drums are slightly taller than average, and hold a few more gallons.

Category: Commercial Materials Crafts Industrial Reclaimed Materials Repurposed Materials

Type: Used Material

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WHAT IS THE MATERIAL MADE OF?

Food-grade HDPE plastic.

WHAT SIZES DO YOU HAVE?

All drums can hold at least 55 gallons of fluid; some can hold 59 gallons. We do have a few smaller sizes as well, some which hold approximately 5 gallons, and some which hold approximately 10 gallons; these are available for $5 or $10 each.

WHAT CONDITION ARE THESE IN?

Excellent. All will require rinsing prior to use for drinking water storage.

WHAT WERE THEY USED FOR?

Some were used to transport large quantities of whiskey, vermouth, or other adult beverages, some were for storage of cooking oil, and some held cleaning fluids. A good rinsing is recommended prior to use.

WHAT ARE THE DIMENSIONS?

Approximately 34-37" H, 22-24" W and 30 lbs.

WHAT LOGOS ARE ON THEM?

No logos, but may have a label or two.

WHAT ELSE CAN THEY BE USED FOR?

Some have repurposed them as rain barrels, but they are also great for food storage, vegetable planters, feed troughs, or whatever your creativity can dream up. Know of another repurpose idea for this reclaimed material? Share it HERE

WHERE CAN I GET MY 55 GALLON DRUMS?

We are located at 36 W. Fayette Ave, Unit 1, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 (970 S, between Main and West Temple). We’re available Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am to 6pm, and Tuesday and Thursday by appointment.

HOW CAN I PAY? WHAT ABOUT VOLUME PURCHASES?

We prefer cash but also accept debit/check cards, all major credit cards, and certified checks. Please call about discounts on volume purchases and to ensure inventory.

WHY BUY RECLAIMED 55 GALLON DRUMS INSTEAD OF NEW?

BUY LOCAL – You’ll support a small Utah company focused on making a difference, not a windfall.

BETTER VALUE – You’ll pay far less than new, guaranteed!

MORE USES – These can be cut, shaped, or modified without compromising their usefulness.

HELP THE ENVIRONMENT – Believe it or not, this material would otherwise have gone to the landfill. Buying repurposed materials keeps our planet greener by reducing waste and eliminating the energy needed to make a new item with the same usefulness. Reduce, reuse, repurpose!