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Plastic buckets vs metal buckets

Of course we're going to say this but plastic really is better than metal!
Of course at H&O we are well aware there are choices – many choices - when it comes to choosing buckets and containers.  In terms of material, for instance, for… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastic-buckets-vs-metal-buckets1/

Ten litre plastic buckets rescue airport from monsoon

Another wild and whacky, worldwide bucket related story,
How comfortable would you feel checking in at an airport with a hole in the roof and a row of  plastic buckets collecting rainwater cascading through the roof? No nor me, but… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastic-buckets-rescue-airport-from-monsoon1/

Guide to buying buckets online

Buying anything online can be a hit or miss affair, if you don't do your homework. The same applies to buying plastic containers and buckets. Not all manufacturers are equal.
There are, of course, many options for buying plastic buckets online.  However, many of these companies are actually importers and distributors, rather than genuine… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/guide-to-buying-buckets-online/

Make a winter lantern with plastic buckets.

Before winter comes to a close, try out this great idea for illuminating your garden.
As we draw toward the end of what has been another long, cold winter, most of us heave a palpable sigh of relief. But before things (hopefully!) get a bit warmer, why not use… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/make-a-winter-lantern-with-plastic-buckets./

Plastic bucket cleaning tips

The next best thing to a brand new plastic bucket is a sparklingly clean one. Here's some simple tips on how to do it.
Plastic buckets and containers have many multifarious uses and applications.  However, whether for storage, for moving items, or even for food and drink preparation, one… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastic-bucket-cleaning-tips/

New uses for plastic buckets & containers this spring.

People are inventing new and ingenious uses for plastic buckets and containers all the time. Here's a couple you may find useful this spring.
There are as many reasons to purchase plastic buckets and containers as there are lengths of string. However, beyond the more prosaic functions of storage and transportation,… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/new-uses-for-plastic-buckets-and-containers-this-spring./

Using Plastic Buckets For Home Brew

The use of plastic buckets for home-brewing beer continues to increase - and for good reason.
There are a number of good reasons why many home brewers find it's better to use plastic buckets over alternatives such as glass carboys and even water bottles. Compare to the… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/using-plastic-buckets-for-home-brew/

Heavy duty buckets and pails - uses and features

Heavy duty buckets or pails have a specific use in the workplace and are vital in building and mixing situations. However, they've also found themselves in farms and other environments that need sturdiness and reliability.
Heavy duty buckets are required for those jobs where standard plastic buckets and pails won't withstand the usage. For instance, they are perfect for those demanding jobs at… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/heavy-duty-buckets-and-pails-uses-and-features/

Plastic buckets with tamper evident lids

H&O Plastics manufacture a range of tamper evident plastic buckets and containers - but what exactly constitutes 'tamper evident' and what is its advantages?
The phrase tamper evident is often confused with 'tamper proof'. These two very similar phrases actually mean totally different things. Firstly, tamper evident indicates that… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastic-buckets-with-tamper-evident-lids/

Paint doesn't stick to plastic buckets

Do you find paint never seems to stick on to plastic buckets properly? That's because you're using the wrong kind of paint and not preparing properly - nothing is impossible!
In my experience, it’s near impossible to get paint to stick on plastic containers and buckets. Having tried decorating buckets as a kid (robot heads etc!) or some… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/paint-doesnt-stick-to-plastic-buckets/

Growing gourmet mushrooms in a plastic bucket

More and more people are taking to using plastic buckets as a means to grow food, but not many have tackled growing mushrooms in this way......until now.
As you know, plastic buckets have a wide variety of uses, homebrew, food containers, mixing paint and even drumming! Now, some American whizz-kids have taken to growing gourmet… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/growing-gourmet-mushrooms-in-a-plastic-bucket/

Plastics News - The Cost of Polymers

The latest news in the world of plastics. The South African Competition Commission vs the plastics giant Sasol.
THE South African Competition Commission is looking to challenge industrial giant Sasol over their "excessive pricing" of polymers, the key material used in the manufacturing of… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastics-news-the-cost-of-polymers/

Plastics News - Old Buckets To Art

An interesting story about how an American artist created marine sculptures from old plastic buckets and bottles.
Over in the good ol US of A, an Oregon artist has created several novel works of art using all sorts of rubbish collected from the ocean and beaches, including plastic buckets and… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastics-news-old-buckets-to-art/

Raining buckets!

Collecting rain water in buckets is a great way of storing water for the garden for when there's a hosepipe ban. We tell you what you need and how to go about it.
It seems incredible when you look out of the window at the incessant rain, that a large part of the UK is technically still in drought and there’s a hosepipe ban widely in… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/using-buckets-to-collect-rain-water/

Plastics News - There’s gold in them thar plastic buckets!

H&O Plastic news is a series of news items about anything to do with plastic or metal buckets, pails and plastic containers. It may be serious or light hearted, as long as it's about plastic.
Here at H&O, we train a close eye on the news to keep you updated with all that’s going on in the world of plastic buckets and containers. But aside from all the… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastics-news-theres-gold-in-them-thar-plastic-buckets/

What to consider when buying plastic buckets and pails.

A summary of the key things to consider when choosing a supplier of plastic buckets and pails, including flexibility, range and quality control requirements.
As with any commercial packaging, how good the plastic buckets and pails look is a fundamental consideration when purchasing. Whoever you’re considering purchasing from… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/what-to-consider-when-buying-plastic-buckets-and-pails./