When it comes to containers to store and mix clay,there are few solutions better than heavy duty plastic buckets. If you happen to be storing pre-mixed clay,plastic bags can also be used. These bags should be heavy duty to help withstand the weight of the clay and keep moisture inside of the bag. If you find that your clay is drying out in the bag,try spraying some water inside using a clean spray bottle. This will help to remoisten it. We recommend <a href="http://www.dickblick.com/products/heavy-duty-plastic-bags/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">these bags</a> which are made of heavy-duty polyethylene and are excellent for retaining moisture in the clay. For the remainder of this article we will be discussing why you should use plastic buckets,where you can find them,and also including some online links to purchase them.

<h2>Why You Should Use Plastic Buckets</h2>
1. Easy to Find
Plastic buckets can be found in many stores online and in person,so they are easy to obtain. If you’re going to be mixing up a large quantity of clay,you can easily order large numbers of buckets online. If you’re in a hurry,most brick-and-mortar stores also carry large supplies of them. A plastic bucket can be great for all types of potters from production potters who use a lot of clay to hobbyist potters who use their clay and want to store it for long periods of time.
2. Leak-Proof Lids
Plastic buckets keep your clay safe,and depending on the brand that you buy are usually equipped with non-leaking lids. These no-leak lids are great for making sure your clay will stay dry or wet depending on if there is water inside of the container or not. If you have clay that is dry mix form it will prevent the mix from spilling out of the lid.
3. Durable
Plastic containers,especially ones that are meant to hold multiple gallons,are made to be durable and long lasting. They won’t break if you drop them and will survive if they get scratched or scuffed. These containers will last you for many years so they are worth the investment.
4. You Can Make Them Mobile
If you need to transport or move your clay around in the studio then it might be a good investment to add a bucket dolly to the bottom of your containers. This can help immensely when it comes to lifting up heavy buckets of clay,which can potentially hurt your back at some point. There are different dollies for different sizes,<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BJCN08M?psc=1">here is a smaller dolly that can hold up to a </a>7-gallon container and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-264000BK-Brute-Capacity/dp/B00002N8AI/ref=pd_sbs_201_3?_encoding=UTF8&amp;pd_rd_i=B00002N8AI&amp;pd_rd_r=JFA2TSTQXMAE2JZFPW56&amp;pd_rd_w=JjnzG&amp;pd_rd_wg=If02C&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=JFA2TSTQXMAE2JZFPW56">here is a dolly that can hold up to a 55-gallon container.</a>
5. Different Sizes for Different Needs
There are many different sizes that plastic containers can come in. Sizes range from 2 gallons,5 gallons,7 gallons,and even all the way up to 30 gallons and 55 gallons. This is great for potters of all different types who may need to mix and store a little bit of clay or an entire 30-gallon bucket of clay for their work. The higher you go in size the higher the price becomes,so if you’re looking for large containers to store clay be aware that it will cost you significantly more than the smaller buckets will.
6. You Can Color Code Them
Some retailers sell buckets that come in more than one color. This can be especially useful for when you have more than one type of clay in the studio. These different colored buckets can help avoid confusion and clay getting mixed together,especially if they fire to different cones.

<h2>Where You Can Find Them</h2>
[caption id="attachment_17079" align="alignright" width="300"]<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-FG264360GRAY-Heavy-Duty-Container/dp/B073WWW7V4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_3?s=home-garden&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1500960113&amp;sr=1-3-fkmr0&amp;keywords=Rubbermaid%2BBrute%2BClay%2BContainer&amp;th=1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img class="wp-image-17079 size-medium" src="https://staging.ceramic.school/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Rubbermaid-Commercial-BRUTE-32-Gallon-Waster-300x300.jpg" alt="plastic containers" width="300" height="300" /></a> Rubbermaid Commercial BRUTE 32-Gallon Waster/Utility Container With Lid,Gray,1-Pack with Cleaning Cloth[/caption]
You can typically find containers of various sizes at hardware stores,general merchandise stores (such as Walmart and Target),specialty stores (such as Harbor Freight and Menards),and online retailers (such as Amazon). Each location will have a lot of different options so it is always a good idea to shop around and compare prices before purchasing what you need since these containers will last you a long time.
Links to Purchase Containers Online
For Large 20 – 32 Gallon Containers
<a href="http://www.dickblick.com/products/rubbermaid-brute-clay-container/">http://www.dickblick.com/products/rubbermaid-brute-clay-container/</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-FG264360GRAY-Heavy-Duty-Container/dp/B073WWW7V4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_3?s=home-garden&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1500960113&amp;sr=1-3-fkmr0&amp;keywords=Rubbermaid%2BBrute%2BClay%2BContainer&amp;th=1">https://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-Commercial-FG264360GRAY-Heavy-Duty-Container/dp/B073WWW7V4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_3?s=home-garden&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1500960113&amp;sr=1-3-fkmr0&amp;keywords=Rubbermaid%2BBrute%2BClay%2BContainer&amp;th=1</a>
For A 5 Gallon Set of Up to 6 Containers
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gallon-White-Bucket-Lid-Container/dp/B00A1LUFK8/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1500960037&amp;sr=8-15-spons&amp;keywords=20%2Bgallon%2Bbucket%2Bwith%2Blid&amp;th=1">https://www.amazon.com/Gallon-White-Bucket-Lid-Container/dp/B00A1LUFK8/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1500960037&amp;sr=8-15-spons&amp;keywords=20%2Bgallon%2Bbucket%2Bwith%2Blid&amp;th=1</a>
For Colored Containers
Black <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MT3710X/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MT3710X/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER</a>
Blue <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N2Y15CB/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N2Y15CB/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER</a>
Gray <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZ3X6AN/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZ3X6AN/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER</a>
Green<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MT373H2/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MT373H2/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER</a>
Red <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N1WHEH4/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N1WHEH4/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER</a>
White <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NBNARX4/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NBNARX4/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER</a>
For Pint,Quart and Gallon Containers
<a href="http://www.dickblick.com/products/utrecht-plastic-buckets-with-lids/">http://www.dickblick.com/products/utrecht-plastic-buckets-with-lids/</a>


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In conclusion,there are many different options when it comes to purchasing plastic containers. You can get them in various sizes,colors,and even get dollies to make it easier to transport them around the studio. They’re very helpful for keeping your clay at a consistent moisture level whether it is dry or wet,and will last a very long time even if you’re rough with them. They’re also an essential tool for potters looking to store dry mix or wet clay for long periods of time and can be extremely useful for storing glazes as well. We hope this article informs you about plastic containers and gives you an idea of what you will need for your own studio.

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