How Airtight is "Airtight" for this container? How long will my 25lbs of dog food last in this container kept in nice conditions?
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There is a rubber gasket that creates a decent seal. Completely airtight? No, it is not a vacuum seal, but should be adequate for 25 lbs of dog food. I use mine for dog food, but with two German Shepherds there is a fairly quick turnaround time on the food. I've had this container for 2 months and have no complaints to date.
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It is not an exceptional seal - it is very similar to a typical plastic top bucket (like what people will display shoes or keep toys in). I don't believe it would hold water, but for dog food - as long as it is in a dry place should work okay.
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It seems to be doing the job well. The dog isn't complaining. Nor have I seen any ants (which we tend to get a lot of here in the summer)
1354369
I buy a 20lb bag of food for my two dog and the food is fresh by the very last scoop six weeks later.
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There seems to be a rubber seal that goes all the way around the inside of the lids. The latch also holds the lids in place fairly well. Some air might come through... I'm not really sure. I would feel comfortable storing a 25lbs bag of dog food in these bins for quite a while. I use them for birdseed in my back porch and I haven't noticed any bugs or critters.
725491
I place the entire bag in container. The seal is not airtight. But bugs haven't attack the container either.
861911
This container is totally airtight! I have one for flour, one for sugar. No bugs....and you talk about humid! I live in Alabama! LOL!
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Yes I'm sure you probably could, i poured a 30lb bag of dog food into mine and there was still room for another pound or 2. It's skinnier and more upright like the shape of a bag of dog food so I'm sure you can make it fit.What's wrong with dumping the food into the container?
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We bought ours (16 oz.) in Sept of 2013, and store in an airtight container. We have used it every month since then, and just used some last week. We don't have much left, but what we do have is fine and will use the rest.
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It says on the information that it holds 25 pounds in the larger bottom one and 10 pounds in the top smaller one. I am not sure about dog food, but I myself have 2 different types of dry food for my cats and that is why I have this to keep it separated. I was able to get 12 pounds in the top and 12 in the bottom a lot of room to spare in both. Despite the fact the it states the top is only supposed to hold 10. I am sure it depends on the food, and I am not familiar with dog food. I just know that I have plenty of room for what kinds of food I use for my cats and again, room to spare. Hope this helps. It says on the information that it holds 25 pounds in the larger bottom one and 10 pounds in the top smaller one. I am not sure about dog food, but I myself have 2 different types of dry food for my cats and that is why I have this to keep it separated. I was able to get 12 pounds in the top and 12 in the bottom a lot of room to spare in both. Despite the fact the it states the top is only supposed to hold 10. I am sure it depends on the food, and I am not familiar with dog food. I just know that I have plenty of room for what kinds of food I use for my cats and again, room to spare. Hope... » Read More It says on the information that it holds 25 pounds in the larger bottom one and 10 pounds in the top smaller one. I am not sure about dog food, but I myself have 2 different types of dry food for my cats and that is why I have this to keep it separated. I was able to get 12 pounds in the top and 12 in the bottom a lot of room to spare in both. Despite the fact the it states the top is only supposed to hold 10. I am sure it depends on the food, and I am not familiar with dog food. I just know that I have plenty of room for what kinds of food I use for my cats and again, room to spare. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Sounds like your dimensions fit the 60lb size better than the 40lb? I have the 60lb. 50lb of dog food fit easily with lid on side. $4 or $5 for 50% more storage is a bargain but do you need such a big one say for rice or flour. Perhaps if you have a restaurant? Also recommend one of those large aluminum scoops. They are fairly cheap and very useful for bulk transfers.
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It easily holds 25 lbs dog food out of the bag. You may have to smash the bag in to get it to fit as the container is shorter and wider than a bag of food.
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I store mine in the freezer in airtight containers. Works OK, and it should prevent all nasty critters. Mine hasn't gotten soggy or anything after a few months of this. BTW, I recommend NOT buying this much masa unless you're sure that your needs are awfully high. I'm regretting buying so much. 50 pounds is way more than I expected.
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I dint use the container to hold pet food, rather to hold bird seeds, but it hold the 50 pound bag I put in it. Hope this helps.
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the shelf life is 25 yearsAdditional Product Details*Includes 36 total buckets*Food is safely sealed in Mylar pouches*To avoid waste, each pouch conveniently contains 4 servings*Lock-in stacking buckets for compact and secure storage without the need of shelving*Grab-and-go handles for easy transport in an emergency*25 year shelf lifeTotal Weight: 744 lbsDimensions: 15" tall, 12" Wide, 10" Deep (per bucket)
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I don't store dry food in mine. I use it for office supplies. The seal isn't air proof.
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It is not airtight. The lid has several small holes in back for ventilation. Our bread does stay fresh at least twice as long though!
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It holds about 5lbs of food. Not that you would want it too, as it is not airtight/sealed at all so the kibble will spoil or pests might get into it.
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Good shelf life. Once opened, keep refrigerated and use up the contents within 3 days for freshest meal. Otherwise, store in a plastic baggie and freeze it short term. My dog took to this dog food (I mix 2tblspns with drymix) very well. Bowel movements are good/firm-normal.
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I keep my dog's food sealed in the bag inside the box--she doesn't eat much since she' small--so her food lasts up to six months or so. Dehydrated is the way to go!
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I keep food in starge bins in cool place out of sun. My purchases are usually every two weeks for a thirty pound bag. I have a 110pound German Shepherd. There has never been any quality issues even if stored for four weeks in cool place out of sun.