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The Rice Bucket Challenge

Not every part of the world had enough surplus water to throw over their heads.
As we recently reported, the ice bucket challenge was a genuine viral sensation since its initiation in June of this year. The challenge entails people being doused with ice… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/the-rice-bucket-challenge/

Store toys with this tidy idea

Its that time of year when the non-stop rain keeps kids indoors.....with the ensuing mess. Fear not - our handy idea for storing away those toys at the end of the day will make life easier.
I am looking out of my window even as I write this story and there is simply no denying it: the air is cold and damp, the sky is grey, and the big, round orange thing in the… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/store-toys-with-this-tidy-idea/

How to choose a plastic buckets and pails supplier

For those looking for a future supplier of plastic buckets, a simple checklist of what to consider
If you're in the market for plastic buckets and pails there are several things to take into consideration to make sure you choose both the right product and supplier. Cost… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/how-to-choose-a-plastic-buckets-and-pails-supplier/

Plastic buckets and tap shoes - now that's entertainment!

Clearly tap shoes have a long standing place in the entertainment world. But plastic buckets?
It is possibly hard to even imagine, but out there, right now, there are people who find the notion of manufacturing and retail plastic buckets somewhat uninspiring. I know…… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/plastic-buckets-and-tap-shoes-now-thats-entertainment/

Summer uses for plastic buckets

We've discussed many times how the ubiquitous plastic bucket comes into its own as a gardening tool in spring and summer. But its myriad benefits don't end there.
Believe it or not, that big, round, orange thing in the sky really is the sun and yes, we are drifting inexorably towards the warmer months of the year. For many, these are… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/summer-uses-for-plastic-buckets/

Why plastic containers manufacturers use plastic

Most containers produced these days are plastic, but what are the advantages of using plastic over metal and wood?
Back in the dim and distant past, buckets were only ever made of metal and even wood. Obviously metal is sturdy but its also expensive and wood, well…."There's a hole in my… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/why-plastic-containers-manufacturers-use-plastic/

Large plastic buckets - key buying criteria

There are certain considerations when purchasing plastic buckets, and size can affect those considerations.
Obviously, being a top UK supplier of large plastic buckets, we'd always maintain that contacting a reputable and knowledgeable company such as H&O Plastics should be your… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/large-plastic-buckets-key-buying-criteria/

Food grade plastic pails and containers - seven main categories

A rundown of the 7 main categories of plastic food grade pails.
It takes a specific manufacturing process and type of plastic to ensure that a run of the mill plastic pail or container becomes a a food grade one. The plastic must be much… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/food-grade-plastic-pails-and-containers-seven-main-categories/

Using wholesale plastic pails to water your plants

Plastic pails can be used in a clever way to drip-irrigate your plants. It's pretty simple to do and they can be reused year after year.
The British weather is erratic to say the least. We had the driest few months toward the beginning of the year which prompted a hose pipe ban that then lasted throughout the… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/using-wholesale-plastic-pails-to-water-your-plants/

How to make a bucket drum kit

Street or bucket drumming is a new craze that's come over from America. Its been on car adverts, featured in high profile rock gigs. All you need is load of buckets and some rhythm.
Back in March, we told you about a new craze sweeping the UK, imported from America. Bucket drumming, or street drumming. In the article, we told you how to drum using plastic… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/how-to-make-a-bucket-drum-kit/

Growing food in plastic buckets

Students in America have devised a novel way of growing food from recycled plastic buckets and other household items.
A group of high school students in America has begun an innovative project to create a food-providing garden in a limited space, just using recycled buckets and other materials.… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/growing-food-in-plastic-buckets/

Buckets are the new baskets this Easter.

Easter baskets are overpriced and unnecessary. Decorating a plastic bucket is more fun, holds more goodies and costs much less.
At this time of year, hordes of people flock out in search of baskets to fill with Easter goodies for their kids, as is the tradition of course. But the more practically minded… http://www.ho-plastics.co.uk/blog/buckets-are-the-new-baskets-this-easter./

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