35 Off-Grid Uses for Metal 55-Gallon Drums

Being able to repurpose items into something new and beneficial is a hallmark of a prepared and innovative individual. Of course, some items are more versatile than others when it comes to being repurposed into something new.

With that said, one of the most versatile items is the metal 55-gallon oil drum. From creating a makeshift washing machine to building a snowplow you can attach to your tractor, the number of ways you can repurpose a metal oil drum is only limited by your imagination.

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In this video, Foisy shows off 35 creative uses for metal 55-gallon oil drums. The video includes each of the following uses:

1. Build a snowplow
2. Build a refrigerator
3. Build a vehicle
4. Build a pizza oven
5. Build a bull-riding simulator
6. Build a stereo
7. Build a sink
8. Build a bar
9. Demonstrate atmospheric pressure
10. Build a toolbox
11. Build a boat
12. Build a wind turbine
13. Build a train car
14. Build a planter
15. Build a bike rack
16. Build a drum set
17. Build a washing machine
18. Build a pet bed
19. Create an art installation
20. Build a water fountain
21. Build a wood stove
22. Build a clock
23. Build chairs
24. Build a composting area
25. Build hanging lights
26. Use them for storage
27. Use them for exercise
28. Build a grill/smoker
29. Build a playground
30. Build a deer feeder
31. Build a table
32. Build a fire pit
33. Use them to brew beer
34. Build a rainwater collector
35. Use them as trash bins

To see pictures of each of these, watch the video below.

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