In celebration of 12 months online here’s a list of the 25 most read posts of all time on Five Gallon Ideas.
Toilet Stool
Probably the greatest service I’ve done for humanity is evangelizing proper pooping to tens of thousands via this website. I’m thrilled that this is the most popular post here.
Mouse Trap
Mice are still obviously a problem in the 21st century. You’ve heard “build a better mouse trap,” well this is the best mouse trap humanity’s come up with so far, other than a cat.
Hydroelectric Generator
Power to run your lights and cell phones from a 5 gallon bucket. It sounds insane until you see the detailed 26-page manual.
Computer Cable Management
Tutorial on how I built my 5 gallon bucket computer. Only one like it in the world, and it’s a fine piece of equipment too.
Washing Machine
Easy washing machine made with a 5 gallon bucket and a plunger. I’ll be sticking with my energy-hungry top loader for the time being, but it’s nice to know that a bucket can do just as good a job with a lot more elbow grease.
Chicken Nesting Boxes
To make these, just kick a 5 gallon bucket over on its side. Really it’s that easy! Chickens of any size are more than happy to pop eggs out for you in these.
Potato Farm
Growing potatoes in 5 gallon buckets was Mel Bartholomew’s idea. Thanks Mel! Just don’t you forget to drill holes in the bottom or you’ll end up just like some of our readers with nothing but mush!
Mushroom Farm
Or as I like to call it, the “automatic bacon maker.” Enough salt and grease and anything will taste like bacon, especially toasted mushrooms.
Computer Desk
Or a desk for anything else, really. We did our wedding invitations on a bucket desk too.
Chicken Waterer
Keep those birds hydrated! This 5 gallon bucket waterer is bigger, cheaper, and cleaner than the metal feeders most people use.- Chicken Feeder
- Aquaponics System
- Water Filtration System
- Refrigerator
- Rocket Stove
- Farming with Buckets
- Fence or Wall
- Portable Cooler
- Hand Cart
- 5 Gallon Bucket Dimensions
- Bike Panniers
- Strawberry Farm
- Composting Toilet
- Wine or Cider Press
- Bathtub