Flour storage?

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PippiL · 14/02/2011 11:20

I've started buying my flour straight from the mill near me as its so much cheaper.

It comes in a 7.5kg bag. What can I store this in?

Most "tupperware" boxes look like the wrong sort of shape (square). I need something fairly upright, but with a big enough opening that I can get a scoop in there.

Any ideas

I'm thinking some sort of pet food storage!

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peachybums · 14/02/2011 14:06

Ooo il keep an eye on this as i recently started buying in bulk too and dont like just storing it in the bag in the bottom cupboard.

I was thinking some kind of large pouring tub from pet shop too, should imagain they will seal up quite well as they are designed to keep doggy biscuits fresh.

ChippyMinton · 14/02/2011 17:32

Decant a couple of pounds into a container then refill as needed?
No idea what to put the big bag in though.

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PippiL · 14/02/2011 19:30

Mmm, the big bag is a problem as I can't even fold the top over properly! Worried about weevils!

Was thinking of this

but the cost will ofset my savings on the price of the flour :-(

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bounty007 · 14/02/2011 21:45

What about a small swing bin? In my HE class at school all floor was stored in dustbins (new,clean ones obviously!)

solo · 14/02/2011 21:47

Keep weevils away by storing in airtight tubs in the freezer!

greenlotus · 14/02/2011 21:59

Something like this I have a couple that I've picked up from various supermarkets/plastic box shops, they have only been a few pounds.

LoveInAColdClimate · 16/02/2011 12:53

One of those plastic bins that has a lid that clips on? They look a bit like a minature dustbin.

If you have a dog, Eukanuba occasionally do a freebie of a very large tin with a lid (obviously designed for dog food storage but good for any dry food). I haven't seen this offer for a while, though.

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