Rodent Proof Food Storage: Why a Galvanized Can Beats a Bucket
Mice and rats chew through paper, bags and plastic. A galvanized steel can with a tight lid stops them. Here is how to set one up and clean up safely.
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A full pantry has enemies: mice, damp floors, heat and broken seals. These guides cover the cheap containers and habits that keep stored food safe until you need it.
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Mice and rats chew through paper, bags and plastic. A galvanized steel can with a tight lid stops them. Here is how to set one up and clean up safely.
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