Transform a galvanized stock tank into fabulously functional outdoor décor.

What You'll Need

• ​100-gallon galvanized stock tank 5218-523

• mineral spirits 1620-644

• sanding sponge 220 grit 1061-069

• STICK iT latex primer 1850-792

• Designer Series Exterior Suede paint

• clear marine silicone sealant 2031-161

• 4” rigid castors (2) 2324-109

• 4” swivel castors (2) 2324-105

• hardware for castors

Here's How

• See ‘Paint It Perfect’ for tips to prepare and paint the tank.

• Measure, mark, drill and attach the rigid plate casters at one end of the tank. Repeat at the other end with the swivel castors.

• Seal the castors’ holes with silicone.

Keep Cool and Party On!

The perfect party cooler! The aluminium helps keep the ice lasting longer and the tank has a drain on the side to empty the cooler when the party's over.

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Shopping List

• 30’ of 1” x 10” common pine

• 1 1/4” #8 screws

• 4’ pipe clamps

• exterior wood glue 2020-869

• jig saw 1268-536

• router 1258-514

Here’s How

Upper Layer

• Cut six pieces of 1” x 10” pine 6” longer than tank.

• Glue edges of three of the pieces together and clamp. Set aside the remaining three pieces for the lower layer.

​Step 1    Wipe the surface with mineral spirits to remove the oil film from new galvanized metal.

Step 2    Scuff the surface with a 220-grit sanding sponge.

Step 3    Prime with BeautiTone STICK iT primer sealer. The hard, smooth surface of galvanized metal can make it difficult for paint to adhere, however this primer is a problem solver. It is formulated to bond to galvanized metal.

Step 4    Choose a gorgeous colour in either exterior Designer Series or Rust Coat water-based paint.