Best Ways to Store Water Long-Term—What Works?

[StarlitNavigator]

Have always used food-grade barrels for water storage, but lately I’m hearing more about WaterBricks and similar stackable options. Anyone here have experience with those—do they really seal tight long-term? Also open to tips about treatment methods that won’t alter the taste much.

 

[MarigoldBreeze]

Barrels have been my standby for years, but I’ve been gradually swapping in some of the stackable containers (have a mix of WaterBricks and another brand). The stackables are honestly easier to tuck away in small spaces—under stairs, closets, etc. Haven’t had any leaks yet after 3+ years, and the seal still feels tight when I open to check. I will say it’s a bit more work to fill and empty compared to barrels, but the convenience of moving them around if you need to is a big plus as I get older.

As for treatment, plain old unscented bleach works fine (I use the CDC’s ratio: 1/8 teaspoon per gallon), and I haven’t noticed a taste if