How much do old milk cans sell for?

Value of Antique Milk Cans Value depends on what collectors are looking for, but most cans range from about $20 to well over $200. Condition is a big factor in value with cans in great shape with clear labels and minimal damage fetching the most.

What can I do with old milk cans?

Another cool idea is to turn an old milk can into an outdoor planter. It’s really simple and all you have to do is find some sort of container that would fit inside at the top, then fill it with soil and plants. We really love this combination featured on getcottage and the way the plants cascade down the milk can.

How many gallons is an old milk can?

Those milk cans are 10 gallons. Water weighs a tad over 8 pounds a gallon, 8.35 pounds per gallon to be more exact. Because milk is mostly water, a gallon of milk weighs about the same as a gallon of water.

How do you clean up an old milk can?

Rub fine-grit sandpaper over the rusty spots of the can to loosen the rust.
Spray a rust-dissolving agent all over the can.
Run a wire brush over the can to lift off the rust.
Rinse off the old milk can with water.
Dry the can with a cotton towel.
Scrub the milk can with a steel-wool pad to loosen the rust patches.

When did they stop using milk cans?

These were used up until the 1920s, though they were mostly phased out by 1910. Then farmers switched to smaller, five-gallon aluminum milk cans, transported by horse-drawn wagon.

How do you make old milk into a planter?

Old milk can planter. Remove the top (if you find one with a top) Flip over and drill a few holes in the bottom for drainage with a drill bit made for metal not wood. Fill the bottom half with empty water bottles. (it will be lighter to move) Fill with potting soil and plant.

What metal are old milk cans made of?

Usually made from tin, these cans range in size, and have a variety of different labels. While there’s no exact art to dating an old milk can, you can estimate its age by looking for printed brand, ingredient, and copyright information on the can.

Can you paint a rusty milk can?

Sanded down the milk can with a wire brush, spray painted with rust coat paint, added some burlap a gerber daisy and stencils. Voila!! Sanded down the milk can with a wire brush, spray painted with rust coat paint, added some burlap a gerber daisy and stencils. Voila!!

How old is my milk can?

While there’s no exact art to dating an old milk can, you can estimate its age by looking for printed brand, ingredient, and copyright information on the can. If your specimen is older, try examining its materials to see which historical era it hails from.

How tall is a milk can?

12.5″ Diameter X 24″ Overall Height.

What can I plant in milk cans?

Growing Plants in Milk Cartons Square foot gardeners often grow 16 carrots (Daucus carota L.) or radishes (Raphanus sativus L.) or nine onions (Allium cepa) in a 12-inch garden square, so a milk jug can easily handle four or five carrots or radishes or three onions.

How big is a 10 gallon milk can?

Our 10-gallon milk cans come standard with dual handles for easy transport and can hold up to 86 lbs worth of whole milk. We can have your 10-gallon stainless steel milk can shipped to you in no time.

Are there 10 gallon stainless steel milk cans?

BCast Stainless 10-gallon stainless steel milk cans feature a sealed seam lid and seamless interior construction to ensure that your milk stays fresh. (Our stainless steel milk cans have passed the strict standards of the Ohio Department of Agriculture.)

Where can I buy a vintage milk can?

You can find an array of unused and pre-owned vintage milk cans for sale at reasonable prices on eBay. Getting to know a bit about the types of cans you can purchase will help you find the right ones. There are a few kinds of antique metal milk cans that you can find for sale on eBay.

What kind of toys are in old milk cans?

Lot of broken tin toys – three Tootsie Toy dairy cars or truck trailers (about 3 3/4″ long) and a little metal train Weste We love these vintage tiles with the Dutch scenes of rural life… the windmills, the old fashioned houses, the wagon full of mi