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An alternative to concrete storage for vegetables is the Tingard plastic cellar, which is gaining popularity among private sector residents. Externally, the structure is a plastic box equipped with a lid. Stiffening ribs are cast in the cellar for strength. Inside the box there are shelves for vegetables, and the manhole is equipped with a ladder. Tingard cellars of different sizes are produced, which allows the owner of the site to individually choose the right product for himself.
The main characteristics of the cellar made of plastic Tingard
A big plus of the Tingard seamless plastic cellar is its 100% tightness. The box is made using rotational molding. Thanks to this technology, it is possible to make a seamless container with the required number of stiffening ribs. If we take a concrete or metal cellar for comparison, then they are stronger, but there is a danger of depressurization of the storage in case of damage to the joints.
Thanks to the seamless technology, the installation of Tingard is dispensed with without additional waterproofing. Seamless plastic walls will not allow moisture to pass through, which means that there will never be mold in the box. Rodents will not be able to enter the store, and the sealed lid will become an obstacle for all insects.
For the manufacture of the Tingard cellar, high-quality food grade plastic of increased strength is used. The walls are 15 mm thick plus stiffening ribs provide a greater resistance of the structure to the pressure of the earth and groundwater. Even during heaving of the soil, the geometry of the box will remain unchanged.
The manufacturer guarantees the operation of the product up to 50 years.
The video offers an overview of the plastic cellar:
Positive and negative traits of plastic storage
Now let's look at what advantages the Tingard seamless cellar has, which brought it popularity among residents of the private sector:
- You can install a Tingard cellar on any site. There are no obstacles if there is a high location of groundwater, soil heaving and other negative factors.
- The owner does not need to do additional finishing work, since the box is completely ready for use. After installation in the storage, you can immediately drain the canned food and vegetables.
- Installation of the box is carried out in an open area and under a garage or house. However, the installation of a storage facility under an already constructed building requires complex construction work, and there is no way to do without specialists.
- The products inside the Tingard plastic storage are reliably protected from temperature extremes and dampness. Effective ventilation increases the quality and shelf life of vegetables.
- A big advantage of food grade plastic is that it does not absorb foreign odors. Even if the vegetables accidentally rotted, the walls of the box can be easily disinfected, and then bring in new supplies.
If we talk about the shortcomings of the storage, then the main disadvantage is the high cost of the product. The owner of the Tingard cellar will cost half the price of a concrete or metal counterpart, and this is only for the purchase of a box. You also need to add on the installation costs.
The second disadvantage is the fixed dimensions of the product. Let's say the owner is able to make a cellar of any shape and size from cinder blocks. Turnkey plastic storage does not give such a choice.
What to consider when buying a plastic cellar
Before purchasing a box from sellers, be sure to inquire about the presence of accompanying documents for the product. It is important to review the quality certificate so that you do not slip a fake made of low-quality plastic.
The installation of the storage should be carried out by specialists, so you should immediately find out whether the company provides such a service. Don't skimp on self-assembly. Experts know all the features of the product, its weak points, besides, they will make a correct assessment of the mobility of the soil and the location of groundwater.
The plastic vault is equipped with a standard ventilation system consisting of air ducts. This system may need to be improved. It depends on the nuance of using the product. Storing large quantities of fruits and vegetables leads to condensation. To avoid this, only the alteration of natural ventilation to forced ventilation will help, by installing an electric fan.
Stages of installation of the Tingard cellar
So, we have already said that it is better to entrust the installation of plastic storage to specialists. For informational purposes, let's briefly understand how this all happens:
- In the selected area, a pit is dug under the plastic box. The dimensions of the pit make it larger than the cellar.
- To prevent the lightweight plastic container from being pushed out of the ground by groundwater, it must be anchored. To do this, a reinforced concrete slab is laid at the bottom of the pit or a layer of concrete is poured over the reinforcing mesh.
- The weight of the plastic box is within 600 kg, so it is lowered into the pit using lifting equipment.
- The plastic storage is fixed to the concrete bottom with slings, after which the excavation is backfilled.
During the installation of the Tingard plastic cellar, some difficulties may arise. One of them is digging a foundation pit. The area of not every site allows the excavator to enter. Here two difficulties arise at once. First, many cubes of earth will have to be shoveled by hand. Secondly, it will not work to lay a reinforced concrete slab on the bottom, because the crane will also not be able to enter a small yard. The bottom will only have to be concreted by hand. Besides the fact that this work is physically difficult, it will still take a lot of time. Of course, concrete can be poured in a day, but it still needs to be given time to harden at least a week, and sometimes more.
The video shows the installation process of the Tinger cellar:
Exposure to moisture and temperature extremes on plastic storage
The plastic walls of the box do not corrode. The owner may not worry that over time a leak will appear, dampness inside the store and other unpleasant consequences. However, if the box is installed in an area with a high groundwater level, it will need to be securely anchored. Otherwise, in the spring, the container will be pushed out of the ground like a float.
The second worst enemy of a plastic cellar is temperature extremes. Of course, they are not terrible for the box, but the food inside the cellar may disappear. Plastic walls 15 mm thick allow heat and cold to pass through easily. To maintain the same temperature inside the cellar, it is important to pay attention to reliable thermal insulation.
Now we propose to read the real reviews of several owners of the Tingard cellar. They will help to avoid mistakes made in the operation of plastic storage.
