I just switched to using glad wrap mid-brew because I was getting sick of not being able to get an air tight seal, and if I did it up too tight I would have to get someone to give me a hand opening it :|
Bulging isn't a problem since the co2 will leak out around the seal, its not completely air tight under pressure. And being able to see whats going on inside is a big plus when you're using an opaque fermenter. The lid is still handy for aerating though as Hatchy said.
Hi guys (I think you're all guys??),
thank you very much for your input.
Lots of great pointers here.
It's great to have immediate access to other avid brewers.
Yes, I should have searched, sorry about that. bloody newbies.
I too have had problems getting an air seal, or when I do, removing the lid.
I'm looking forward to the better view.
If I "use" the extra head room to fill the "primary fridge" I won't be able to see in..... hmmmm.
I will miss the reassuring plop-plop. Not sure how I'll cope with this.
The lid is still handy for aerating though as Hatchy said.
aerating?? ...
What am I missing here?
I thought air was my emeny.
I have been careful when bottling to ensure I don't get aeration.
As Pauline Hanson would say ... please explain.