Blue Stripe Design Beverage Dispenser Crock

This product is great. It is the second one I have purchased. The first one, from another company, leaked all over the place. I read the reviews and I think the reason other peoples leaked is that the spigot has to be installed correctly. Against logic, the beveled (curved) part of the rubber washer has to face AWAY from the carafe both on the inside and outside. Prior to receiving the carafe, I purchased the stainless steel spigots just in case I needed them, plus I am not a plastic fan. They were slightly smaller than the plastic and since the plastic worked I returned them. FYI. I hope you have good luck like I did! I am ordering a second one for upstairs. I just wish I could find the one with sunflowers like the ad at the bottom of the page.

After decades of use my old carafe broke. I was concerned about having it shipped as these things are easy to break. I was absolutely amazed at the packaging. The box was very light but extremely strong corragated cardboard with 4 puzzle-like vertical locking inserts ensuring a very snug fit, but sliding out one panel allowed the others to be removed with no risk of damage. The carafe is well made and thick walled. I also received a bonus gift of two travel water bottles that was unexpected.

This is the one to get!! I ordered a New Wave Enviro first because it was cheaper. It arrived in a thin flimsy box and was shattered, and a it's made of thin, cheap feeling porcelain. Amazon refunded me money. If you read their reviews, mine was not the only one to arrive damaged because of bad shipping.Then I ordered this one. It came beautifully double boxed with packing to protect it. It's made of a more solid weight material and instructions to put it together, which is simple. Note, the lid is separate since some people may want to simple use an upturned water bottle but we got the lid.Ours came with 2 faucets and it uses 2 washers which are included but we've had no drips or leaks so far.Its a very light grey, not white but I actually like that, it looks more natural. We washed it when we first go it it, using a little bleach to be sure it was completely sanitary and are using it happily.

I like the product as I wanted (and now have!) a small water dispenser to offer water to my clients post-massage. I ordered the one with the blue stripe, but received the solid white crock. It's ok, as it matches the decor, but not what I ordered. Seems very sturdy. Have not had it for long and will update my review as I have more experience with this product.Update: make sure you put the spigot on tightly enough....I hadn't and it was leaking. Tightening according to the directions solved it. Also, it seems to have a very fine crack. Not sure if it's leaking or just a little water spills when dispensing. Not enough to worry about (especially since I tightened the spigot!!). Either way, I'm glad to have this dispenser and my clients appreciate it.

The water quality in our city was getting a little questionable and we have toddlers.It wasn't any cheaper in stores.I also purchased the matching lid & a stainless valve.I paid a deposit at a local natural foods store for 2 glass 5 gallon jugs.Closing in on a C-note, but the price is worth it.If there is anything funky in it, its as simple to clean as a pot.The price to refill the 5 gal jugs at Wal-Mart is 39 cents.No wires, no plumbing, and it still works during a civil emergency if utilities are cut.I add vitamins to the pot at every other jug change.Its simple, but some of the best things are.I can look through the crystal clear glass jug sitting on this pot in the morning light and know that my kids aren't drinking freaky chemicals. Its worth it.

I’m so excited to put this baby in a cute little corner in my home! I’m really in love. I think it is important to leave the note that the plastic spigot that this dispenser comes with is no bueno. It leaves a tiny leak on your counter or wherever you’re placing it a mess in time. I know some say it needs to be tightened but trust me, I’ve tightened it as far as it could go and it still didn’t help. I saw reviews about the trouble so was prepared to get a stainless steel one and it made all the difference, also on Amazon. I got this cute 2.5 gallon carboy from EBay to go with it and now I’m in love with this farmhouse look! Just adorable! <33

I'm not one to write reviews but this thing has caused enough trouble to get me to write one!While the unit itself looks nice and is easy to maintain, the spigot is the worst designed thing I've ever seen and experienced.I have had this unit in use for just short of two months and have had three major leaks from the spigot. One of the leaks was bad enough that the entire floor was flooded and slick. This caused a family member to slip into the unit, pushing it into the wall and the family member falling to the floor and getting injured. Fortunately, the ceramic bowl didn't fall on them and cause more injury.My recommendation: either don't buy this (if you value your floors and your health) or find a legitimate spigot to use in it.

Nice heavy base, holds ice for a LONG time allowing cold water to be enjoyed in the shop. Holds 5 gal bottle easily .