A bunded oil tank is a tank within a tank. The area surrounding the inner tank is called the bund. These types of oil storage tank are ideal for safely storing domestic heating oil.
Bunded oil tanks are used nearly everywhere now as they are the safest form of oil storage. You will need to use a bunded oil tank if you are storing oil within 10 meters a drain, water course or place of natural beauty. Most insurance companies require you to have a bunded oil tank instead of a single skin tank. Some locations in the UK the environmental agency may also ask you to install a Bunded Oil Tank. oil storage tanks are ideal for safely storing domestic heating oil.
When deciding the position of your oil tank, ensure that it is 1.8 meters away from any door, window or any part of a building which can catch fire (wood, plastic..). The Environmental Agency in England and Wales requires you to use a Bunded Oil Tank where possible in case of an oil leak. If you are within 50 meters of a well, spring of natural water course, then a bunded oil tank is essential. You should also consult your home insurance company if you are considering a single skin oil tank; some insurance companies will not cover them.
1300 litre Bunded oil tank
with 10 year warranty