That's a great idea! We use the huge Rubbermaid bins with lids. Dog food, cat food, and bird seed all fit under the counter in our laundry room, so no pest issues. Chicken feed is in the barn next to the coop door, also in a Rubbermaid bin, with a weighted box on top. So far it's been effective for keeping critters out. The snake living in our barn probably helps too, with the mice at least! :)