How To Make A Barrel In Minecraft

Barrels in Minecraft serve as both storage and a job site block for a Villager Fisherman. Java Edition players that wish to craft these items must have six Planks of Wood, three on each side column. Two Wooden Slabs then need to be placed in the middle of the top and bottom rows. Alternatively, the Planks are replaced with Sticks in the Bedrock Edition. Unlike some other crafting recipes in the game, Crimson and Warped Wood from the Nether can also be used to make Barrels.

These blocks can sometimes generate naturally in a fisher cottage. Players can find up to three Barrels in a village, but breaking the items will result in the Fishermen turning back into regular Villagers. The main use for these storage units is as a job site block. After curing a Zombie Villager in Minecraft, the NPC may become a Fisherman if a Barrel is nearby. They are useful for easy access to Emeralds because they accept various types of fish. At Journeyman Rank, Fishermen have a chance to trade Enchanted Fishing Rods as well. Besides their use as a job site block, Barrels are also a great alternative to the basic Chests in the game.

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Players in Minecraft acquire many items, and storing the loot for later use is an essential part of the game. A Chest is one of the first blueprints learned and can be created by placing eight Wood Planks on a 9x9 grid, with the center space empty. A Barrel, however, is a slightly cheaper recipe to craft in Minecraft and only costs seven Planks, with one being converted into the two Wooden Slabs. They both have 27 slots, but two Chests can be placed next to each other, expanding the size to 57. Unlike the other storage unit, Barrels are not obstructed by blocks that are directly above. They are great for decorative design, but if players wish to turn a Villager into a job other than Fisherman, they may need to destroy the containers. Barrels also have some other unique features inside of the game.

How To Use Barrels In Minecraft

Even though they are made of Wood, Barrels in Minecraft can not be destroyed by Lava. Instead, the substance flows around the storage unit, burning flammable blocks surrounding the object. When broken, either by hand or with a tool, the contents inside the container can be picked up, along with the block itself. Players should be wary because Piglins in Minecraft will become hostile toward anyone who destroys or opens a Barrel. So keeping an eye out for these monsters is a good idea before looking inside.

Barrels are a cost-effective alternative to the normal Chests in the game. They also offer a different texture and are great for designs. Since blocks can't obstruct them, they make excellent additions to walls and floors while doubling as extra storage. Players should keep Barrels in mind the next time they start a journey in Minecraft.

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Minecraft is available on PC, Android, iOS, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.