My math skill is not the best. I'm wondering if anyone has any idea how to calculate from these instructions the dimensions of the total material needed.

Duly noted about glass. Regarding plastics though. I think leaching could be an issue at any temp (see the following study on plastic leaching http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3222987/ ). Additionally, I called a lot of these manufacturers to ask about the heat ratings of their products (...

Remember that no manufacturer make's No-Chill containers. We are making do with whatever works. Caution must be taken with the container. It must be safe to store hot wort and not impart any taste or chemical residue. If it's thick walled and is safe to hold water (I) am good with it! Safety is up ...

I am an advanced home sourdough baker and brand new brewer from Brooklyn and looking forward to jumping right in and using the bag method. After a lot of research, it seems to be the most simple and streamlined way to economically brew with all grains and this appears to be a great resource!

-Tait