This article is going to be about what many consider to be a boring topic… plastic storage boxes. Bare with me. These little wonders are incredibly helpful no matter what you’re currently doing in your life. There is a real, practical application for a sturdy, plastic storage box for everyone.
So lets say you’re getting ready to move, and are deciding how you’re going to get your stuff from your old place to your new place. Cardboard boxes are ok for the general things like clothes and bedding, but there are some other things that are perfect for plastic storage boxes. Your dishes and other fragile items are the perfect candidates for a plastic box. Cardboard just doesn’t cut it, if you really don’t worry about anything breaking en route. And, when you’re done unpacking, you can always use those same exact plastic boxes as long term storage containers.
Before I jump into the varying dimensions and brands out there on the market, lets tackle the budget part. This is going to cost you some money. Now don’t get scared. It’s not going to cost as much as you think. For a larger sized plastic storage box (it looks similar to a small tub and is about 70-qt), you can spend anywhere from $50 on the lower end to $89 for a four piece set. So for about $150, you can have enough plastic storage boxes for your important materials. And, if you’re looking for an even better deal, head down to your local thrift shop and see what they have in stock. You could save up to 65%.
Now you have to determine what sizes you’ll want to get for your needs. If you’re going to be using your boxes specifically for storage, you should get a big plastic storage box. As large as possible to fit everything that you need in it, without having to worry about if you’ll have enough room or not. So if you have large comforters you no longer use because it’s summer, you can store them in the box. Or, if you need to clean out your winter clothes for the summer, you can put them all in a couple of large boxes and not have to worry about moths or insects destroying them.
Now it’s time to talk about brands. The first thing I have to say is that you don’t have to purchase a Rubbermaid plastic box if it’s not right for you. I know there is brand recognition, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best plastic storage box for you. So to find a quality storage box for you, you should touch and feel the box to get a good feeling of how sturdy it is. Now imagine all of the things that will be in there; can it support the weight of the stuff you’ll put in there, will you be able to move it around with stuff in it, will it fit inconspicuously in your garage or storage area.
So there you go. Ditch the crappy cardboard boxes and buy a plastic storage box. It will last a longer, and you’ll be able to do so much more with it. Quick suggestion… if you’re looking for some good deals, remember to check out your local thrift shops.