Boxes

Storing things in drawers is a convenient way to organize their contents. It is practical and functional, allowing you to organize items. And don’t waste a lot of time looking for the right thing.

At the same time, the storage space itself looks neat and modern. There is a wide variety of boxes and storage boxes that you can not only buy ready-made, but also make yourself using available materials.

Purposes of application

The main purpose of using boxes in the household is to organize existing things in an orderly manner. Depending on the purpose, containers with certain characteristics are selected.

Boxes can be used for a variety of purposes:

1. Contents of products.
2. Textile storage.
3. Packaging of hobby and handicraft items.
4. For the office.
5. Toys.
6. For small items, etc.

When choosing boxes for one room, it is advisable to give preference to containers of the same type and style.

Varieties to choose?

There are a large number of types of boxes. To make up your mind in all this diversity, information about possible options should be explored.

For food or non-food items

Separating packaging for food or non-food items is a very important point. Containers that are designed for contact with products must be selected especially meticulously.Such packaging must be completely safe when used correctly.

Food containers are suitable for storage:

1. Food in the kitchen.
2. Baby bottles.
3. Medicines, etc.

A review of boxes for storing Lego parts is presented in this article, street boxes - in this, garden - in this, for storing vinyl records - here, potatoes in the apartment - Here, vegetables - here, children's toys - in this, vegetables on the balcony - in this, tools - in this.

Size

The size of the box determines its capacity and functionality. Large boxes can accommodate more items. Such containers are suitable for storing bulky, mostly light, items.

These include:

• blankets;
• pillows;
• Stuffed Toys;
• winter clothes, etc.

If you plan to fill a large box with heavy objects (for example, tools), then it is necessary to decide on the following factors:

• container reliability;
• presence of handles;
• Possibility of transportation and any movement when loaded.

Material

For making boxes as storage systems, a wide variety of materials can be used: from cardboard to metal.

Cardboard

Cardboard boxes are a common way to organize a storage system. You can purchase such packaging ready-made or make it yourself.

Advantages of using cardboard:

1. Low cost.
2. Environmental friendliness.
3. Attractive appearance.
4. Large selection of models.
5. Low tare weight.

Minuses:

1. Short service life.
2. Lack of resistance to moisture.

Plastic

Plastic boxes are a universal option for different purposes. In such a container it is convenient to keep various small items, toys, household chemicals, small spare parts, etc.

Advantages:

• ease of cleaning;
• the ability to choose a container in any design and color (including transparent);
• laconic appearance;
• average service life.

Minuses:

• not suitable for any interior;
• If the operating rules are violated, they are susceptible to scratches and other damage.

Read about plastic boxes for storing vegetables here.

Tree

Depending on the design and additional processing of the material, wooden boxes can become the highlight of the interior. Such packaging is suitable for Provence, loft, and eco-style styles.

Advantages:

1. Functionality.
2. Environmental friendliness.
3. Long service life.
4. Effectiveness.

Minuses:

1. Exposure to moisture.
2. Not suitable for any interior.
3. Can be expensive.

Read about wooden storage boxes here, for storing vegetables - Here.

Wicker

Wicker boxes and baskets are a beautiful, modern way to decorate storage areas. Like wood, this material is effective, beautiful and environmentally friendly.

Subject to compliance with operating standards, wicker containers will serve for years without losing their appearance.

The downside is susceptibility to high humidity. Wicker boxes are used for various purposes - from storing vegetables and fruits, to holding towels, bath accessories and handicraft tools, etc.

Textile

Fabric boxes can be either hard (if they have plastic or cardboard inserts) or completely soft. Textiles can be chosen in different ways - from non-woven fabric to burlap. Clothing, linen, small items, etc. can be stored in fabric containers. Read about fabric boxes Here.

Metal

Metal is rarely chosen as the main material for making boxes, most often - for storing tools, pots and pans. If the container is large, then it would be better to organize a stationary place for it, since when fully loaded it will have considerable weight.

Details - in this article.

7 selection criteria

To choose which box you need, you should decide in advance what will be stored in it. The main selection parameters depend on this. The main characteristics include:

1. Size. For example, to store jewelry you need a smaller drawer, for spare blankets – a large and spacious one.
2. Availability of partitions. This design can be useful for storing diverse items in one container. This helps them not to mix up and clump together.
3. Material of manufacture. Each type of material has its own strengths and weaknesses, which must be taken into account at the stage of choosing containers.
4. Availability of lids and handles. This parameter depends on what will be located inside and where the box itself will be contained.
5. Design. Depending on whether the container will be located in an open space or in a closed space, the importance of its appearance is determined.Those boxes that are intended for open shelves must have a design that matches the interior of the room.
6. Price. You need to start from the allocated budget. Should be considered. That wicker boxes, bamboo and made from unusual materials according to a design project, will cost more than simple models. If you need to buy several pieces at once, the investment can be significant.
7. Features of care. Containers, like their contents, require care. Depending on the operating conditions and characteristics of the material, this can be quite difficult. For example, plastic can be washed with detergents, but this cannot be done with natural materials.

DIY making

Boxes for household purposes can even be made independently. You can make them from scratch, or using blanks.

Making a laundry box from three plastic vegetable boxes and bags, you can watch the video:

You can learn how to make wicker paper boxes from the video below:

How to make boxes from twine using plastic containers can be seen in the video:

Where to buy and how much to pay: top 3 popular storage models

Boxes can be purchased in hardware departments of stores, decor departments, and even in the “Garden and Vegetable Garden” sections. You can also order a suitable model online.

PROFI Comfort, 36 liters

Large capacity transparent plastic box. Manufacturer: Russian Federation. Suitable for storing linen and clothes, it has a lid with latches and handles for moving. Box size: 50x39x28.5 cm.

BranQ Optima 57 l

The box is made of durable polypropylene and has a colored lid. A convenient addition is the presence of small wheels, which makes it easy to move the box around the house. Container size: 33.1x61.6x40.5 cm. Cost - from 1200 rubles

Master Rio

The natural wood box has a decorative appearance. Its parameters: 42 x 25 x 14 cm. Price – from 1500 rubles.

Recommendations

When choosing and using boxes in the household The following recommendations may help:

1. It makes no sense to buy expensive boxes if they are intended specifically for the household and will be hidden from prying eyes, for example, in the cellar or attic.
2. Boxes are a useful purchase for storing seasonal items - ski suits, gardening tools, etc.
3. Low containers can even be placed in dresser drawers.
4. Food boxes can be used for compact storage of spices and bulk products.
5. Boxes with lids help protect the items inside from contamination.

Conclusion

Storage boxes allow you to conveniently organize your belongings. Containers of various sizes make it possible to organize things and keep them in order. With correctly selected containers, even on open shelves, the interior of the room only benefits.