Advantages and disadvantages, tips for choosing and making fabric storage boxes

Fabric boxes and boxes are a universal option for storing clothes or household items. Soft, eco-friendly material has many advantages over hard containers and boxes.

Fabric products can easily replace even a full-fledged shelf in a closet. And connoisseurs of clear organization of things and total order can create a real storage system from soft hanging shelves.

Pros and cons of fabric containers

Soft cases and cases have several distinct advantages over storage units made from other materials.

Pros:

1. Dust protection. Particularly relevant for things that are stored on open shelves, racks without doors, dressing rooms, mezzanines. Cases made of rubberized fabrics or spunbond protect the contents not only from dust, but also from dirt and can be used when moving or on business trips.
2. Protection against unpleasant odors. Boxes made of natural materials (cotton or linen) allow fur, leather and wool items stored inside to breathe. Natural ventilation prevents the appearance of unpleasant odors and allows clothes to maintain an attractive appearance.
3. Moisture protection. Fabric trunks with impregnation and a closing lid protect things from moisture and further formation of mold and mildew.
4. Burnout protection. A dense case made of non-woven material protects the contents from direct sunlight and further fading.
5. Convenient storage organization.Some types of boxes are equipped with special cells and dividers. Inside such products it is convenient to place a variety of things: from large to very small.
6. Fabric boxes are durable and strong, easy to clean, and resistant to temperature changes.

One more nuance - soft trunks with a zipper must be carefully filled to capacity with things. Only in this case will such products retain their shape.

Types and purpose of boxes

Fabric boxes and trunks vary in appearance and functionality.

What are they used for?

In fabric boxes and cases You can store a variety of items:

• outerwear (jackets, coats or sports equipment);
• complex items that require careful maintenance (clothes with decor, fur coats, leather goods);
• children's things, toys;
• shoes;
• accessories;
• cosmetics, etc.

Larger fabric trunks can be used for seasonal or year-round storage of large or small items, which are then planned to be inherited or transported. This will save space in your home and allow you to free it from unnecessary items.

Kinds

Most fabric boxes and trunks made of spunbond - a durable and practical breathable material. This synthetic fabric is completely biodegradable, making spunbond storage units environmentally friendly. On sale you can find boxes and drawers of various sizes: from miniature organizers to spacious trunks.

Experts call cotton boxes and trunks the best option for long-term clothing storage.

According to their structure and functionality, boxes made of soft material are divided into several types:

1. Regular boxes without lid. Such products are often used to store cosmetics in the bathroom. Also, these drawers are conveniently and compactly located on cabinet shelves as storage for books, accessories and other things. Large boxes and baskets can be used to store children's toys. This option is not suitable for storing clothes - without a lid, the box will not protect the contents from dust and dirt.
2. Box with lid. A convenient and practical box that reliably protects the contents from dust, sunlight and dirt. Used to store clothes, shoes and household items.
3. Organizer with cells. Ideal for storing various small items and accessories. You can also place socks and underwear in convenient cells and sections.
4. Container with zipper. The most convenient option for storing clothes and bed linen. Usually in the side of such boxes there is a transparent window that allows you to see the contents and not guess what exactly is inside.
5. Suspended multi-level boxes. Convenient and practical storage system. Such drawers replace full-fledged shelves in the closet and help optimize space.

Soft boxes and cases can be bought in stores that sell household goods. Or use the services of one of the Internet platforms:

• Ozone,
• Aliexpress,
• Wildberries,
• Sima Land, etc.

The price of products, depending on the size, varies between 150-1200 rubles.

How to choose?

When choosing fabric boxes and cases, it is useful to pay attention to the following features:

1. Dimensions. Before purchasing drawers and boxes, you need to consider the size of the shelves in the closet where the storage will be located.

   To store accessories in the bathroom, a small drawer with additional pockets on the side is enough.

2. Functionality. For storing jewelry or cosmetics, a fabric organizer with cells or a small drawer without a lid or additional partitions is suitable. To store and transport outerwear or bed linen, blankets or pillows, you will need a spacious trunk with one compartment.
3. Appearance. Fabric boxes and trunks can be stored in a closet, on open shelves or even on the floor. Therefore, it is important to choose a product that will harmonize with the overall interior of the room.

How to do it yourself?

You can make soft storage boxes yourself. To do this, you will need a piece of thick fabric and a few simple tools.

Materials:

• thick fabric measuring 48x43.5 cm;
• scissors;
• paper;
• ruler;
• pencil.

Stages of work:

1. At the four corners of the fabric cut, cut 4 squares measuring 4x12 cm.
2. Make a template out of paper. It is needed to make markings that will connect the parts of the fabric box. The length of each strip is 14-15 cm, width - 1-1.5 cm.
3. Place the finished template on top of the fabric. Cut 4 strips 0.7 cm wide and 16 cm long.
4. Using the marks on the attached template, make cuts along the width. The resulting holes will be used to sew the box together.
5. Stretch strips of fabric through the prepared holes. Cut off the upper protruding parts of the strips.

You need to place heavy pieces of wood in the finished box for several hours. This way the product will take the desired shape.

Useful tips

If the soft box is used to store clothes, bedding, pillows or blankets, you should try to fill it to the top. Otherwise, the product will not hold its shape, and it will not be possible to place one box on top of another.

Video on the topic of the article

The video will show you how to sew a fabric box:

Conclusion

Fabric boxes are an eco-friendly alternative to bulky plastic containers. Products made from spunbond, linen or cotton are safe for humans, practical and durable.

Such storages are universal; depending on the functionality, you can place everything in them. - from costume jewelry to voluminous blankets and outerwear.