Leroy Merlin: 10 Uses For Plastic Storage Containers At Home

The longer we live in one place, grow our families, and collect things, the inevitable often happens… we gather clutter! For many, clutter becomes an eye-sore; it’s the accumulation of things that take up space in our homes and lives that can sometimes drive us to the edge of sanity. That’s why we are big on storage and we’re always looking for easy and convenient ways to store things at home to make better use of our space.

Plastic storage containers are quite possibly one of the most versatile and affordable options for home storage. From the bedroom and powder room to the dressing room and playroom! We can advocate for plastic storage in every room!

Here are 10 simple uses for plastic storage containers and how to declutter your space with ease…

1. Toys, toys and more toys

Can anyone ever be prepared for the number of toys and objects our children collect over the years? If like me, there came a point in your life where you grew tired of stepping on Lego or picking up mini cars off the floors, then it’s time to invest in affordable storage to clear up the mess. Clean up those toys (or better yet, get the children to do it) and sort them into clear storage containers for easy access. Clear containers will also help your little ones easily identify where things need to go when they’re done playing!

2. Seasonal Clothing

If your bedroom wardrobe is limited in size and space, then you may need a safe space to stow away seasonal clothing not in use. Plastic storage containers do a wonderful job. Not only will these keep your clothing from gathering dust in the off-season, but they also take up less space as you can easily fold away an entire container and store out of sight until the weather changes!

3. Linen

Extra towels, sheets or even curtains taking up precious folding space in your closet? Why not arrange these into labelled containers? This will create a streamlined look and will give you peace of mind that everything is neatly packed away and easily accessible when you need it!

4. Holiday decor

Christmas is still a few months off, and we know that many people like to go big with the Christmas decor and festive spirit. However, what do you do with these bulky items for the other 11 months of the year? Things like a Christmas tree or rope lights can certainly take up a lot of space, and if not packed away delicately, can easily get damaged! Plastic containers in various sizes are a great storage solution here. Neatly rolling up seasonal lights will ensure that they are still in one piece when the festive season starts!

5. Shoes

It’s really easy to run out of shoe storage in a standard wardrobe with limited space. Our suggestion? Invest in plastic storage for your shoes that can be stacked upright. This way you can fit a whole lot more into your cupboard and it will also look neat and orderly at the same time!

6. Crafts

A dedicated craft container is always a good idea for the family who loves to get creative! Add papers and crafting supplies to one large container and simply whip it out when it’s time to create something magical.

7. Gift tags and wrapping

Create your own little gifting station with a container dedicated to gift tags, bags and wrapping. Keeping all these miscellaneous items in one place will make gift wrapping so much easier!

8. Sports equipment

Large sporting goods like balls, rackets and protective gear can easily overwhelm a room. However, stored in a special plastic container, you can create a neat space with everything you need in one spot! No more missing shin pads or rackets on sporting days!

9. Electronics

If you have a drawer in your house that is filled with cables, cords, chargers and more, then it’s time for a declutter. Sort these into an organizer for easy access.

10. Pantry items

Use plastic storage containers in the pantry to group and store items that you use into categories. Add labels for that professional touch!

The list could go on and on but we hope you’re convinced enough to head out to the shops to purchase a plastic container, or two, or three! Leroy Merlin offers a fabulous range of storage solutions to help you streamline your home. Be sure to check out their wares online or visit a store near you!