3 Expert Tips To Choose Deck Boxes & Patio Storage

• Short on space?

If you have a small garden or patio space, you might consider a multi-purpose storage solution. Deck box benches combine a space for storage with extra seating.

These are available in various different lengths, meaning that you will easily find something to suit your particular needs. Many benches come with back and armrests for extra comfort.

• Want something simple?

Designed to lay horizontally with a flip-up top, chests, or standard deck boxes are both versatile and nicely compact. For regular storage, they are a great choice and can be moved around as needed.

There are multiple styles and colors, so you should be able to find one that matches your space with ease.

• Need more storage space?

Cabinets or vertical deck boxes stand upright with outward opening doors. These are excellent if you need more space.

You may also consider one of these for ease of organizing your items and accessing them - some people have difficulty getting to the lower storage or don't like rummaging around to find things.  

• Want something by the pool?

If you are looking for something to house just a few pieces, you may consider a towel stand or valet. The storage space is limited, but so is the amount of room taken up in your yard.  

This is arguably the most important question to ask yourself when purchasing storage. You need to consider the space you have available, this will help you to initially start narrowing down the size. Then you are going to want to think about what you want to store and how much of it there is likely to be.

For simple items like towels or outdoor pillows, a small 50 gallons box will suffice. Medium deck boxes hold up to 100 gallons and are great for garden tools and supplies. If you need to store pool maintenance equipment, the large ones go up to 150, and the extra-large 150+ gallon boxes are able to house everything you keep outside.