Bins, Tins, Boxes and Crates for Smart Storage
Big furniture handles bulk storage. Smaller containers handle the details. Tins, boxes and crates group similar items together. They make shelves and cupboards easier to use.
Kitchen Storage Ideas
- Tins for tea, coffee, sugar and biscuits.
- Bread bins to keep loaves fresh.
- Crates for potatoes, onions and root veg.
- Boxes for spices, baking kit and tea towels.
Around the Home
Wooden crates make rustic shelving when stacked on their sides. Lidded boxes hide paperwork, chargers and craft supplies. In a playroom, crates keep toys sorted by type. In the shed, metal bins keep bird seed safe from pests.
Choosing Materials
Metal tins are airtight and keep food fresh. Wooden crates add warmth and texture. Woven boxes suit bedrooms and living rooms. Pick materials that suit the room and what you're storing.
Organisation Tips
Label tins and boxes so everyone knows where things go. Store items you use daily at eye level. Group similar items together. Use matching containers for a calm, uniform look on open shelves.
Styling Open Shelves
Mix storage boxes with books and decor on a bookcase. Slide crates under a bench. Line up tins along a dresser top for a vintage kitchen feel.
Explore baskets, basketware and all storage. Call 023 9281 2835 for current availability.
Bins, Tins, Boxes & Crates: Frequently Asked Questions
Are metal tins good for food storage?
Yes. Tins with tight lids help keep tea, coffee and biscuits fresh. Check whether a tin is food-safe before use.
How can I use wooden crates at home?
Stack them as shelving, store vegetables in the kitchen, or use them for toys and magazines.
How do I organise open shelves?
Use matching boxes for clutter, group similar items and leave some space so shelves don't look crowded.
Do you have tins and crates in stock?
Stock changes often. Call our Southsea showroom on 023 9281 2835 for current availability.






















































































