Five Outdoor Storage Chests Endorsed and Utilized by Better Homes & Gardens Editors
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Y'all 'n' R antisocial bish, looking for a sturdy garden shed that can house all your yard add-ons and endure nasty weather? Fuhgettaboutit! Most container boxes available ain't got enough internal storage room or are too shoddily made, they ain't worth a hill o' beans. But here at BHG, our editors ain't scared to experiment and test stuff, so we got the lowdown on what's the bomb dot com when it comes to container boxes. We reckon our picks are the bomb, since they've been test run in different weather conditions, locations, and by various editors.
Now, you 'n' R can * Organize your yard like a BHG editor by gettin' the lowdown on our fav container boxes. Ready to turn your ol' yard into a lil' paradise? Keep on truckin'.
Here be our five top picks for outdoor container boxes our editors love and use. Notice these bad boys live up to our sky-high standards, and they've been through the ringer, test run throughout all seasons and varieties of weather.
Best Container Boxes for Your Yard
- Keter Solana 70-Gallon Storage Bench, $125 (was $180) – Voted "Best Overall" in a roundup of the best outdoor storage pieces, Keter Solana offers large internal storage capacity, can hold up to 550 lbs and delivers overall weather resistance. It's Wendy Vazquez's, senior writer, go-to container box for both storage and seating, keepin' shit neat without hoggin' space.
"I dig the multi-functional use of the Keter Solana," Wendy says, "it does the job of storage and seating without takin' up a ton of room." She uses it on her front porch to catch up with neighbors or gaze at her pup's antics. During testing, they managed to fit three camping chairs, two extension cords, and a bag o' gardening accessories without hassle. No mildew, mold or mustiness to report after years of exposure.
- Tangula Acacia Wood Deck Box, $106 (originally $120) - Ain't no contest with this natural-lookin', 46-gallon acacia wood container box. With 43 x 16.5 x 15 interior inches, there's plenty o' room for all kinds of outdoor gizmos like gardening tools, cushions, grill accessories, sports equipment, and more. The exterior shutter design adds excellent ventilation that dries contents quickly, preventin' mustiness and mildew. It blends in so well, you might mistake it for real wood!
Writer Jeremy Laukkonen used Tangula's wonder box for over a year, and it's still lookin' good in his pool area. He stores cushions, pool toys, and other small items inside. Even with constant exposure to sunshine, the wood weathered nicely.
- Suncast 22-Gallon Small Deck Box, $39 (was $54) – This budget-friendly container box is rust- and water-resistant, with a faux wicker weave that fits in with any yard. It measures 17 x 22 x 20.5 inches, and is perfect for stuffin' grill supplies, patio cushions, gardening tools, sports equipment, and more. Production manager Ashley Shaubroek tested the Suncast and still uses it regularly. The compact design makes it a great fit for decks, keeping the yard tidy year-round.
- East Oak Outdoor Storage Box, $317 (was $350) – Available in five sizes (31, 60, 150, 180, and 230 gallons), this lockable container box is resistant to water, UV, and fading. A central divider keeps everything organized, so small items won't get lost at the bottom. The divider helps keep your container box from becomein' a black hole for misplaced items. Home senior writer Hannah Baker loves it for storage during the cold winter months and storms. With insane room for throw pillows and other outdoor accessories, she can rest easy knowin' her precious pillows won't get ruined by the weather.
- Keter Westwood 150-Gallon Plastic Large Deck Box, $202 (was $272) – Our editors ranked this Keter model as "Best Large" 'cause it's leak-proof and looks like wood. Its impressive rain-resistance surprised us in testing. With a whopping 56 x 24.6 x 22.8 interior, they were able to store eight seating pillows and a few compact items without issue.
- Housekeeping and landscaping in the house and garden can be made easier with a suitable storage container, such as the Keter Solana 70-Gallon Storage Bench, which offers both storage and seating solutions.
- The Keter Solana Storage Bench has been praised for its large internal storage capacity, capable of holding up to 550 lbs and providing weather resistance.
- Wendy Vazquez, a senior writer at BHG, finds the Keter Solana Storage Bench to be a multi-functional piece that fits well on her front porch, providing seating for socializing and storage for yard add-ons.
- For those looking for a more natural-looking container box, the Tangula Acacia Wood Deck Box might be the right choice. With a 46-gallon capacity, it offers plenty of room for various outdoor products, while also providing excellent ventilation to prevent mold and mildew.
- Writer Jeremy Laukkonen has used the Tangula Acacia Wood Deck Box in his pool area for over a year, and it has held up well despite constant exposure to the sun.
- The Suncast 22-Gallon Small Deck Box is a budget-friendly option that provides rust- and water-resistance, along with a faux wicker design that fits well in any yard.
- The Suncast Small Deck Box is compact in size, measuring 17 x 22 x 20.5 inches, and is perfect for storing small to medium-sized outdoor products such as grill supplies, patio cushions, and sports equipment.
- The East Oak Outdoor Storage Box is a weather-resistant option that comes in several sizes, including a lockable model, and features a central divider to keep items organized.
- In the quest for outdoor-living essentials, shopping for a reliable storage container can be essential for maintaining a nicely organized yard and outdoor lifestyle, especially during harsh weather conditions. BHG offers outdoor product and gardening reviews, along with affiliate deals on container boxes such as those mentioned above, to help you make the best choice for your home-and-garden needs.
