FOR an affordable answer to storage or packing needs, the good old plastic box is hard to beat.  They score greatly over cardboard ones, which get soon tatty, dirty, worn, bend, crumple and break.

Plastic storage boxes, come in various sizes, and some have lids or hinged flap tops.  Whatever type is chosen, it will be perfect to hold spare thing until needed, or pack them away ready to be moved.  They are ideal for books, newspapers, magazines, DVDs, CDs, etc.

All you have to do then, is close up the lid (and tape it up if needed) and clearly label it with a permanent marker for easy identification.

Plastic storage boxes are perfect for those with a large collection of DVDs or CDs, who have limited shelf space.  Keeping some DVDs and CDs in plastic boxes also offers a way to circulate or rearrange the those on display on the main shelves.  If you want to change them around, just open up a box and swap them around.

Plastic boxes are strong, can be easily stacked and stored away.  They keep items free from dust or moisture or other accidents in waiting.  They can put tidily in closets, cupboards, under the stairs, behind settees or in sheds and garages.

They are long lasting, won’t cave in under weight of boxes, and can be reached or rearranged without trouble.
When not in use, plastic boxes can fit inside each other for even easier storage.

On the downside, some lids are prone to crack, be careful not to stack too many boxes on top of each other.  Keep them balanced with no more than four average sized boxes in height.

Other than that, go on, box clever with plastic – it’s fantastic!