Garden storage boxes for a tidy outdoor space

Coming From Argos with great reviews, this wood-effect Keter box is perfect for year-round storage. With a respectable 270L capacity, you can store your outdoor cushions, equipment and more. Plus, it can even double up as seating for two adults – so it comes in handy when you’ve got guests. Low maintenance is lockable – with your own padlock, not forgetting weather resistance.

Customer Review: “Sturdy, easy to assemble and waterproof, this is great for your garden items throughout the winter months. This container looks attractive in the garden and is ideal for putting plant pots on top if required.”

This storage box is perfect for getting those garden essentials out of the rain, from tools to toys. This Strata Garden Storage Box has been designed to keep rainwater out with a unique butterfly lid. Impressive, this box comes with a three-minute-assembly guarantee with no tools. So, it’s good for instant use. Boasting over 500 five-star reviews, this well-priced garden storage is worth thinking about.

Customer Review: “I purchased this to put the cushions in from the garden furniture. I was pleased with the size of it and was able to get everything in. It is very sturdy and so far, has been waterproof. It was so easy to assemble, took less than 5 minutes.”

This Keter bench storage box comes with a wood-panelled design, making it look sophisticated and a lovely addition to your garden. Though no padlock is included, there is an option to lock this multi-purpose storage up to keep your belongings safe. This is an ideal outdoor storage solution for your tools and equipment, furniture and garden accessories. Plus, it seats two adults.

Customer Review: “I've got two of these now and they are excellent. The older of the two has now sat outside in the sunshine for three years and is showing no signs of UV degradation (bleaching or embrittlement of the plastic). Be warned that they can be a bit fiddly to assemble - sometimes needing a bit of brute force to click sections together - but once assembled they are rock solid. Provide a decent amount of storage space too. Seating for three adults who don't mind cosying up, and pretty comfy even without a cushion.”

Another addition to our list, this Rockwood model is the best garden storage box on Amazon. Coming in a dark, brown wood grain effect finish, this garden storage box is strong enough to be used as seating. Plus, it has a huge 570L capacity and is weather-proof. Made from 100 per cent recyclable materials, this box can be locked up to keep your equipment, toys and furniture safe. Top pick.

Customer Review: “This box was expensive, but we needed a very large capacity box for our numerous garden cushions. This has taken two large sun lounger cushions, four chair cushions, two bench cushions and three pillows. The box is strong and easy to put together. It can be used as a seat, although it’s quite high for that. It looks good with a cover and a couple of cushions on top. Despite being huge, it isn’t obtrusive. We are very pleased as it has freed up lots of space in the shed.”

Ideal outdoor storage solution for garden tools and equipment, BBQ and accessories. You can even store two wheelie bins in this box. Elegant wood-effect panels that open from the top or the front – with a lockable feature for security. Heavy duty, this storage has the biggest capacity on our list and can hold up to 880L. Ventilated, this Keter Store-It-Out Nova comes with built-in shelf support, too.

Customer Review: “Bought to store garden furniture cushions, toolbox and folding bike. Assembly was easy. My husband and I assembled it within 90 minutes. Would have been much quicker had we used a cordless screwdriver. It has managed to successfully keep everything dry for the last few months during our very rainy weather so overall very pleased with the product. On the negative side, I do think it’s very overpriced for what it is. After all, it’s only plastic but only time will tell if it’s durable.”

Keter has the solution to storing your bikes and beyond. This is an ideal outdoor storage solution for garden tools and equipment, BBQ and accessories, bicycles and wheelie bins. With an elegant wood effect and piston-assisted lid, this box comes complete with wide-opening doors and a 2000L capacity. Opening from the top or front, it has a main door bolt for secure closure and features steel reinforcement. Easy to assemble, weatherproof and sturdy, this is a good option for a larger household.

Customer Review: “We purchased this to move the bike out of the garage because we needed the space. This thing is massive! We have 3 adult bikes; a kid's bike and 2 scooters in there. It was really easy to put together- I honestly cannot work out how people have struggled with this. Comes with a manual, so you can do it stage by stage. My husband and I put it together in 40 mins. The quality is brilliant. Really sturdy and once you add your own padlock. Super secure.

"It was bigger than I thought. I guess that is a bonus. The hydraulic lifting lid is cool. And if you put wheelie bins in, you can attach a chain (supplied) to lift the lids as your open the storage shed. I was a bit put off by a few reviews I had read but I didn’t have much time ahead of our new door being fitted so decided to take a gamble. It completely paid off.”

With a thick, ribbed, double-wall panel construction the Premier range has the extra strength for long-lasting durability year after year. This high storage cupboard with its impressive 1400L capacity and height, can store your tools and garden supplies with ease. Grab some shelves and a padlock and you’ll be ready to go, keeping your gardening essentials safe from the elements this winter.

Customer Review: “Very useful shed. Good quality materials. Easy to build although it was a struggle to fit some of the side and rear panels into the base. Overall, I’m still happy to recommend it.”

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