3 Ways to Use Plastic Containers in Your Home

Because of their versatility and durability (not to mention how many different sizes, shapes, and styles they come in), chances are high you’re already using plastic containers in your home. They’re great for storing, displaying, and organizing everything from food products to household cleaners and in every area from the kitchen to the garage.Yet, even if you are already using plastic containers for organization, storage, or other home purposes, the three ideas below will help you discover new ways to make these popular fixtures work for you!1. Store Treats, Toys, and Other Pet SuppliesNo matter where you normally keep your pet items – whether it’s a dedicated cabinet in your kitchen or your pooch has his own shelf in the pantry or hallway closet – it will be easy for you to find plastic containers that will not only easily fit in the space but also keep your pet’s treats, toys, and other supplies organized and easily accessible.2. Organize and Store Small Children’s ToysYou’ve probably been to a toy store, or even a gas station or convenience store, and seen plastic containers of various shapes, sizes, and styles filled with small children’s toys like miniature stuffed animals or bouncy balls. Retail stores use these containers for a reason – they’re excellent for organizing, storing, and displaying these toys!You can find plastic containers to keep in your child’s bedroom, playroom, or the family rec room to easily store toys like jacks and bouncy balls, building blocks, small stuffed animals, and more. These kinds of containers make it easy for children to access their toys when they want to play and to organize them and keep them off the floor (and other places!) when play time is over.3. Organize and Store Garden ItemsWhether you want to keep your roses separate from your marigolds or you just need a place to keep your different pairs of gardening gloves, plastic containers are great tools for organizing and storing various garden-related items. You can keep the containers in your garage, work shed, or other storage or work area and have the items organized and easily accessible once it’s time to get to work!Remember: Depending on the items you want to organize, store, and display in your home, you might want to look for plastic containers with lids. Like all the other styles available, containers with lids are all too easy to find. Containers with lids are great for keeping food items fresh, like your pet’s treats, as well as keeping other items from scattering all over should you bump into or drop a container.