Store Outdoor Essentials In Style With A Versatile Amazon Find That Looks Good

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You've worked hard to create an outdoor living space that encourages a laid-back vibe; from patio furniture that is comfortable to pieces that embrace an effortless style. The last thing you need is cluttered essentials littering your deck and disrupting your thoughtfully designed space. If you lack the right storage solutions, however, this will be your reality. Fortunately, there's a versatile Amazon find — the Keter City Outdoor Storage Box – that looks good and can help you revamp your patio space.

Retailing for $36.35, the Keter City Outdoor Storage Box has a 30-gallon capacity. It is made from outdoor-suitable resin, resulting in a weather-resistant product. With two handles, you can also transport the lightweight bin around your patio or tuck it into a corner. It measures 22.75 inches long by 17.3 inches wide by 21.7 inches high, providing plenty of room inside for a variety of outdoor essentials. Extra patio furniture cushions can be stacked inside, or you can fill it with soccer balls and cones. Gardeners who don't want their gloves and metal cans exposed to the elements can neatly store these items away. You could even store a bin of grilling essentials or a bag of charcoal inside, keeping them within reach but well protected.

At the time of writing, customers had given the box a 4.5-star rating from more than 11,000 reviews. Customers routinely praise the box for its appearance and quality, although there is some negative feedback on the durability, cautioning against storing heavier items inside. It can still be a worthwhile addition to patios and outdoor living spaces, battling against light or bulky clutter.

Beyond using this resin storage box for storage, the smooth top and generous dimensions make it a useful stand-in for a side table. This can be advantageous when you want to bring order to your patio but may not have the budget for more furniture. Situating one of these boxes next to your patio sofa or to the side of a rocking chair gives a flat surface for placing beverages, a small plate, your phone, or a speaker. If you need more storage and could benefit from multiple side tables, consider adding two of these boxes so that they flank your outdoor living area.

To play up the side table concept, it can be worthwhile to decorate the storage box so that it blends into the setting more. When you're not busy putting inventory away or retrieving it, cover the box with an outdoor-friendly tablecloth, like this Softalker Outdoor Checkered Tablecloth ($25.99 on Amazon), which comes in a variety of gingham colors. If the dimensions of your chosen tablecloth are too big, fold the tablecloth down first to prevent it from dragging on the floor. Add some functional, decorative items to your storage-box-turned-side-table with a set of drink coasters, as well as solar lanterns for a refined look. Individuals with tighter finances or those who love DIYs can try this cute outdoor lantern project on a Dollar Tree budget. 

If you need additional help corralling your outdoor storage, here are some more beautiful ideas you'll wish you thought of sooner.