Ditch The Deck Box: Amazon Has An Outdoor Storage Find That Doubles As A Side Table

Deck boxes help to store a variety of outdoor supplies that you might not want left out in the open. That being said, their appearance can drag down the vibe of your outdoor living space if you choose poorly. For a more attractive option, store outdoor essentials with a versatile Amazon find that looks good: the LuxenHome 18-Inch Cement Outdoor Side Table.

Retailing for $110, this round side table is much better looking than your typical resin deck box. The table measures about 17½ inches tall, with a diameter of nearly 12½ inches wide. The overall weight of the piece is about 30 pounds, and it can contain up to 110 pounds' worth of items inside. The removable lid features a faux wood appearance and the sides of the table are adorned with a ribbed finish that looks both luxurious and modern. This table can hold a variety of patio items, such as citronella candles, lighters, tablecloths, or a small throw for chilly nights. Since it's on the smaller side of things, however, you might need to purchase more than one or supplement with an additional storage solution (IKEA has some excellent patio storage options).

At the time of writing, customers have given this side table a 4.4-star average. Buyers praise the appearance of the table, as well as its sturdiness. One 5-star review on Amazon states: "Sturdy, attractive piece for my outdoor deck. I put my dog toys, rags, leashes and poop bags in it. Room on top for two drinks and cell phones."

If your patio is already fully outfitted with sufficiently attractive storage furniture, you may still wish to consider this side table for interior spaces. Thanks to its stylish appeal, it could serve as a side table in your living room, where it could hold extra blankets inside or support a small lamp on top of it. It's worth mentioning that while the lid isn't wood, it is made from magnesium oxide, which is still prone to suffering from water stains. In order to avoid tainting its appearance, be sure to pair your beverages with coasters. Additionally, since the bottom portion of the table is made from cement, you'll want to add some felt furniture pads to the underside in order to protect your floors from getting scratched.

Beyond the living spaces in your home, you could employ the LuxenHome side table in a bathroom for a pleasant focal element. The inside can be filled with a fresh bath towel or serve as a creative place to store toilet paper in a tiny bathroom. The ample-sized lid of the table makes for a convenient and dry docking station for your phone while using the shower or bathtub, too. Because the lid of the table is fairly heavy, it may be best to store items inside that you don't necessarily need on an everyday basis.