Plastic garden storage used to be considered the poor relation of metal and wooden outdoor stores, but not anymore. Nowadays, whatever your storage requirements, you’re sure to find plastic sheds and garden storage that’s amongst the very best on the market.
To prove the point, let’s examine the 10 top benefits of plastic outdoor storage, from small plastic storage boxes right through to large plastic sheds. Once you’ve read this post, you’ll have a full appreciation of why plastic so often means premium.
1. Plastic Storage is Easy to Assemble
Not all of us are blessed with great DIY skills, so the fact that plastic storage is usually very easy to assemble is a big selling point.
In fact, some plastic garden storage is so simple to put together that no specialist tools are required.
4'3 x 2'4 Saffron Durabox 416L Plastic Garden Storage Box (1.3m x 0.7m)
Made from premium plastic, this patio storage box features a generous 416-litre capacity, hydraulic-piston-assisted opening, and excellent 10-year warranty.
Finished in an attractive woodgrain-effect design, it can be assembled in minutes, without the need for tools, so you can enjoy stylish, effective patio storage with minimal effort required.
2. Plastic Sheds are Strong and Durable
Plastic garden sheds are far from being flimsy. In fact, in our experience, manufacturers test their strength more rigorously than with any other type of material.
And once you buy a plastic shed, you won’t need to worry about fading, rusting, rotting or cracking, either. You can enjoy complete peace of mind that your shed will maintain its looks and functionality for decades to come.
5' x 3' Palram Canopia Dark Grey Voyager Shed (1.39m x 0.9m)
This plastic shed might appear lightweight when delivered, but once assembled it is virtually unbreakable and as tough as garden sheds come.
Constructed from polycarbonate and supplied with a 10-year warranty, this small plastic storage shed boasts a number of premium features too, including an anti-slip floor, lockable double doors, and skylight roof panels.
3. Plastic Outdoor Storage is Stylish
The aesthetic appeal of plastic outdoor storage has vastly improved in recent years. In fact, with so many colours and styles to choose from, plastic storage’s looks have now become a huge selling point, particularly if you favour a contemporary style of garden.
What’s more, some plastic storage is designed to resemble other materials, so you can enjoy plastic’s many benefits, even if you favour more traditional methods of construction.
4' x 2' Suncast Resin Wicker Deck Box - Plastic Garden Storage (1.27m x 0.65m)
Sporting a brown, wicker-effect finish, this plastic deck box is sure to make an attractive addition to your patio.
You can access the 375-litre capacity via a piston-assisted lid, which can be fitted with a padlock to keep valuables secure. Thanks to a watertight design and 5-year warranty, this plastic outdoor storage isn’t just stylish, it’s effective and long-lasting too.
4. Plastic Garden Storage is Low Maintenance
We all lead busy lives, so the thought of owning a low-maintenance shed is a very appealing one.
Unlike many wooden models, plastic sheds do not need retreating, saving you money on expensive wood preservative and leaving you with more time to enjoy your garden.
6' x 3' Jasmine Plastic Garden Storage Shed with Foundation Kit (1.87m x 0.78m)
Thanks to its versatile design, this plastic garden storage can be used as a bin shed, bike store, or for tools and general outdoor equipment.
It is supported by an aluminium frame, galvanised steel structure and foundation kit, so is built to last for years. Yet when it comes to maintenance, just an occasional wipe down with soapy water will do nicely.
5. Plastic Storage Boxes are Secure
If you’re storing valuable tools or equipment, don’t think that your outdoor storage needs to be made from metal or wood.
Most plastic storage boxes come with exactly the same security measures as other garden stores, while their exceptionally robust construction makes other parts of their structure impenetrable.
5'1 x 2'4 Keter Rockwood Plastic Garden Storage Box - Brown (1.55m x 0.72m)
This plastic storage box’s piston-powered lid can be secured by padlock, so rest assured that any valuable tools and equipment will remain completely safe (padlock not included).
What’s more, thanks to a tough, UV-protected resin build, this plastic deck box provides excellent weatherproof protection too. Other notable features include a spacious 570-litre capacity, wood-effect design, and 2-year warranty.
6. Plastic Stores are Ethical
Some people unfairly associate plastic with being part of the ‘throwaway society’, but good plastic stores are far from being temporary storage solutions. As mentioned earlier, they’re built to last.
What’s more, a lot of plastic garden storage is built using fully recyclable materials, so buying plastic products can still be an ethical choice.
Toomax Extra Large Grey 1200L Plastic Outdoor Garden Storage Unit / Wheelie Bin Store
If you send minimal waste to landfill and maximise your recycling, you’re going to love this ethically-produced bin shed. Made from tough polypropylene, it is fully recyclable, so will never go to waste.
Weatherproof, UV protected and maintenance free too, this wheelie bin storage unit features both lockable double doors and a gas-piston-assisted lid, so you’ll have easy access to your bins, while keeping them safe from pests.
7. Plastic Patio Storage is Versatile
Multi-functional garden storage means invaluable garden storage, and one of the beauties of plastic patio stores is their versatility.
Usually designed for a range of purposes, and often with easily adjustable/ removable shelving, plastic storage is the easiest possible route to achieving a tidy patio – whatever you need to store.
4'8 x 2'8 Keter Elite Duotech Garden Storage Box (1.41m x 0.82m)
Ideal for housing wheelie bins, BBQs, tools and more, this garden store is yet another example of plastic patio storage’s versatility.
Made from high-specification Duotech™, this plastic storage box comes with a weather-resistant floor, a hydraulically-powered lid and lockable double doors. With a bin conversion kit and shelving brackets included too, plastic garden storage has never been more stylish, effective or versatile!
8. Large Plastic Storage Boxes are Easy to Manoeuvre
As our garden storage requirements alter over the years, so we need to change the location of our storage boxes.
With metal and wooden models, this can sometimes be difficult, but thanks to their light weight, rounded edges and minimal fixings, large plastic storage boxes are much easier to manoeuvre.
3'3 x 2'2 Lifetime 300 Litre Heavy Duty Storage Box (0.99m x 0.61m)
This large plastic storage box is made from high-density polyethylene, renowned for its strength and durability. In fact, it is robust enough to use as garden seating.
Not just strong and spacious, though, this plastic deck box is relatively light in weight too, so you can easily manoeuvre it around the garden to wherever it’s required.
9. Plastic Garden Sheds are Completely Weatherproof
One of a garden shed’s key requirements is to provide complete weatherproof protection. This is yet another area in which plastic sheds excel.
And we’re not just talking about keeping out a bit of rain, either. Some of our plastic garden sheds are tested to withstand extreme weather conditions.
6' x 8' Palram Canopia Tan Skylight Plastic Shed (1.85m x 2.29m)
Wind resistant to 90km/ hr (56ml/ hr) and snow-load tested to 75kg/ m² (15.4lbs/ ft²), this ultra-tough plastic shed provides fantastic weatherproof protection, even if you live in a far-flung, remote location.
And boasting a leading-edge polycarbonate build, aluminium frame, skylight roof, and lockable double doors too, it will protect your stored items from the elements, for decade to come.
10. Plastic Garden Storage is Great Value for Money
We don’t sell ‘cheap’ plastic storage, but we do sell plastic storage that’s great value for money.
In fact, inch for inch, pound for pound, some of our plastic garden storage is simply unbeatable on price.
3'10 x 1'6 Keter Samoa Plastic Garden Storage Box - Anthracite (1.17m x 0.45m)
This plastic deck box will help you tidy up your patio for less than £65*! I know, incredible value for money, isn’t it?
Offering a 270-litre capacity, tough resin build, lockable lid, handles AND castors, it is spacious, tough, secure AND easy to manoeuvre. And as it’s simple to assemble and near maintenance free too, this Keter deck box shows exactly why plastic storage has become so popular.
Plastic Storage for Sale
Here at Shedstore, we love plastic garden storage, which is why we stock such a great range of plastic storage for sale.
View our complete collection of plastic storage now, where you’re sure to find what you need to meet your own patio storage requirements.
But if you’re after something a little bit bigger, try our plastic shed category. Amongst the many great offers is up to 20% off Palram Canopia sheds. Expertly constructed from high-specification plastics, these garden sheds come in a range of designs and sizes, all of which are completely maintenance free and built to last. They’re premium in absolutely every sense of the word.
(*Prices as at 21/09/23)