Monday 17 August, 2020
Natural Ways to Remove Stains from Plastic Bins, Part 1
Because plastic bins are so versatile, chances are good that you use them all around your home. That means that there are many different ways in which plastic totes for storage can become dirty and stained through use. Your clear plastic food containers can become discolored over time, and you can end up getting all […]
Monday 10 August, 2020
Can You Use Mod Podge on Plastic Bins?
One of the best things about cheap plastic storage totes is the fact that you can upgrade them so that they look anything but cheap. There are so many different ways that you can beautify your plastic boxes. You can use spray paint, metallic paint, chalkboard paint, or even fabric to improve the appearance of […]
Monday 03 August, 2020
Make a Simple Backyard Pool with a Plastic Storage Tote
Want to add a little pool of water to your backyard as a landscaping feature, but don’t want to spend a lot of money on the materials or installation? One easy shortcut is just to use a large plastic storage tub. This project is ridiculously easy and can be customized to your heart’s content. Here […]
Monday 27 July, 2020
How to Make a Plastic Bin Into a Yarn Dispensing Box
While you can invest in plastic containers for crafts which are perfect for storing beads, scrapbooking supplies and other small odds and ends, there are some special-purpose containers which you are unlikely to find at a store. For example, maybe you enjoy projects which involve working with yarn. Wouldn’t it be awesome if you had […]
Monday 20 July, 2020
How To Use a Plastic Storage Tote to Create a Litter Box for a Cat
Calling all cat owners…do you have difficulties getting your cat to use the litter box? Do you think you would have better luck with at top-loading model, but don’t want to spend a ton of money to purchase one? Top-loading litter boxes can go for as much as a couple hundred bucks—but they don’t have […]
Monday 13 July, 2020
Make a DIY Hamster Cage Using a Plastic Storage Bin, Part 2
Trying to find a bigger home for your hamsters? If you have been searching online and at pet stores, you have probably found out that large hamster cages are very expensive. But you can build your own for cheap if you make a large plastic container for storage into a hamster bin cage. In Part […]
Monday 06 July, 2020
Make a DIY Hamster Cage Using a Plastic Storage Bin, Part 1
Happen to be a new hamster owner? Did you know that a basic plastic storage tote can serve as the perfect home for your pet? A lot of hamster newbies do not realize just how much space their little furry pals need, and start out with much smaller cages than they should be using. By […]
Monday 29 June, 2020
Use Plastic Bins to Harvest In Your Garden
Do you enjoy growing fruits and vegetables in your own garden? When it comes to figuring out how to harvest vegetables from a garden, there are a lot of considerations when it comes to timing, but you also need to think about supplies. And one thing you need to figure out is what kind of […]
Monday 22 June, 2020
5 Reasons You Need a Family Command Center
If you have been searching for household organizing ideas, you have probably come across the recommendation of creating a family command center more than a few times. Family command centers are a really big deal right now. But is it worth the effort to search for family schedule and command center ideas and stock up […]
Monday 15 June, 2020
Here is a Simple way to Decorate Plastic Bins
Looking for easy ideas to decorate plastic containers? I have shared quite a few ideas for how to decorate plastic bins on the blog—everything from chalkboard paint to decoupage. But what if you don’t want to do anything complicated? Here is a simple idea you might enjoy. Note that this idea is for decorating clear […]
Monday 08 June, 2020
Does Spray Painting Plastic Bins Really Work?
Previously, I have posted on how to spray paint plastic bins. Spray painting is currently a very popular technique for decorating plastic totes. But you may be wondering whether this is really the best way to decorate a plastic container. Does it really work, or will the paint just end up chipping or peeling off […]
Monday 01 June, 2020
Make a Slipcover for a Set of Plastic Bins
Have a set of plastic bins sitting in a prominent space in your house, but not happy with how they fit (or rather don’t fit) with your décor? If you are in search of ideas for decorating storage bins, one great idea which is easy to implement and which can vastly improve their appearance is […]
Monday 25 May, 2020
How to Make a Hanging Storage Bin Shelf
Have a shelf in your home which doesn’t have enough space on the top? One great space saving idea for home is to set up a hanging storage bin system. You may be able to do this using the plastic storage totes you already have on hand along with your existing shelf. Here is how […]
Monday 18 May, 2020
Why Use Plastic Bins in the Classroom?
The school year is finally coming to an end. If you are a teacher, that is an occasion to celebrate. But that does not mean your work is over. While summer is a great time to relax and restore your energy for next year, it is also a great time to be thinking about classroom […]
Monday 11 May, 2020
Pros and Cons of Plastic Food Bins for Pets
Pet food is something that you buy in bulk. But how do you store it? Some people just keep it inside the bag, clip it, and leave it at that. This has the advantage of being simple and easy, but it has its drawbacks too. It doesn’t keep the food very fresh, and it doesn’t […]
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