3 Ways to Decorate Plastic Storage Bins in the Home Office

Many people use plastic storage bins in their home office to keep them organized. Whether you use plastic filing drawers, plastic bins with lids, or plastic three tiered drawer systems, there are a few ways you can dress these up to look better.

If you are a crafty person trying ot get a great looking plastic storage bin for your home office or studio, then try these ideas out.

Plastic Storage Bin Decorating Idea #1: Paint

Plastic paint is an awesome solution to the dull or faded plastic storage bin. I got a little sick of seeing the same old plastic baby blue strong bins in my home, so I decided to invest in some spray on spray paint made for plastics.

Tips: You need to do this outside of course Also, do not fight the main body color of your storage bins. Try adding deigns and patterns to the bin. To do this simply use masking tape to take off th patterns you wish to create.

You can use circles of dots to create a fun polka dotted look. Once the tape is applied press it firmly on the edges ot make sure it is properly sealed.

Now, spray on a few light coats of paint. Let each one dry between coats.

Plastic Storage Bin Decorating Idea #2: Fabric Covers

If you can sew a straight line (or staple a straight line) then you can easily make cool slip on covers for your plastic storage bins. Simply make a cube of fabric (with out a bottom) and slip this on over the top of each box.

Now, here are a few tips:

First, sew if at all possible. This is the sturdiest method. Fabric glue is also a great option. You can really find awesome fabric glues today!

Finally, staples will work, but you will need ot use a light weight fabric. Staple on the inside of the fabric, like you are sewing and staple close together, and then turn inside out.

Finally, if sewing, then use a nice fabric, like a canvas fabric or upholstery fabric! This will look much richer and expensive.

Plastic Storage Bin Decorating Idea #3: Wall Paper

Take a look at the texture wall papers in your local home improvement store the next time you are there. If you are using storage bins that are flat on the sides with no texture or ribbing for handles, then you can easy apply wall paper to the outside to make them look like brick, vintage ceiling tins, or even bead board.

This will work boxes with bins that are the cube kind, not the lidded plastic bin type. Use a thick wall paper glue to adhere them. You can also use a nice super glue in the corners.