Storage for Lego

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Time to Think Outside the Box for Lego Storage Solutions?


One of the problems of having a son with a Lego obsession is finding good storage solutions. My son and I have endless... er... chats about how he should store his Legos. We tried many ways to solve the problem but somehow they still ended up on the floor! I have reached the conclusion that all I can do is provide the storage and hope that he will discover that having the Lego sorted and stored properly will be easier for him. We shall see. In the meantime I have bought several storage units and have found that the best ones are not always the dedicated Lego storage modules, as attractive as they are. Sometimes it pays to think outside the box.

Here is a selection of the best Lego storage.

Photo courtesy of 713 Avenue, under the Creative Commons Licence.



Tags: Lego storage, Legos storage, Lego boxes, Lego playmats, Lego organizer, Kids bedroom storage, Neat-Oh, Iris Project case.

Plano Molding 1819 XXL

Would this large wheeled tool chest make good Lego storage?


This is a pretty rugged storage box, normally used as a tool box, it would be fantastic for storing Lego bricks. Almost 38 inches long by 18 inches wide and 14 inches deep, it has room for lots of Legos. They are even stackable. Another bonus is that you can tip the Lego out and use the box on your camping trip!

Make sure you protect edges with a strip of foam so that small fingers can't get trapped. Also remove any keys so that the box can't get permanently locked.

Plano Sport Locker

Amazon Price: $42.99 (as of 02/16/2012)Buy Now

Lego Model Display

Another aspect of Lego storage


One thing that is overlooked by toy storage manufacturers is that often a child wants to display his or her models. After all they are justly proud of their creations.

This Eight Bin Toy Organizer is ideal for display and storage. Strong, sturdy and good looking, this item will provide a great place to store Lego as well as a display area or work surface.


8 bin toy organizer

Eight Bin Toy Organizer by Little Colorado

Amazon Price: $146.99 (as of 02/16/2012)Buy Now

M. Singh "msinghk" says:"We have used these shelves for almost 5 yrs now. They are relatively easy to assemble and are very sturdy. They have grown with my children from age 1.5 to 6 and I forsee using them for a few more years."

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Would These Lego Storage Systems Work for You?

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Lego bricks On View

Reduce the Lego rummage!


Another problem with Lego is keeping the various types of bricks together. My kid has no system at all, despite our advice to keep all the wheels in one tray, all the base plates in another. He enjoys the adventure of the Lego brick rummage - even if it sounds like thunder in the room directly below his bedroom.

This fabulous unit would be ideal, partnered with transparent boxes as shown (boxes not included), for categorizing and separating all the different types of bricks and components. The top would also make an ideal display area for their Lego creations.

A+ Childsupply 20 Tray Cabinet

Amazon Price: $280.80 (as of 02/16/2012)Buy Now

Release Date: 12/31/1969

Usually ships in 4-5 business days

Neat-Oh Lego Starwars Storage Box & Playmat

A practical gift to please child and parents!

Neat-Oh! Lego Star Wars Storage Box & Playmat

Sometimes the best solution isn't always the most obvious one.

Store Lego Under the Bed

Flat boxes make small Lego bricks easier to find


Underbed storage boxes can sometimes be the perfect solution for construction toys like Lego. They can be heavy when filled so make sure your child is able to pull/push them on his/her own. A hard floor helps in this respect. These 4 x 66 quart boxes would store all your child's Lego. Maybe.

More Plastic Storage Bins for Lego

A great selection of easy-clean boxes

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Lego to Go

Lego project chest and carry-case system


Your child can organise their Lego in this store and carry workstation. This ingenious unit by Iris contains 6 removable and portable carry cases. Each one can hold a single Lego project so that required pieces remain separate until required. The cases are also big enough to store the necessary instruction manuals.

The unit also has a work area, which holds a 10" x 10" base plate (two of which come with the unit). Alternatively, this area can be used for displaying completed models.

Excellent for extra storage, especially if your child is organized enough to keep his or her projects separate. I think you'd still need some other bins for ALL the Legos!

Includes 6 portable snap-tight storage cases (2 yellow, 2 red, 1 blue, 1 green)Dimensions: (chest) 14.6"W x 12.2"L x 24.6"H; (cases/each) 13"W x 12.25"L x 3.125"H.

IRIS LEGO 6-Case Workstation and Storage Unit with 2 Base Plates

Amazon Price: $49.99 (as of 02/16/2012)Buy Now

Release Date: 12/31/1969

Usually ships in 1-2 business days

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Commercial Lego Storage Solution

If you are really serious about Lego, then consider some serious storage. This 5-star rated system from Seville is sizeable, has removable bins and is on wheels for easy manoeuvrability. It would look great in a hi-tech themed bedroom or workroom.

Dividers are available to split the bins offering more opportunities to have those Legos sorted.

Seville Classics SHE16510 Commercial 7-Shelf Bin Rack System

Amazon Price: $215.69 (as of 02/16/2012)Buy Now

Amazon reviewer, 72smoke says "Just bought 2 of these bin racks & set them up. Impressed with the quality, especially for the price. I'm buying more for my office & home."

Lego Can Be a Moveable Feast!

Lego on Wheels

I love these pull-along/push along storage solutions. They are a great idea if you have one-floor accommodation.
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Other Lego Pages

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Lego Carpet

Lego storage


This is very similar to my son's bedroom floor!

Photo courtesy of Phillie Casablanca under the Creative Commons licence.

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LEGO Pro-Builder Designers' Toolbox 852529 

LEGO Pro-Builder Designers' Toolbox 852529

Amazon Price: (as of 02/16/2012)Buy Now

Got a big building project lined up? Store your tools in this high-quality, stackable and portable pro-builder toolbox shaped like a big red LEGO brick! Features 2 compartmentalized levels and 6 small storage compartments hidden inside the studs on top.

LEGO® CITY ZipBin® Toy Box & Playmat 

Neat-Oh! LEGO CITY ZipBin Toy Box & Playmat

Amazon Price: $13.94 (as of 02/16/2012)Buy Now

Keep your childs room totally neat with ZipBin Lego City Toy Box Playmat. When unzipped, it becomes a city-themed Playscape perfect for testing out new Lego creations! When play is done, capture all the toys inside. Sturdy, strong, stackable, portable.

Room by Room Storage Solutions 

Room by Room Storage Solutions

Amazon Price: $0.46 (as of 02/16/2012)Buy Now

Room by Room provides simple, quick storage solutions using readily available and inexpensive storage products to organize every room in the house. Also included are tips on assessing storage needs, organizing for easy storage and efficient use as well as tips on staying organized. From clothes to toys to sports equipment to tools to the pantry storage needed for today's busy families, this helpful guide makes organized storage easy by giving time-saving ideas for using readily available (and inexpensive) storage products.