The pros and cons of canvas storage boxes
With growing needs of storage and organisation, the available storage options have seen newer materials and styles being used. Canvas storage boxes are lightweight boxes in varying styles and sizes, which may be used on a shelf or for under-bed storage. If you are considering canvas storage boxes for your home or office, you can read further to understand the pros and cons associated with their use.
Pros
Durable
Canvas storage boxes have a sturdy structure and still retain their flexibility. Some models may have a frame of high density fibreboard for additional strength and durability. Canvas shows good resistance to tearing or cutting, and can absorb the moisture from the atmosphere in order to reduce potential damage to contents.
Light-weight and portable
Despite their high bearing capacity, they are light-weight and portable. Canvas boxes placed on storage shelving or within closets, can help to containerise objects without excessive loading from self-weight. Box sizes are available, which fit standard storage shelf widths of 12 to 15 inches. Collapsible storage can be folded and stored away, when not in use.
Affordable
Canvas storage boxes are a more inexpensive option when compared to traditional materials like wood or metal.
Décor
Canvas boxes enjoy a distinct advantage over plastic boxes. Their attractive designs preclude the need to keep them within closets, and you can use them for display on open shelves. They also form a good base for paints or other decoration. Crafts enthusiasts can pursue their interests while customising the appearance of these fabric storage boxes to their personal taste.
Design features
Design features like handles for lifting and carrying, hinged lids with snap-on buttons and label holders for inventorying and collapsible box styling, enhance the performance and use of canvas storage boxes. Canvas storage bins can hold toys or laundry. Canvas storage cubes in different colours can make a style statement of your shelving units. Shoe storage boxes allow for ventilation.
Cons
Non-rigid
Since the canvas material is flexible, storing heavy items and carrying the box can cause strain on the box structure. Though canvas is a strong material, poor quality construction can cause tearing to appear at seams and other strained areas.
Maintenance
Canvas can stain and get dirty easily. Spot cleaning is generally suggested for most boxes, and this may cause an uneven appearance with faded spots.
Non-transparent
Transparent plastic boxes are preferred over canvas by users who want to be able to view the box contents without opening them. This is handy when there are many boxes placed on storage shelves, as in a wardrobe or office closet.
Canvas storage boxes are a lightweight and appealing storage solution.
