Outdoor toy storage ideas for your backyard
You’ve worked all day in your yard – trimmed the roses, mowed the grass, and placed the new trellis for the bougainvillea. It’s time to get ready to entertain. Only your yard doesn’t look the way you envisioned. It looks like a daycare center. Toys are everywhere – hula hoops, bikes, balls, dirty sneakers. You need help fast to get outdoor storage space for all these toys!
Fortunately, several outdoor toy storage ideas will quickly and easily organize the clutter so your yard will look as you envisioned it – perfect.
It doesn’t matter if you have a large or a small patio. There is a solution for every type of backyard. All it takes is to add the perfect storage piece to transform your space.
Acreage
If you have a large yard with acreage, you can still find yourself overwhelmed with toys and clutter. Sometimes the larger the yard, the bigger the clutter. Chances are, if you’re on a large piece of land, your toys have gotten big. Can we say snowmobiles and skis in cold climates, a riding lawn mower, and bikes in the spring? If you live by a lake, you probably have a kayak or canoe lying around. Whatever your toy of choice, you need a place to store them. We have the perfect solution.
Many people build outside sheds, but so many times, they end up full of so much stuff they look uninviting at best. Our favorite outside shed is built to sit on a foundation (not included) and is large enough to make you feel as if you’ve added an entire room to your home.
With this 8X15 storage unit by Lifetime, you can easily slide those snowmobiles right in, and the shelves will organize everything you need for your backyard and your toys.
1. Lifetime 8X15 Store Unit
Storage Shed by Lifetime
- Polyethylene, Polycarbonate
- 15 ft. (W ) x 8 ft. (D) x 7 ft. 10.8 in. (H)
- 601 lbs
- features 6 small skylights, 2 shatterproof polycarbonate windows, 2 screened vents, 2 shutters, 2 peg strips
- Ships in more than one box, which may arrive separately
- 10-year limited manufacturer warranty
- Steel-Reinforced Doors for Added Security
- foundation not included
- assembly required
Medium-sized outdoor yard toy storage
If you don’t have acreage, your toys probably got quite a bit smaller and your homeowners may not allow large snowmobiles and canoes. But just because you can’t store the big toys, you probably have bikes along with loads of kids’ toys that don’t need to be lying around taking up space. There are several alternatives to storing toys that will not only clear your yard of everything except greenery but make your patio area more appealing as well.
Put the bikes away with this free-standing bike stand. Let’s face it, most of the time we don’t put our bikes in the garage is because there’s no space. Bikes are unstable and wobble into our cars and fall over, doing damage to both the bike and cars. Then we end up putting them in the backyard, allowing them to rust under the elements. With this freestanding bike stand, your problems are solved. Place your bikes neatly, protecting them and cleaning out the clutter from your yard.
1. StoreYourBike Freestanding Bike Rack
Freestanding Bike Rack
- Made of Pvc, Aluminum, Rubber, Steel
- Portable
- 36 x 46 x 81 inches
- 35 lbs
- Holds up to 5 bikes and 300 lbs
- freestanding
- Adjustable – fits 20″ to 76″ bikes
- Some tools required for assembly
Now that you’ve gotten rid of the bikes, you may want to invest in some furniture with extra storage. This furniture set includes a seven-piece set, and the table has extra storage.
2. Seven Piece Furniture Set with
Rattaner Patio Furniture
- 7-piece set by Rattaner
- All-Weather wicker and Anti-Rust steel frame
- table includes additional storage
- Use as indoor or outdoor.
- Ships in 4 boxes
- Hardware included for assembly
Small outdoor patio toy storage
If you live in a small area such as an apartment or condo, you have to choose your condo patio furniture wisely, as well as your accessories. Finding storage for toys is no different. That’s why we love combining furniture and storage. You can sit and relax without ever thinking about the lego set underneath your morning coffee.
The table opens up for lots of storage. You can place all the clutter in and never know it’s there.
1. Loveseat and Coffee Table
2 Piece loveseat with table and storage
- 2 piece set by OC Orange-Casual
- Storage bin built into the table.
- Coffee table slides under love seat for added space
- All-weather rattan and sturdy steel frame
- Holds up to 250 lbs per seat
- Includes hardware for assembly
- 1 x Loveseat 31.1″ D x 42.9″ W x 25.2″ H, 1 x
- Coffee Table 19.7″ D x 37.8″ W x 12.6″ H
Pool
Pools can be a focal point in the backyard – both for family fun and for aesthetics. But what happens at the end of the day when you’re done floating and splashing around? Do you really want all your pool equipment left in the pool or thrown in a dusty garage? Probably not. Thankfully there are some pretty great outdoor storage ideas for toys like floats – both big and small.
This pool float storage is perfect for small floats, noodles, and even towels. It’s lightweight, and the wheels make it easy to move. The netting allows for your floats to drain, so they don’t collect mildew and mold while they’re not in use.
1. Pool storage bin
If you need a larger space, you can always go with this XXL storage for pools.
2. XXL Pool Storage Lasko
Modern Blue XXL Stroage
- Mesh allows for floats to dry
- Wheels allow for space to be moved
- Mesh pockets for goggles swim caps, and small accessories
- 34″ (H) X 47.2 (W) X 30.2 (L)
-
XXL storage space
Conclusion
Clutter will not only find its way into your home but your backyard too. It doesn’t matter if you have a large yard or a small patio. Before you know it, you’ll have toys and floats everywhere, destroying the look and feel of your perfect yard.
With a few simple backyard storage additions, you’ll be able to get rid of the clutter, sit back, and enjoy your perfect view.