Where to buy plastic storage boxes in bulk

[2cool2hear]

Will you please share suggestions or point out to a couple links that sells plastic storage boxes for fair prices?

I'm looking to buy a several storage boxes to organize the clutters in the garage, about 10 boxes. No way I'm paying more than 15 a piece. I've seen some crappy boxes go for more than 50 a piece--Anyone could have used that money to build themselves nice shelves or cabinets.

Similar to this,
http://garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=32131&highlight=storage+boxes


Many thanks in advance.

 

[fitz11]

I can check some catalogs when I get home but for under $15 each your best bet will probably be rubbermaid type totes. Have you checked craigslist in your area for used ones?

 

[Lkdelta]

does this help?

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=162734

 

[Strouty]

I found a local guy that sells used barrels, he also sells all kinds of totes and bins. I got some like those, except they were shorter, but that helps keep them from getting overloaded. His price was $6 each, they did have one hole drilled in them for some reason. They were used in a medical supply house. Very heavy-duty and new ones were like $30 or more. Check your local craigslist for used barrels, then ask them if they sell totes or anything like that.

 

[retrobuilder]

U.S. Plastics mcmaster carr

 

[88thunder]

Not sure what size you want but here's some. Even a choice on colors.

http://www.uline.com/BL_312/Round-Trip-Totes?keywords=Totes%20/%20Plastic%20Storage%20Boxes

 

[NUTTSGT]

I got soem from a former employer. They wer sent parts in them second hand and had no way to return them. I got a pass for them and took them home.


Some places that have stock sent inthem are charged a deposit on them. Check and see if you can pay the deposit fee and take them home.

 

[chevy.stroker]

On Google they are called:

attached top tote bins


I doubt that gets you any nearer the price point you are looking for, but may help in your search.

 

[GeorgiaHybrid]

Try Global Industrial.

 

[911mike]

Home depot had them for $8.00 each. I just bought 6

 

[theoldwizard1]

Not quite as heavy duty but Walmart and Target frequently have Sterlite storage containers on sale especially around holidays. Less than $10 each.

 

[tdkkart]

Not quite as heavy duty but Walmart and Target frequently have Sterlite storage containers on sale especially around holidays. Less than $10 each.

$5ea, 18 gallon size.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sterilite-18-Gallon-Tote-Box-Set-of-8/10401037

 

[Dick in Wisconsin]

I've found out there is a BIG difference between the consumer versions of these and the more industrial/commercial versions. I see lots of short track race teams use the better ones to store, haul parts and pieces and equipment and they appear to be indestructible.

I buy the consumer ones, try to take good care of them and not abuse and they eventually break.

 

[Adrien]

I use the ones from Costco--granted they aren't as heavy duty as the ones you posted but they serve me well.

Adrien

 

[bobemmerich]

I use the Sterilite or Rubbermaid versions for my camping gear. I had stuff stored outside all year in a Rubbermaid one, and after all the rain and snow, the stuff was dry as a bone. There were a couple spiders inside them, but nothing else. I've since made room in my basement for the stuff, but the containers are still ok (although a little faded from the UV light).
And to boot, the ones I got (from WalMart) are all US made.

 

[JimVonBaden]

Walmart, $5 each. Quite strudy, good handles, and the lid snaps securely.

The ones referenced are strong, but leak and let bugs in.

Jim

 

[Kevin54]

You could check with this company. A lot of times they sell of containers that are not quite right for pennies on the dollar. Most have built on lids that flip over and interlock. I know that you've more than likely saw them in different stores. http://www.orbiscorporation.com/Industries/Food---Beverage/Hand-Held-Containers The factory is here in my town.

 

[2cool2hear]

Thank you guys, you all have been HELPFUL.

 

[Steevo]

I have twenty five or thirty of them, all acquired through auctions or Craigslist ads.
Stores use them for merchandise (Walgreens, CVS, Target, etc.)
They are often called "flip-top totes" when advertised.
The commercial ones are so much sturdier and better built than the consumer grade ones that they are worth paying more for, but I have never paid more the $5 apiece and have some fairly large/deep ones.
You can see a bunch of them in this picture, stacked on the shelf on the left, and the deep green ones on the floor and the far shelf.